Marine conservation group, Action for Dolphins (AFD), has lodged a complaint with police in Japan, demanding the removal of 'toxic' dolphin meat from sale. A recent test carried out by a Japanese laboratory found that a sample of Risso's dolphin offal exceeded the government's recommended safe level of mercury by up to 97.5 times, while another package of the same product … [Read more...] about Japan’s Dolphin Meat Contains Mercury Levels up to 100 Times the Safe Limit, Tests Show
A Japanese waitress was fired for adding her own blood to cocktails she served
A waitress at the Mondaiji Con Cafe Daku in Sapporo, Hokkaido was fired after it was discovered that she had added her own blood to cocktails she served to unsuspecting customers. The cafe, whose name translates to 'Problem Child Concept Café', issued an apology for the incident. Earlier this month, the cafe took to Twitter to address customers' concerns and announced that the … [Read more...] about A Japanese waitress was fired for adding her own blood to cocktails she served
7 Famous Japanese Dog Breeds
Japan has great reverence for animals, and dogs are certainly no exception. For the Japanese, dogs are thought of as national treasures. Though the native breeds of Japan can be traced back thousands of years, 7 Famous Japanese Dog Breeds considered rare even in Japan, making them even more special. Anyone who owns one of these rare dog breeds is exceptionally lucky, not only … [Read more...] about 7 Famous Japanese Dog Breeds
No-one Recognizes Travis Scott During His Cringe Face Reveal In Japan
Travis Scott is viral again, and not for the right reasons, following a video of him not being recognized in Japan that was posted online. The video posted on Twitter shows Scott presumably 'expecting' to be surrounded by fans for pictures.The video has more than 13.3 million views as of writing, and most of the audience has a common opinion that Scott hugely embarrassed … [Read more...] about No-one Recognizes Travis Scott During His Cringe Face Reveal In Japan
Half of unmarried under-30s in Japan don’t want kids, says report.
A recent survey conducted by Rohto Pharmaceutical Co. revealed that around half of unmarried individuals aged 18 to 29 in Japan do not want to have children. The study, which involved 400 participants, showed that 49.4 percent of respondents cited economic concerns and the burden of parenting as the reasons for their decision. According to the survey, 53 percent of men and … [Read more...] about Half of unmarried under-30s in Japan don’t want kids, says report.
Japan Is Running Out Of Land To Bury Chickens Because Of Bird Flu
Japan has lost thousands of chickens due to the bird flu and is now out of the land available to bury them.On Tuesday, Japanese state-owned television station NHK announced on the news that 16 of 26 prefectures within the country didn't have sufficient land to dispose of the birds killed properly. The entire 26 prefectures had experienced recent outbreaks of avian … [Read more...] about Japan Is Running Out Of Land To Bury Chickens Because Of Bird Flu
Black Student Separated During Graduation Because of His Cornrows
The 18-year-old wanted to commemorate his graduation from high school by wearing cornrows. However, he was told to stay quiet and separate from fellow students. According to local news reports, a Black Japanese teenager from Japan was separated from his peers during his graduation ceremony because his hair was in cornrows.According to the Mainichi Shimbun, the unnamed … [Read more...] about Black Student Separated During Graduation Because of His Cornrows
More than 40 Dolphins Found Beached in Japan
Sources disclose that eight dolphins have been found beached around the Tokyo beaches during sunrise on Tuesday. These dolphins have a couple of nicknames, such as melon-headed whales, little killer whales, and Electra-dolphin. According to the locals, they were found in a state where they struggled to breathe. "I felt sorry for all those weak dolphins that had washed … [Read more...] about More than 40 Dolphins Found Beached in Japan
How to Get a Permanent Resident Visa in Japan.
Maybe you, a foreign national, like Japan so much that you want to keep on living in Japan permanently. To do this, you will need a Permanent Resident visa. This visa allows unlimited duration for your stay, meaning you don't have to keep on renewing your visa (however, you have to renew your resident card every 7 years). Also, you may work in any job. If you have lived … [Read more...] about How to Get a Permanent Resident Visa in Japan.
10 Vending Machines You Can Only Find In Japan
Japan is a vending machines paradise! In Japan, vending machines can be found in towns, cities, and even the country. They offer more than drinks to be purchased... Here are ten insane vending machines that you can only come across in Japan! Umbrella Vending Machines The concept of umbrella vending machines can be as useful than you think! If people find themselves in a … [Read more...] about 10 Vending Machines You Can Only Find In Japan
Cute Japanese Couple Has Been Dressing In Matching Outfits For 38 Years
While some people struggle to find a pair of socks that match, this coordinated couple from Japan effortlessly match their clothes, and as you can see from these pictures, the resulting outfits are eye-catchingly awesome. They go by the name bonpon511 on Instagram (a combination of their names, plus the date of their wedding anniversary), where they have over 65k followers, and … [Read more...] about Cute Japanese Couple Has Been Dressing In Matching Outfits For 38 Years
Japanese Grandma Sews Granddaughter’s Ripped Jeans And The Reactions Are Adorable
The history of jeans is something people are regretting very hard. There were times when jeans used to be whole, i.e with no holes on them! Nowadays, too many people own a pair of ripped jeans. The truth is, they are downright fashionable and cool, but not everyone understands that. One Japanese granny had her heart broken when she saw the ripped pair of jeans from her … [Read more...] about Japanese Grandma Sews Granddaughter’s Ripped Jeans And The Reactions Are Adorable