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Japan
27
May
2022
  • News

700-year-old Japanese Sword Discovered In Australia, 8,000km Away From Home

Imagine an ancient Japanese sword - a national treasure at that - making its way from Japan all the way to Melbourne, Australia.
19
May
2022
  • Activities & Attractions

Wakayama Tama Densha: Ride A Themed Train Featuring A Cat Stationmaster With Her Own Museum

The Wakayama Tama Densha Train Line in Japan has a very special member of staff - their very own cat train station master, Tama!
29
Apr
2022
  • News

Japanese Schools Ban Ponytails, Parents Enraged Over Unreasonable Uniform Requirements

In the latest update of the already strict Japanese school rules, ponytails have now been banned from school grounds. What's next?
28
Apr
2022
  • News

Alcoholic Butter In Japan Allows You To Experience Sake That Melts In Your Mouth

Alcoholic sake butter could change the way we eat butter - simply pop a slice into your mouth instead of spreading it on toast.
21
Apr
2022
  • Culture

Cherry Blossom Viewing Guide: A Look At The Customs & Traditions Of Hanami Season

Hanami season is upon us. Here's a helpful cherry blossom viewing guide to tell you everything you need to know about the national pastime.
10
Mar
2022
  • News

Japanese Minister Leaves Cabinet To Become Durian Cheerleader

Love durian? Not as much as this guy. This Japanese minister left the cabinet to become a cheerleader for the King of Fruits - durian.
14
Feb
2022
  • Culture

5 Types Of Valentine’s Day Chocolate You Can Give In Japan, From Honmei Choco To Gyaku Choco

Valentine's Day chocolate in Japan is famously depicted in their various anime and dramas, but did you know that there are different types?
11
Feb
2022
  • News

Japanese Firefighter Punished For Side Hustle, Moonlights As YouTuber With 15k Subs 

Being a YouTube streamer isn't always recognised as an appropriate job, but this Japanese firefighter had to find out the hard way.
08
Feb
2022
  • News

TeamLab Gives Kairakuen Garden A Makeover, Beautiful Illuminations & Interactive Displays

Kairakuen garden’s makeover by teamLab allows you to interact and connect with nature in the form of stunning illuminations.
08
Feb
2022
  • News

Japan’s Twin Baby Pandas Revealed To Public, Viewing Limited To 3 Days 

Who doesn't like fat little pandas? The people of Japan can now visit the two twin baby pandas born at the Tokyo Ueno Zoological Gardens.
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