The world’s oldest man died on Sunday, less than weeks after Guinness World Records supplied him the recognition. Chitetsu Watanabe, 112, exceeded away at a nursing domestic in his nearby of Joetsu, Niigata Prefecture in northern Japan. Guinness World Records showed Chitetsu Watanabe because the … [Read more...] about Japanese World’s Oldest Man who Promised to Keep Smiling Dies at 112
Is Japan Really a Safe Country? Let’s Take a Look at How Their Crime Rate Compares to the Rest of the World!
Japan Is a country where you will see things that are generally said to be somewhat inadvisable in other places, such as people sleeping in trains with their belongings in the open. While Japan is seen as "a safe and secure country," it still has had incidents that make people question its safety. … [Read more...] about Is Japan Really a Safe Country? Let’s Take a Look at How Their Crime Rate Compares to the Rest of the World!
Amazing:This Bar in Tokyo Has an Actual Pool of Cherry Blossoms
A cherry blossom-themed bar will open in Tokyo, Japan on the same day the flowers are forecasted to bloom in the city this year. It will feature a selection of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, which guests can enjoy while taking a dip in a sakura-filled pool. The bar, aptly called … [Read more...] about Amazing:This Bar in Tokyo Has an Actual Pool of Cherry Blossoms
The Four Lows: Many Japanese women’s new image of the ideal man
When the subject of how men can attract women in Japan comes up, there are some pretty dubious sources of advice out there. Rather than apply twisted logic to gain twisted insights on how to pull women closer to them, guys have a better chance of success by putting their efforts into becoming the … [Read more...] about The Four Lows: Many Japanese women’s new image of the ideal man
Revolutionary Alliance of Unpopular Men organising Anti-Valentine’s Day protest march in Tokyo by (Video)
February 14 falls on a Thursday this year, and so Japan’s Kakumeiteki Himote Domei organization decided it would be best to plan their annual Valentine’s Day event for the Saturday before. However, last Saturday saw a sudden cold snap bring freezing cold to the Tokyo area, with snow flurries part of … [Read more...] about Revolutionary Alliance of Unpopular Men organising Anti-Valentine’s Day protest march in Tokyo by (Video)
Japanese idol singer reveals three simple phrases men need to use to be popular with women
Former AKB48 member also advises against telling a woman “You’ve sure gotten fat recently.”Earlier this year, Japanese vocalist Minami Takahashi retired (or “graduated,” to use the industry parlance) from idol megagroup AKB48. The 25-year-old Takahashi still remains a well-known and widely … [Read more...] about Japanese idol singer reveals three simple phrases men need to use to be popular with women
Are anime and idol songs the musical choice of poor people? Income survey has some otaku worri
Anime has plenty of rousing anthems, but some are calling this data downright depressing. Many anime fans will tell you that their hobby keeps them poor, what with the never-ending stream of Blu-rays, figures, and soundtracks to buy. But a recent survey by Japanese employment site Career Index … [Read more...] about Are anime and idol songs the musical choice of poor people? Income survey has some otaku worri
Three tricky ways the Japanese entertainment industry keeps idol singers from dating
It’s widely known in Japan that idol singers are often contractually prohibited from engaging in romantic relationships. The reasoning goes that if word gets out that an idol singer has a boyfriend, her fans will feel betrayed that she isn’t solely devoted to her role as a musician and … [Read more...] about Three tricky ways the Japanese entertainment industry keeps idol singers from dating
Swimsuit idols that you can date and marry
Pop idols exist in this strange space between reality and fantasy. While they are living, breathing individuals, they are set on a pedestal and rarely get to interact with people one on one. While groups like AKB48 may be tied to a certain location to serve as a symbol of pride for one area’s … [Read more...] about Swimsuit idols that you can date and marry
Amazing: Chocolate hot spring bath opens in Japan, allows swimsuits, mixed-gender bathing
With February here, it’s easy to get lulled into a false sense of security regarding the weather in Japan. After all, in just a month the cherry blossoms are scheduled to start blooming in Tokyo, and aren’t those outdoor sakura hanami parties the archetypal moment of spring? Old Man Winter (or … [Read more...] about Amazing: Chocolate hot spring bath opens in Japan, allows swimsuits, mixed-gender bathing
Cosplayers, idols, waitresses and bikini models dress up to celebrate Maid’s Day in Japan
TOKYO| Japan has a day for everything, thanks to a combination of months and days which, when pronounced together with a variety of Japanese, Chinese and English readings, create words which sound similar to a number of well-known products, events or activities. That’s the story behind Honey … [Read more...] about Cosplayers, idols, waitresses and bikini models dress up to celebrate Maid’s Day in Japan
Martial Arts Star Donates Entire $714 Million Fortune To Charity
Living a Simple and Happy Life, Chow Yun Fat Plans to Give $5.6 Billion HKD Net Worth to Charity On his reason for giving away his fortune, Chow says, “The money’s not mine. I’m only keeping it safe for the time being.” Expressing that money is not the source of happiness, he added, “My dream is … [Read more...] about Martial Arts Star Donates Entire $714 Million Fortune To Charity