Tsuchiya Kaban, a Japanese handbag maker, has created a luxury bag made from Italian luxury leather that specifically holds watermelons. The luxury watermelon bag was designed by Tsuchiya Kaban and crafted by Japanese artisan Yusuke Kadoi as part of the maker’s “The Fun of Carrying” campaign, according to JapanandExtra. In terms of design, the watermelon bag shares … [Read more...] about Japanese Luxury Bag for Carrying Watermelon is for Serious Fruit Lovers Only
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Landmark Ruling in Japan Recognizes Survivors of Atomic Bombing Outside Hiroshima
After decades of alleged neglect, Japan finally recognizes people who lived further away from Hiroshima as survivors of the atomic bombing in 1945. Landmark ruling: A Hiroshima district court ruled on Wednesday that 84 more plaintiffs, exposed to radioactive “black rain” during World War II, are now entitled to the same medical benefits as those who lived closer to where the … [Read more...] about Landmark Ruling in Japan Recognizes Survivors of Atomic Bombing Outside Hiroshima
Cosplayer and media personality Kaho Shibuya weighs in on the Uzaki-chan debate
From its initial serialization as a manga (illustrated by Take) in December 2017 on Niconico Seiga's Dra Dra Sharp website to its anime adaptation by ENGI which began airing last month, "Uzaki-chan Wants to Hang Out!" has sparked controversy on both sides of the Pacific. The sexy slice-of-life odd-couple comedy about Shinichi Sakurai, an introverted college student, and his … [Read more...] about Cosplayer and media personality Kaho Shibuya weighs in on the Uzaki-chan debate
Massive Ruby Roman Grapes Sell for $12,000 in Japanese Auction
A ryokan chain operator has purchased Ruby Roman grapes at an auction in Japan for 1.3 million yen ($12,000) to help encourage people to appreciate food amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Inn chain operator Hyakurakuso placed its bid for the rare ping pong-sized grapes, which was developed in Ishikawa Prefecture, at an auction on Thursday in central Japan for 1.3 million yen, … [Read more...] about Massive Ruby Roman Grapes Sell for $12,000 in Japanese Auction
Husband surprises wife with cleverly arranged “watermelon dolphin pizza”
People have been talking about this one photo that a wife posted on Twitter. One day, when the wife got out of her bath, the husband suggested, “Why don’t I get you some watermelon for an afterbath snack?” The wife said, “Sure, why not” After a while, the husband came back with the cutup watermelon on a plate from the kitchen. Here are the photos of the plate of … [Read more...] about Husband surprises wife with cleverly arranged “watermelon dolphin pizza”
‘Eternal Zero’ and ‘Kinky Boots’ star Haruma Miura found dead at home in Tokyo
Popular actor Haruma Miura was found dead at his Tokyo home on Saturday, investigative sources said. According to the sources, the 30-year-old was found unresponsive at his home in Minato Ward on Saturday afternoon. He was rushed to a hospital but later pronounced dead, the sources said. Police believe Miura, who appeared in a number of television dramas such as “Bloody … [Read more...] about ‘Eternal Zero’ and ‘Kinky Boots’ star Haruma Miura found dead at home in Tokyo
People are putting facemasks on Japan’s Hachiko statue
Even faithful statued dogs apparently need to be protected from the Coronavirus, as a number of Japanese citizens have been caught putting facemasks on the iconic Hachiko Statue located at Shibuya in Tokyo, Japan. ICDYK, Hachiko was the faithful Akita doggo who waited for his master at the same Shibuya train station every day for nine years. He’s since become a worldwide … [Read more...] about People are putting facemasks on Japan’s Hachiko statue
Japanese Man Who Died Live Streaming Fall From Mt. Fuji Wins a Darwin Award
A Japanese live streamer who died last year on Mt. Fuji while streaming his climb has won the 2020 Darwin Awards. Tetsu “Tedzu” Shiohara, 47, lacked the “proper gear, climbing experience, and a booster pack of common sense” when he made the fatal climb on Oct. 28, 2019, according to the Darwin Awards via SoraNews24. Tedzu became the first Japanese person to ever win the … [Read more...] about Japanese Man Who Died Live Streaming Fall From Mt. Fuji Wins a Darwin Award
Tokyo Metro tests its first unmanned security and cleaning robot at Tsukishima Station
On June 12, Tokyo Metro conducted its first test run of using an unmanned robot to disinfect commonly used surfaces in Tsukishima station, located in the Chuo Ward of Tokyo. The robot, named Patoro (from the first two syllables of the Japanese word for “patrol”, パトロール or patorōru, and the “ro” from “robot”) was created by Japanese robotics company, ZMP Inc. The company … [Read more...] about Tokyo Metro tests its first unmanned security and cleaning robot at Tsukishima Station
Mu: a clue to a legendary lost kingdom in Ojima Komatsugawa park
A few days ago I was cycling down the River Arakawa when I came to Ojima Komatsugawa park. Being on a spur of land that juts out into the river, it’s surrounded by water on three sides. At the top of the hill in the middle of the park, I came across this startlingly beautiful sculpture. A plaque informs passersby that it was created to commemorate the lost continent of Mu, … [Read more...] about Mu: a clue to a legendary lost kingdom in Ojima Komatsugawa park
Japanese mathematician gets validation for number theory solution
A proof by Japanese mathematician Shinichi Mochizuki of an over 30-year-old problem in number theory has obtained validation, Kyoto University said Friday following controversy over his theory often labeled as too novel and complicated to understand. The Research Institute for Mathematical Sciences of the university accepted for publication his 600-page proof of the abc … [Read more...] about Japanese mathematician gets validation for number theory solution
East Japan venture develops copper fiber sheet that hastens virus particle inactivation
A thin sheet of copper fiber that can speed up the process of inactivating virus particles, potentially stopping them from causing infections, has been developed by a university-based startup in collaboration with a local textile manufacturer here. The Gunma University-based venture Gunma University Development & Innovation (GUDi), in the Gunma prefectural city of Kiryu, … [Read more...] about East Japan venture develops copper fiber sheet that hastens virus particle inactivation