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Summary of 2014 Japanese Average Salaries

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2014 GENERAL AVERAGE SALARY IN JAPAN ¥4,420,000 $44,200 @ $ 1=¥100 $36,833.33 @ $1=¥120 Avg. Age 33 yrs Despite a recovering...
Girl Otaku Rooms

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For those of you who thought being an Otaku was only for lonely guys, think again. Here is a rare glimpse into the rooms of...
Japanese Average Salaries

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So you think you want to move to Japan to make some good money? Think again. While Japan (especially Tokyo) does live about 5...
A Glimpse at the Real Yakuza

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The Yakuza (Japanese Mafia) are alive and well in Japan and VERY active in all parts of society. They own businesses, influence...

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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...

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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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Feeling almighty!

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The Boyfriend pillow

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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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Tokyo Fashion

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TV show staff causes scandal with radiation joke graphics on...

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Harrison Ford plays PS3 Uncharted 3 Drake’s Deception

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The Shiba Inu

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Today’s Tokyo

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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...

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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

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Do the Right Thing…

Most heroes are ordinary people and go unnoticed&#...

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Sometimes we all feel a little…
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Learn from our animal friends…

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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...

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Naughty Iphone case…
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Space Age tatami
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Shibuya Station Internal Structure
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Vintage Futuristic Japan
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Various Mecha Artwork
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What women think about?
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It’s been cold lately…
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F1 Granny Ba-chan
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“Ita” art for cars, bikes, and…jets!?