Mountaineer shocked by foul smell in Japan’s “haunted forest”
Japan’s “Sea of Trees” (樹海 jukai), or “Blue Tree Meadow” (青木ヶ原 aokigahara) as it’s also called, is one of Japan’s most famous forests situated on…
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“Accessible toilets aren’t makeup rooms!”: Mother’s viral complaint on Halloween weekend
Accessible toilets are installed in train stations, commercial facilities, and other places where many people come and go. They are intended to provide access to…
Japanese pharmacy clerk releases list of the worst COVID-19 customers
Japanese people have a reputation for being considerate and polite. Many go out of their way to help, and they are quick to apologize over…
Barrier-Free Activist and Entertainer Ryoko Nakajima Calls for Multipurpose Toilet Manners
Multipurpose toilets are meant to be convenient for the elderly, parents with young infants and toddlers, wheelchair users, ostomates, and other people with special needs,…
Instagrammers Breaking Off Branches For Selfies Could Kill Beloved Cherry Trees
Now that the cherry blossoms are in full bloom in many parts of Japan, sakura enthusiasts are everywhere trying to enjoy the beautiful pink blossoms….