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Fake Gundam at Jed’s Island

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We’ve already told you about the various fake Gundam statues that seem to pop up at B-rated amusement parks across the world....
Naughty Iphone case…

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So harmless, but so wrong in so many different ways…wwwwww ...
Space Age tatami

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Tradition meets technology… What happens when you combine traditional Japanese bamboo tatami floor mats with LED lights??...
Shibuya Station Internal Structure

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One of the funnest parts of visiting Japan is exploring the “other” underground world. Japan has some of the most intricate,...
Vintage Futuristic Japan

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Many consider Tokyo to be the closest thing to a “near futuristic” city. However, the reality is that this was all made...
Various Mecha Artwork

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What women think about?

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In Japan, they have developed a new printer that can read the minds of women and print it out on paper. However, due to the scary...
It’s been cold lately…

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We hear that the wearable sleeping bag is making a come back… ...
F1 Granny Ba-chan

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“Ita” art for cars, bikes, and…jets!?

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First, there were cars with manga stickers. They were called Ita-sha. “Ita”being short for “itai” …or “painful”....
Girls getting into GUNPURA (Gundam plastic model building)

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It’s now official. The ever strengthening females in Japan have finally begun making their own Gundam plastic models. Gunpura,...
The 86 is here

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Toyota officially unveiled their new sports car, the 86 on Nov 27 at Fuji International Spdwy. It will be on display to the...
The New ASIMO robot from HONDA

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The future is coming…and alot faster than you think. Introducing the latest full model change version ASIMO robot from HONDA....
Harrison Ford plays PS3 Uncharted 3 Drake’s Deception

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It’s been a known fact that many Hollywood stars do silly things in Japanese TV commercials. Many are comical and many...
TOTO’s bike…

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This motorcycle was designed and custom made by TOTO, Japan’s largest toilet manufacturer and maker of the incredible WASHLET...
Stand up Japan

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Here’s a cool commercial for Cup o’ Noodle. It’s a message reminding everyone that Japan is still strong despite all the...
The death of analog TV

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Analog TV recently finished in Japan on July 24, 2011. Everywhere except the quake stricken Miyagi, Iwate and Fukushima are...
Quick peek: Inside Microsoft Japan

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Ever wonder what it’s like to work at Microsoft Japan? While the outside of the building looks like a normal office building…...
Gundam back again…in pieces

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The huge Gundam statue is back again in Odaiba. But this time, it’s in pieces so people can get up closer. Kids can even sit in...
Tokyo Sky Tree Opening May 22, 2012

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The new Tokyo Sky Tree will open on May 22, 2012 but the expensive admission fees have everyone talking. Admission to the first...

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Global Opinion of Japan

Here’s an interesting chart of how the world views Japan. How do you fit in? ...

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Size of Japan compared to the US
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Landcruiser copy

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Wash your hands…

The popular female idol group AKB 48 has been dominating Japanese pop culture for the last few years. One of their secrets to success lies in their business model. While other bands/artists experience declining CD sales, copied songs and a grim outlook, AKB 48 has been selling record numbers of CD’s. The secret? Buying a [&hellip...

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Costumer Marathon Runners- Tokyo Marathon Style

Every city has its marathon…and its crazy marathon runners. Tokyo is no exception. Let’s take a closer look at some of the Japanese costume runners! ...

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You’re out!
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Look in the cup…

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Fake Gundam at Jed’s Island

We’ve already told you about the various fake Gundam statues that seem to pop up at B-rated amusement parks across the world. Here’s another prime example from Jed’s Island in the Philippines. You can tell the craftsmanship really excites this girl. Of course, this exact replica made news back in Tokyo. I’m sure that the [&hellip...

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Super Latte Art
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Naughty Iphone case…

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When it rains, it pours…

Just a quick picture of what rain looks like…from the top of the Tokyo Sky Tree...

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Japan in the skies

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What does 8888888888888 mean? You may have seen this on some video sites such as Nico Douga as it streams across the screen. But what does it mean? It is actually the sign for applause. The longer the 8’s, the longer the applause. How did the number 8 come to symbolize applause? It all has [&hellip...

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NMB 48 idol Ijiri Anna’s face with no makeup

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Politically incorrect Indian curry

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Japanese Year Converter

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Quick visit: SUIVAX, Ueno’s 800HP D1 BMW E92, and Daisuke’s...

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Minor Change?

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Fukushima workers forced to hide radiation with Lead Cases

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Real time Earthquake TV news from Japan now

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Fear, Anxiety…An amateur nuclear crisis recap

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Anti-nuke protest in Tokyo goes public with 60,000 people

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Smoking outdoors

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First DOF test

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Don’t use your smartphone too much…

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Tension

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Small change for the better

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Fukushima workers forced to hide radiation with Lead Cases

This isn’t the freshest news, but it’s still very troubling. Asahi Shimbun newspaper has undercovered that the subcontracted workers were forced to wear these lead cases ON TOP of their radiation sensors to cheat and lower the radiation level readings. The lead case covers up the sensor which faces outwards from the front pocket of [&hellip...

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Infamous crying girl
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Fukushima Lately

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Duck Tomato

In the land of square watermelons and $150+ melons, anything is possible. This time however, nature has offered the latest selection in odd shaped vegetables. Behold…the Duck Tomato!! Complete with yellow bill, this tomato was grown naturally. Posing with a cute nod, the Duck Tomato made headlines in Tokyo awhile back. So what ever happened...

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Today’s Tokyo
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No Chicken Teriyaki in Tokyo