Due to the far from conservative contents of the shop, it’s not entirely clear whether this Tokyo retailer’s sign boasts a simple spelling slip,
or a somewhat saucy (but space lacking) suggestion.
Photographs from a small group of islands
With Japan’s more realistic robots veering well away from the all important confines of cuteness, a motorway connected company has commissioned a contraption to counter such concerns. The result being a huge ladybird-like robot that is designed to rather lavishly clean up lavatories in highway rest areas.
Plus, as well as being equipped with all the necessary sensors so as not to bump into those busily going about their business, the colossal cleaner will also be programmed to have simple conversations, although these will thankfully be on the subject of driving directions rather urinal misdirection or even stool-related stenches.
However, with an expected price tag of 3.5 million yen when it’s released in the next year or so, it’ll require an awful lot of spent pennies to pay for it.
The grace of the geisha or traditional tea ceremony’s gentle movements are famous facets of Japanese culture, but for the tourist after a true insight into this beguiling country, then attending a public performance of the ancient practice of pulling pants off a partner’s head is paramount.
A truly fascinating pastime that somehow manages to capture the spirit of both sumo and the samurai.
Sort of.
Seeing big game cats online and in magazines is one thing, but getting up close and personal with one of the rarer forms of Japan’s most famous feline is something else altogether.
In particular, the way this one trapped unsuspecting targets in Tokyo with its tasteless and over the top trappings was a true sight to behold, with many of the victims leaving inexplicably dazzled and decidedly down on dough.
Although at least they did have a new NEC laptop to lug home, which is something,
I suppose.
Japan’s large number of love hotels are understandably lauded for their lively decor, but on the other hand, barely a mention is given to their equally imaginative monikers.
Okay, so some are admittedly far from subtle, but as far as the competitive world of entertaining euphemisms go, this one offers a very stiff challenge indeed.
(click image for double-sized ding-a-ling)