Loyalty, love, friendship – these are the three rarest things on planet Earth today. Humans are probably not even capable of understanding the true meanings of these words on their own unless of course they are taught by those that they torture and think of as useless and inferior. You probably understood who we are referring to. Yes, we are talking about animals and in … [Read more...] about 20 Interesting Facts About Hachiko – The Loyal Dog
Hachimaki – the Japanese Headband that gives you Energy
When thinking of Japan, some of the things that usually come to mind are Sushi and Samurai; perhaps Karate and Bonsai. These are all iconic images in Japan, but when it comes to cultural icons, there is one piece of headwear that embodies the quintessential image of Japan – the Hachimaki (鉢巻). The Bosozoku wear them while riding their motorcycles, protesters wear them to get … [Read more...] about Hachimaki – the Japanese Headband that gives you Energy
In Japan, You Can Hire Handsome Weeping Boys to Cry with You for Emotional Healing
In Japan, a country renowned for its innovative approaches to well-being, a unique service called Ikemeso Danshi, or “handsome weeping boys,” is redefining how people cope with stress and emotions. This service, rooted in the Japanese concept of rui-katsu (tear-seeking), invites individuals to embrace vulnerability by crying alongside attractive men who offer comfort during … [Read more...] about In Japan, You Can Hire Handsome Weeping Boys to Cry with You for Emotional Healing
Ossan Rental : Japanese Middle-Aged Men for Hire
Takanobu Nishimoto is the owner of a unique business. The Straits Times reported that the fashion expert of 50 years old created an online platform named “Ossan Rental” in 2012 from his residence in Tokyo. “Ossan” is a somewhat insulting term for “uncles” or middle-aged men. At just 1,000 Japanese Yen, the equivalent of $6.84 per hour, people using Nishimoto’s service … [Read more...] about Ossan Rental : Japanese Middle-Aged Men for Hire
The Dark History Of ‘Comfort Women’ During World War II
Lee Ok-Seon was running an appointment with her parents when this occurred: a bunch of men in uniform rushed out of a vehicle, assaulted her, and dragged her inside the car. At this moment, she would have never guessed that she’d never see her parents again. The girl was just 14 years old. On that fateful evening, Lee’s existence in Busan, a city located today in … [Read more...] about The Dark History Of ‘Comfort Women’ During World War II