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Japanese 'Maid Trains' Hope Miniskirts Will Maximize Ridership
Submitted by Steve Levenstein on Fri, 2010-03-19 14:01
Two train lines in Japan's Ibaraki prefecture aim to sweep passengers off their feet this weekend. Six young ladies in full-out Akihabara maid costumes have been hired to serve refreshments, cosplay style.
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Maiko Itai wins Miss Universe Japan 2010
Submitted by japansugoi on Fri, 2010-03-19 11:3925-year-old former civil servant Maiko Itai 板井麻衣子 beat out 4,000 applicants and ,was crowned Miss Universe Japan 2010 earlier this month. Maiko is from the Oita Prefecture city of Usuki and used...
EggsnThings Japan
Submitted by Shibuya246 on Fri, 2010-03-19 11:19
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Japanese Numbers App
Submitted by harvey on Fri, 2010-03-19 08:51- Read more
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Tori Dango Zōsui (Chicken Meatball Rice Soup)
Submitted by underpainting on Fri, 2010-03-19 07:47
“Tori Dango” means chicken meatballs, and “Zōsui” means rice soup. My family loves zōsui, and this was one of my favorites as a child. Loved the chicken meatballs! Zōsui is very easy to make and perfect for a low calorie diet.
Satoko Miyata 2009 San-Ai swimsuit model throws ceremonial first pitch
Submitted by japansugoi on Fri, 2010-03-19 04:32Satoko Miyata 宮田聡子 (aka Akiko Miyata) is a 21 year old Japanese fashion model from Fukuoka prefecture. She has modelled for – Tokyo Collection, 東京ガールズコレクション Tokyo Girls Collection , 神戸コレクション...
Kawaii Water Bottles!!
Submitted by laurelrinkya on Thu, 2010-03-18 23:13Japan's magic touch for kawaii-ness adorns these water bottles- found in grocery stores in Japan.
Stitch, Mickey Mouse & Minnie Mouse
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celebration
Submitted by Workaholic Hostess on Thu, 2010-03-18 21:13- 17 reads
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Golf Course + Safari Park = 'Lion Woods'
Submitted by Steve Levenstein on Thu, 2010-03-18 21:08
Forget Tiger Woods, here's 'Lion Woods'. A Japanese golf course happens to be located immediately adjacent to a popular safari park. Golfers are advised to stay out of the rough... and I ain't lion.
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Rapid payment, points systems key attractions of electronic money
Submitted by KenYN on Thu, 2010-03-18 16:56
Maria Ozawa t-shirts from Devilock
Submitted by japansugoi on Thu, 2010-03-18 07:05If you’re a collector of Maria Ozawa 小澤瑪利亞 t-shirts, then you’ll be interested in getting your hands on the special Devilock Maria Ozawa t-shirts. Maria was the special guest at the...
This Colorful Pocket Ashtray Will Save Your Butt
Submitted by Steve Levenstein on Thu, 2010-03-18 05:45
Smokers will love this stylish, functional, portable pocket ashtray that keeps cigarette butts out of sight and scent. Non-smokers will love it for the same reason.
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Sugoi Japanese prefecture icons from Messaliberty
Submitted by japansugoi on Thu, 2010-03-18 04:46Attention Japanese graphic designers. Here are some great web icons designed by the folks at Messaliberty for the Japanese prefectures of Tokyo, Aomori, Hyogo, Kyoto, Okinawa and Shimane . They are...
3 Things You Can Expect in a Sento
Submitted by jinfonet on Thu, 2010-03-18 04:15There are of course many things you can expect to find when you visit a sento: baths, changing rooms, the elderly, etc. Let’s have a look at a few of the not-so-expected things you are all but guaranteed to find at pretty much any sento in the land.
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Cup O Noodles Game!
Submitted by laurelrinkya on Wed, 2010-03-17 22:51
You must place those shrimp and noodles in the right spot for this 3 minute puzzle game- or it will all explode!!
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Pet Umbrella Keeps Your Canine Companion Covered
Submitted by Steve Levenstein on Wed, 2010-03-17 21:33
Raindrops keep falling on my pet... no more! The rather blandly named Pet Umbrella is just what you and your raincoat-hating dog have always wanted.
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Smoking, second-hand smoke and bans in Japan
Submitted by KenYN on Wed, 2010-03-17 18:00
Yet another positive noise that the Democratic Party of Japan have made since coming into power is the discussion of a smoking ban to prevent second-hand smoking, a topic that was the subject of this recent survey from iShare.
Peter Bjorn and John – Nothing to Worry About
Submitted by harvey on Wed, 2010-03-17 14:46
Coolest video ever.
These sort of biker sort of Elvis rockabilly look alikes are fairly common in Japan. Twitter buddy AdySan got a vid of some himself. Check it out.
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Reliance Industries (RIL) and IMG Worldwide announce alliance
Submitted by risingsunofnihon on Wed, 2010-03-17 12:09
India’s Reliance (RIL) and IMG, the world’s leading sports marketing and Management Company have announced joint venture to develop market and manage sports and entertainment in India.
Facebook will open centre in Hyderabad, India
Submitted by risingsunofnihon on Wed, 2010-03-17 12:02Social networking site Facebook will open an operations office in India, it will be the first in Asia, to help manage rapid growth in the number of users.
Linus van Pelt, me, security blankets, and protecting us from the internet
Submitted by risingsunofnihon on Wed, 2010-03-17 12:00
The news scared me today.
“The Internet grew 20 percent uglier last year, with terrorists and racists increasingly turning to social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter — and targeting children, finds the 2010 Digital Hate Report.”
Introduction to blogging or 5 Reasons why I blog
Submitted by risingsunofnihon on Wed, 2010-03-17 11:58
There are at least two kinds of writers— those who write for writing’s sake and those who write to be read. I am of the second kind.
Koyadofu no Tamagotoji
Submitted by underpainting on Wed, 2010-03-17 11:28
“Koyadofu” is the Japanese word for dried tofu. “Tamago” is egg. And “toji” refers to preparing a dish mixed with egg. Koyadofu no Tamagotoji. It’s a healthy, filling dish that is great if you’re on a diet.
How Much Clay can One Fit into a Tiny Yokohama Apartment?
Submitted by claytonian on Wed, 2010-03-17 05:10This much. I'm quite settled into my new place now, and my neighborhood is awesome!
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Darth Vader Mint Chewing Gum in Japan
Submitted by japansugoi on Wed, 2010-03-17 04:32Darth Vader Mint Chewing Gum ダース・ベイダー ガムポット in Japan. Why not? Get some gum by opening Darth Vader’s helmut to get to the shiny black chiclets of minty gum out.
Cost is 760 Yen available at...
Konarka Solar power bag charges your mobile phone
Submitted by japansugoi on Tue, 2010-03-16 23:27Another great invention – a bag that has solar panel so you can recharge your mobile phone, ipod or any other small electronic device while on the move outdoors. The Konarka solar bag with OPV...
Hello Kitty Green Bag! Wasabi YJ! Item!
Submitted by laurelrinkya on Tue, 2010-03-16 22:06
Going green and bringing your own bags to the store is a great way to reduce the use of plastic bags!
This Hello Kitty version easily fits into your purse or hooks onto your jeans!
So cute!
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