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Scientists Discover New ‘Godzilla Wasp’ That Hunts Underwater in Japan
Scientists in Japan have discovered a new wasp species that intentionally dive underwater to parasitize their prey. A swimmer of sorts: Named after the popular sci-fi monster, the “Godzilla wasp” or Microgaster godzilla, reportedly swims to hunt for aquatic moth caterpillars…
· Ryan General
Crate of Special Japanese Oranges Sells for $9,600 at Auction
A crate containing 100 oranges has been sold for one million yen (more than $9,600) at an auction in Japan. Some fancy fruit: The still-unnamed bidder purchased a 20-kilogram (44-pound) crate of Japanese mandarins (mikan) at the Ota Market in Tokyo where the popular citrus…
· Carl Samson
Japanese Scientists Create Technology to Control Small Gundam Robots With Their Minds
Japanese researchers have created a mind-controllable Gundam robot, turning one of the anime’s most exciting technological concepts into reality. The model, based on the mobile suit Zaku, has been available through Bandai’s Zeonic Technics package since last year, but that…
· Carl Samson
Japanese Researchers Create Robot Hand to Simulate Walking With a Girlfriend
A team of researchers in Japan has developed a robotic hand that mimics the experience of “walking with a girlfriend.” The robot, known as “Osampo Kanojo” (“My Girlfriend in Walk”), was conceived from the idea that finding a girlfriend can be “very difficult” for some people.
· Ryan General
Gay Couple Refused at 2 Love Hotels in Japan Over Alleged Homophobia
Despite a law that protects guests of any sexual orientation from being turned away from hotels, a gay couple was reportedly refused by two in Japan. Rejected twice: The pair tried to get accommodations but was rejected by two love hotels in Amagasaki, Hyogo Prefecture on May 5,…
· Ryan General
Japanese-Ghanaian Aisha Harumi Tochigi is Crowned Miss Universe Japan 2020
A 24-year-old Japanese-Ghanaian woman will represent Japan in the 69th edition of the Miss Universe pageant.
· Bryan Ke
‘Great British Bake Off’ Had a ‘Japanese Week’ Episode and Many Mistakes Were Made
The first day of “The Great British Bake Off” for its 11th season was off to a rocky start after many social media users called the show out for being culturally insensitive during its “Japanese Week.” What happened: The Oct. 27 episode was the first for the show’s Japanese Week…
· Bryan Ke
Fried Chicken Pillow with Frying Sounds Released by Japan’s Felissimo
Japanese retailer Felissimo, widely known for its eccentrically designed products, has released a culinary experience in the form of fried chicken pillows for all the nugget lovers. The “Mocchiri Juicy Karaage Cushion” (Springy Juicy Fried Chicken Cushion) is a new addition to…
· Bryan Ke
Arcadia Appoints First Japanese American as New Police Chief
Arcadia, a city in California known as a Japanese incarceration site during World War II, has appointed its first Japanese American police chief. History in the making: The city made history last week after Arcadia City Manager Dominic Lazzaretto appointed Capt. Roy Nakamura,…
· Ryan General
Japanese Student Creates Online Counseling Site for Suicide Prevention
A Japanese man, who has his own history of depression and loneliness, created a virtual refuge for Japanese teens and adults who may need counseling. 本日、とくダネで取り上げて頂きました。「自殺や虐待じゃないと相談できませんか？」と聞かれる事がありますが、どんな些細な事でも大丈夫です。今の自分の気持ちがモヤモヤしていてよく分からないという方も、まずは相談してください。
· Bryan Ke
Australia Bans Import of Hentai from Japan
Australian Customs has placed an import ban on any adult-related products from Japan, including hentai, male masturbators called “onaholes,” Japanese adult videos (JAV) DVDs and other products marked with 18+. The Australian Customs reportedly rejected DHL Japan from importing…
· Editorial Staff
Japanese Teen Achieves Dream of Dating Godzilla
A 13-year-old girl in Japan has achieved her dream of snagging a date with Godzilla. Seira Watanabe, who lives in Hyogo Prefecture, has long been a fan of the fictional monster, collecting action figures and mastering its roar.
· Ryan General
Man Invents Edible Plastic Bags to Save Japan’s Nara Deer From Dying
A Japanese man has invented an edible alternative to plastic bags in a bid to protect the sacred deer freely roaming Nara Park in Nara, Japan. Death from garbage: Hidetoshi Matsukawa, a souvenir wholesale agent at Nara-ism, was alarmed to learn last year that deer in the popular…
· Carl Samson
Japanese Laptop-Sized Scooter Now Available for the Rest of the World
A four-wheeled electric scooter, labeled as a “portable car,” has now gone on sale beyond its home of Japan for the rest of the world. Developed by Cocoa Motors, the 13-inch Walkcar weighs only 2.9 kilograms (6.4 pounds) and can be carried around like a laptop, offering…
· Editorial Staff
Japan Opens First LGBT Athlete Support Center in Tokyo Before the Olympics
Japan, in partnership with organizers of the 2020 Summer Olympics, opened its first-ever LGBT support center in Tokyo on Sunday. Based on similar sites set up in previous Olympics, Pride House Tokyo Legacy serves as an information hub for sexual minorities, ensuring that “LGBT…
· Ryan General
Machu Picchu Reopens for Only 1 Japanese Tourist Stranded in Peru for 7 Months
After being stranded in Peru for seven months due to COVID-19, a Japanese tourist got to enjoy visiting Machu Picchu by himself when the local government reopened the site.
· Bryan Ke
Man Calls Police After Losing 200 Times to a Claw Machine in Japan
A frustrated crane game player called the police after he lost 200 times to the machine, called a UFO catcher, at a Sega arcade in Japan. Twitter user Ogatun shared the frustrating moment on social media on Oct. 8 when he failed to catch a prize after 200 attempts, according to…
· Carl Samson
Universal Studios Japan is Opening a Super Nintendo World in 2021
Universal Studios Japan will open its highly-anticipated Nintendo theme park area early next year, bringing notable characters headed by Mario to life. The area, officially “Super Nintendo World,” was initially scheduled for a July 2020 launch before being pushed back due to the…
· Carl Samson
Japanese Musician Beaten By Teens in NYC Who Thought He Was Chinese
A Japanese musician based in New York City was reportedly attacked by a group of young people who thought he was “Chinese.” The incident, which left the victim with multiple injuries, occurred at a subway station near his home around 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 27.
· Bryan Ke
Japanese Yakuza Not Allowed to Give Children Halloween Candy, Government Says
The Japanese government has found a way to ostracize the yakuza underworld groups further by banning their members from giving out candies to children who are out trick or treating during Halloween. The Prefectural Assembly of Hyogo has unanimously approved the proposal to…
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