From loneleeplanet, everything you ever wanted to know about theme Love Hotel rooms, with pics. How anyone can pay to do the do in a Supply Closet is beyond me, though...a must see!
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A decrease in Japan's murder rate has led commentators to believe that in an increasingly impersonal society, fewer people actually appear to care enough about others to kill them.
Good news then?!...
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A submission for the March 2010 Japan Blog Matsuri. It's the story of the tragic suffering of a plate-counting, well-dwelling Japanese ghost called Okiku who torments her murderer from the afterlife.
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Man goes stir crazy, has a complete and utter full-on rant on everything he hates about Japan. Very, very long, but also very, very entertaining, in a car-wreck kind of way.
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Take a glimpse into the hearts of the kamikaze. This solemn post explores the final poems and thoughts of those setting off to sacrifice themselves for their country. Includes the poetry and memoria...
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Japan's second grade princess has been getting harassed by her male classmates and is now reluctant to go back to school. If there's one thing little boys are good at, its being obnoxious. Although I...
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My submission for the March 2010 Blog Matsuri hosted by Mazikeen. There are hundreds if not thousands of Youkai that have been integrated into daily life in Japan.
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This article discusses the upcoming anniversary of Iwo Jima. Maybe something to read and take a few minutes to ponder the loss and sacrifices on a small island in the Pacific.
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The following vintage pictures were taken between the late 19th century and the early 20th century. In the second photos you can see the same place in our times.
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Probably in response to the growing competition, Mixi.jp, by far the largest social network in Japan, is no longer an invite only service. About time!
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