Japanese Engineers Stun World by Fixing Earthquake Cracked Road in a Day
On March 16, 2022, a strong earthquake struck off the coast of Fukushima Prefecture in northeastern Japan. The tremor cracked and…
The Man Who Lost $204 Million In Vegas
The clickity-clack of the roulette wheel was music to Terry Watanabe’s ears. He watched intently as the dealer spun the wheel…
Japanese Artist Creates Amazing Felt Sculptures That Look like Little Cute Loaves Of Bread
The irresistible aroma of freshly baked bread is difficult to resist. Now, fiber artist Atelier Hatena captures the charming beauty of…
Lap of Luxury: Spoil Your Pooch With a $330 Designer Doggy Randoseru Backpack
Japanese leather goods company Tsuchiya Kaban launched their first-ever line of products for pets, including a stylish leather randoseru backpack specially…
No More Cashiers! How Japan Is Leading the Charge Into a Workerless Future
Japan is seeing a boom in cashierless retail stores, often called “unmanned shops”, as retailers look to cut labor costs amid…
Steven Tyler and Naruto Taiyaki Honpo Team Up For a Treat You Need to Try
Japanese fish-shaped cakes have hooked the legends of rock and roll. Aerosmith is collaborating with nationwide bakery chain Naruto Taiyaki Honpo…
The Legendary $500 Bijin-Hime Strawberry of Japan
In the world of luxury fruits, the Bijin-Hime strawberry stands in a league of its own. Grown in Japan by expert…
The Legend of the $6,100 Japanese Densuke Watermelon
In 2008, a 17-pound watermelon sold at auction in northern Japan for a staggering $6,100, setting a record for the most…
A One-of-a-Kind Grand Seiko Sold for Record $478,800 at Auction
In 2022, a unique Grand Seiko timepiece smashed records when it sold for over $478,000 at auction – the highest price…
Hachiko’s Pop-Up Doghouse Draws Crowds in Tokyo
Japan’s beloved Hachiko statue was showcased to the public in a pop-up artwork display this weekend, drawing crowds eager to see…
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