“When am I going to wear this?” University student’s t-shirt is painfully funny
For many in Japan, the process of studying and preparing oneself to pass the entrance exam of their desired university can be grueling. An especially…
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HS Senior son texts dad after earning first salary; Dad reacts to son’s feelings: “I cried in the train”
Many newcomers to the workforce say that they have learned to appreciate their parents since they started working. Perhaps they are grateful once they realize…
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No need for a salad spinner! Here’s the easiest way to dry salad greens [Lifehack]
When you’re making a salad, it usually tastes better when your salad greens are drained of excess water. A salad spinner is convenient to have,…
Woman in neighborhood asks 5-year-old: “How old are you?” His reply petrifies adults
When you’re a parent, there are times when an unexpected comment from your child can put you on the edge of your seat. A writer…
Debate: “Leashes make kids look like pets!” Manga artist’s genius rebuttal wins praise online
Even parents can’t predict how their young children will behave. In addition to their limited physical abilities, their poor judgment makes it more likely that…
“Your ramen sucks,” customer said on way out but what happened next warmed hearts online
One day, Japanese Twitter user わかめ Wakame (@senseiwakame) visited a ramen restaurant. As he was about to eat, he was surprised by a man’s voice:…
Japanese government proposes manga-inspired courtship; Suzu Yamanouchi praised for critique
Japan’s Cabinet Office takes a page from shojo manga The “Research Document on Love” sparked a debate online when it was published by the Japanese…
3-year-old makes a frame of stones but his word for it stuns Twitter: “What a vivid imagination!”
Japanese Twitter user 田口ナツミ Natsumi Taguchi (@NatsuTagu) took a photo recently when she was out with her 3-year-old and 1-year-old son. Her eldest son started…
“Dad, let’s go halfsies on cake.” Hilarious result shows a hustler in the making
Delicious and pretty to look at, cakes done right can bring satisfaction and comfort to those who enjoy them. Many people would also say that…
Japanese fireworks are beautiful but needy cat doesn’t care
The owner of the Twitter account (@0707_Shisyamo) posts about their daily lives with their cat, ししゃも Shisyamo. One day earlier this month, they were watching…
You know you’re staying up too late when your dog does this
The Twitter user at the account (@penta_pomepu) lives with their dog ぺんた Penta. One night, they were staying up much later than usual. Maybe they…
“I cried”: Japanese road service staff’s kitten rescue drama moves Twitter to tears
Twitter user 星野慎太郎 Shintaro Hoshino (@naritahoshino), a city councilor in Narita City, Chiba Prefecture, received this call from a friend one day: “I hear a…
“I like your new nails” “You only noticed now?” Husband’s genius comeback sways hearts online
One day, Japanese essayist and novelist Pentabu (@pentabutabu), noticed that his wife had new nails. Wanting to praise her and express his honest feelings, he…
‘Drive My Car’….To Akabira
A red car is giving new hopes to residents of the Hokkaido town. Not any red car, but a lipstick red Saab 900 Aero vintage…
Husky and rabbit plot to suffocate their human … with love
Japanese Twitter user ららまるちゃん Raramaruchan (@raranmaruko) lives with a Siberian Husky, Raramaru. In a video they posted recently, a rabbit is riding on Raramaru’s back,…