Here are many interesting things you can only find in Japan.
When former US President Barack Obama welcomed Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe during a White House visit, he expressed appreciation for some of the country’s cultural contributions and said “Thank you for all the things we love from Japan. Like karate and karaoke. Manga and anime. And,” the president added “emojis.”
The speech naturally won a lot of laughter from the audiences.
There are, of course, many other interesting stuff that are unique to the Land of the Rising Sun. For this blog, we’ll share with you 30 things that will likely grab your attention once you are in the country.
There are vending machines for basically everything in Japan. From soda, candy, ice cream, noodles, fruits, fresh eggs, rice, flowers, umbrellas, toy cars, neck ties, and – believe it or not – even used underwear!
Most of us have numbers posted outside our homes. Japanese families, on the other hand, have nameplates.
Pocket tissues are usually given for free on the streets as a marketing strategy of companies.
As a gesture of hospitality, you’ll usually get a damp towel for wiping so you can eat with clean hands.
Think of it as a free appetizer of sorts. A waiter will serve an otooshi for you as you wait for your meal, whether you asked for one or not.
Everybody loves this wonderful home heater.
This pocket heater can be extremely useful during winter.
Japanese residents are fond of wearing face masks, especially during winter.
With too many vehicles, Japan makes the most of parking spaces by this parking method.
Tourists love capsule hotels since they are affordable and secure. Plus they evoke a sci-fi vibe!
Ideal for couples, love hotels are available in various themes.
Widely used by Japanese kids, these sturdy bags can last up to 6 years.
Basically, yurukyaras are mascots – and they’re pretty ubiquitous in Japan.
Often used by teenage girls, these photo machines allow you to take photos and print photo stickers.
Or decorated trucks. You’ll see them on the roads as you drive or commute in the country.
Because uniquely constructed restaurants are fun!
Your butt will be completely clean as this electric toilet washes it for you.
Japanese Kit-Kat versions offer a lot of unusual flavors you will never find elsewhere.
Used for sightseeing, the shinkansen also come with footbaths.
Got a crawling baby in the home? Let him clean the floor at the same time.
Take what you want and just leave your payment. Yeah, that’s how it works in Japan.
These huge picturesque fields are absolutely a must-see when you are in Japan.
No, that’s not a mutant watermelon. It’s just produced that way for easier stacking.
Most, if not all, taxis in Japan have this feature.
Think of them as your tour guides for shopping so feel free to ask them for building information.
Reading is not a lost art in Japan. Everyone, young and old, loves Manga.
Hardcore manga and anime fans who dress up as their favorite characters are common in Japan.
Nose. Hair. Cutters. Nuff said!
As the name implies, these footwear are exclusively for bathroom use.
Japanese kids usually travel to school alone. Many of them even take buses and subways.
No need to worry about a wet uniform even if its raining hard.
A convenient way to enjoy your favorite condiments.
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