Meet Japan’s new Twitter phenomenon: a trucker girl who shares post-work beers in witty T-shirts
All she meant to do was share photos of herself enjoying post-work beers, but Truck Meimei (@truckmeimei), a 21-year-old truck driver with a love of…
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Tough-looking turtle expert dispels criminal suspicions with one single photo
Although usually docile, alligator snapping turtles (Macrochelys temminckii), native to freshwater habitats in the United States, are capable of delivering a powerful bite with their…
Japanese supermarket’s “fresh watermelon popsicle bar” is fresher than imagined
One of the most popular kinds of popsicles in Japan and a favorite during summer is the スイカバー suika bā, literally a “watermelon bar.” Like…
Big chonk cat in Japan wows with adorably imposing sumo wrestler pose
Even if you live with them for a long time, cats have a way of surprising their owners–sometimes at their least photogenic moments. Shioyama (@mt_fujimaru)…
Japanese cat looks like he’s resting on balls or turned into a donut
“I am pleased to report that (…) my cat successfully grew out of a Pon de Ring.” Such was the caption on a photo posted…
Child has too pure idea to stop epic cat battles from disrupting his homework
To the enjoyment of many, Namiso (@omochi_nam01) shares the daily adventures of her children and cats on Twitter, and one common thread of those adventures…
The revealed existence of Bamboo Shoot Village shakes the foundation of Japan’s great war over chocolate
If you’re a sweets fan in Japan, you’ve likely had to pick a side between two of Meiji’s flagship bite-sized chocolate cookie snacks–Kinoko no Yama…
Nissin’s idea for Cup Noodle ingredient sponges has ramen lovers ready to do some cleaning
Japanese instant noodle giant Nissin has never been shy from having some fun on their Twitter account, particularly with items related to their popular Cup…
The sight of the perfect omelet in Japan is so good it turns school children into Minions
Omurice, or omelette rice, is a Japanese café and diner favorite. The dish features an oval-like French style omelette that envelops seasoned fried rice and…
U.S. Naval Forces in Japan have a snarky reminder to Twitter about Top Gun: Maverick
It’s Pete “Maverick” Mitchell’s world and we are all living in it, as Top Gun: Maverick, the sequel to the 1986 classic continues to soar…
Hamster channels My Neighbor Totoro in falling in love with giant broccoli
It’s always a treat to see our pets take a warm liking to healthy snacks, but NyanKo Burger’s (@nekonodorei_22) hamster may have bitten off more…
You can forgive this cute pizza correction tape dispenser for being cheesy
As many foodies can surely appreciate, gooey melted cheese is one of the reasons to love pizza. Now, an idea inspired by a cheesy pizza…
Owner adorably recreates Shinjuku’s famous 3-D giant cat at home with their own kitty
Cat lovers in Japan were delighted when a giant 3-D and incredibly lifelike cat was installed at the 154.7 square meter digital rooftop ad space…
Cat’s surprise waking meow sounds just like a Pokémon beginning a battle
It can be a major guilt trip for a cat owner to wake their sleeping kitty, but every once in a while when you do,…
Epic Studio Ghibli monster crafted from veggies is the ultimate steed for Japan’s festival for the departed
The Japanese festival holiday of obon is a time to welcome home and honor the spirits of one’s ancestors. Every year (August 12th this year),…