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‘The Roof’ Bar In Shibuya SkyTree Is Now Open For A Limited Time

Shibuya Sky observation deck has quickly become one of Tokyo’s most popular tourist attractions since it was inaugurated at the top of Shibuya Scramble Square. The observation deck is open to the public and offers 360-degree views of Tokyo from a staggering 230 meters above the ground. You have a view of all of Tokyo’s […]

Japanese Civil Servant Begins Prostitution To Fund Her Host Club Expenses

If you were to fully indulge in Host Club culture in Japan, you’d spend thousands of dollars without even realizing it. So it shouldn’t be that surprising to hear that a Japanese civil servant used some unconventional methods (including prostitution) to fund her host club fees. Although it may sound weird, having multiple jobs is […]

This Japanese Photographer Specializes In Shooting Ninja Cats, And The Result Is Too Purrfect

Turns out, cats know more martial arts than ninjutsu. Japanese photographer Hisakata Hiroyuki has decided to dedicate a fair portion of his time to shooting cats during their totally serious combat practices, and the result is purrrfect. Threatening stares, explosive kicks, powerful punches, Hiroyuki has captured it all. He has successfully proven that felines have […]

Former Princess Mako’s Husband Fails New York Bar Exam Again

According to a source, Kei Komuro has failed the New York state bar examination again. He failed the state bar exam in July last year and retook the exam in February. Komuro will likely retake the exam again in July. In October, he married the niece of Emperor Naruhito amid criticism from the public over […]

A 76-year-old Japanese Man Was Driving Without License For 50 Years

Authorities in Yokohama have arrested a 76-year-old man on suspicion of dangerous driving, resulting in several injuries. He has also been driving without a permit for more than 50 years. Police reports mention that Katsushi Abe collided with a female cyclist at a junction on Tuesday around afternoon. The cyclist sustained minor injuries as a […]

Japanese Anti-Procrastination Café Doesn’t Let You Leave Unless You Finish Your Work

Japan is, without doubt, a leading country in the field of innovative ideas and projects. Last week, several schools had an opening ceremony that was totally in the virtual world for more than 3800 new students. Recently, an establishment in Tokyo, Japan, popped up for writers to motivate them to finish their work on time. […]

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 people, […]

Japanese Prank Where Kids Stick Their Fingers Into People’s Butts is Real

In Japan, children can stick their fingers into people’s butts and get away with it — at least in theory. The act, which involves putting together one’s index fingers to form a “gun,” is a socially acceptable prank known as kanchō. The term is a slang adaptation of the Japanese word for “enema.” When used […]

Yakuza Turned Politician Fights For Rights Of Zainichi Koreans

Magomi Hashimoto wore an eerie smile when he gazed straight at the camera. In the background are the words “Break down the 38th parallel.” This statement does not only refer to the latitude that divides North and South Korea, two nations that technically remain at war, but also the treatment of people of Korean ethnicities […]

People In Japan Are Cooking Food On Their Cars!

While many of us are sitting there and complaining about the summer heat, people in Japan, as always, have decided to take matters into their own hands! In case you don’t know, summers in Japan are crazy HOT! Though the temperatures vary around the country and are usually over 30 °C (86 °F), sometimes they […]