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more about #japan more comments → Tchotchke: I looked at the thumb nail and was convinced that it was Courtney Love. Then I saw the bigger photo, and then I was extra sure (it's totally plausible... more » scullymurphy: Taking a leaf from Wayne Coyne's book, I see. more » sarah.of.a.lesser.god (aka Mrs. BrutallyHonestHobbit): Million Dollar Barbie. more » frugal: Yo Adrian! Where's your hat? more » SomeAuthorGirl: Wedding my ass. That's what I wear to networking events. more » Newsgirl: This was my first thought. more » badmutha: Knowing that she would have to leave the prince's castle quickly the night of the Ball, Cinderella began working out in her gala dress so she would b... more » futuremouse: Her boyfriend said something about a box and and a ring but she wasn't clear on the context so she came prepared for two very different scenarios. more » la.donna.pietra: It's Everlast Barbie! more » dreamweave: Did Christopher from Project Runway get a a gig with Vivienne Westwood? And is that a human, or a mannequin? more » Sapphire: What's your first clue that a marriage is doomed? more » immaculate.gaenor: If your boxing skills weren't up to par, I'm sure you could just suffocate your opponent under a mountain of tulle. more » MargaretMoony: Wow, I wish I could fan tickets like that! more » SUNNY1: To Willy Wonka's mind. more » Ailatan: My mum is obsessed with these trees, and we have many at home, though sadly they are still very small. more » -
#samuraiandthecity
Samurai Fantasies Helping Japanese Women Escape Dating Reality
In Japan, women are going crazy over "Sengoku Basara, (Devil Kings)" a historical video game featuring sexy samurai warriors. Hiroyuki Kobayashi, creator of the game, wonders if women are reacting to societal shifts surrounding the role of men. More » -
#girltalk
Japan's "Girly Men" Choose Cakes Over Consumerism
Another Monday, another trend piece about seemingly-strange Japanese subculture. Today it's "girly men" — young guys who may be straight but still enjoy baking and wearing bras. More » -
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#differentstrokes
Lots Of Ways For Japan's Swimmers To Get In Hot Water
If you're a competitive swimmer in Japan, you'd better not dye your hair, wear an earring or get your fingernails painted — unless you want to get banned. For a lifetime. More » -
#clips
Take Cover, You're On Candid Camera
You don't have to speak Japanese to understand how unfunny the hidden camera show Panic Face King is. In the clip at left, the producers stage a shootout complete with fake blood just to capture a man's "panic face." [BoingBoing] -
#cuteness
Baby Snow Leopard Born In Japan
This adorable newborn snow leopard cub was just presented to crowds at Tokyo's Tama zoo. Snow leopards have unusually furry tails, which they use to protect their faces from the cold as they sleep. They are endangered. [Reuters] -
#lostintranslation
Culture Clash: What If Calling Someone Fat Wasn't An Insult?
Daniel Krieger, an American teacher in Japan, is surprised when his female Japanese friends start commenting on his weight, saying things like, "You look fatter "Chotto futtota?" (Have you become a little fatter?), and "Did you gain your weight?" More » -
#monkeysee
Even The Condoms Are Cuter
How do you like your condoms? Ribbed? Lubed? What about adorable? These Japanese condoms feature some frighteningly cute packaging, supposedly based on the fuzzy cartoon characters from common food products. [BuzzFeed via CopyRanter]
