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Archives for: January 2009
High-Tech Tombstones
By Michael // 01.26.2009
In keeping with the beliefs of the ancient Egyptians, who buried their pharaohs with all their treasured possessions for their journey to the after life, mobile phones are providing bereaved Japanese a channel to maintain contact with their loved ones after they pass on to the other side. Through modern technology, the concept of reaching out and touching someone ... more »
Making fuel out of poop
By yoshi // 01.15.2009
While the idea of making use of the world's cow dung and urine does not have a really great sound, the idea that it will produce fuel is very appealing. Scientists at Obihiro University in Japan have come up with a process to produce hydrogen fuel out of cow dung and urine. They also say that this process could be ... more »
Sapporo: Limited edition chocolate beer
By Danalyn // 01.14.2009
Sapporo teams up with Royce to introduce a limited edition chocolate beer today: Chocolat Brewery. Chocolate malt, cocoa, and spicy fragrance add to the "bitter taste" of this new beer targeted toward the chocolate lover. This beer is only available for a limited time, from January 14th through January 23rd. Retail price for a 3-pack runs at ... more »
Kasou Taishou 81
By Danalyn // 01.11.2009
The same show that brought you the famous matrix ping pong video, Kasou Taishou, ran its 81st episode last week. Of course, it brought many cool, and not-so-cool acts. Here are some clips from the show... and yes, there's a Ponyo video in there because it was the winning act. ... more »
Barry Arren, The Frash
By Michael // 01.06.2009
This is from an old "Flash" comic. I think it pretty much explains itself. I know it isn't technically FROM Japan, but still... ... more »