In the town of Shingo rests something I bet you never would have guessed. There lies the last resting place of Jesus, and there with it, are the descendants of a messiac legacy. According to some records found in 1935, the small town of Shingo, Aomori prefecture, Japan, is the final destination of Jesus Christ. In a statement, Mr Sawaguchi, ... more »
Everyone wants to try something at least once. Well, Bandai has started a new line of products to help people do the things they've always wanted to try... Earlier this month, Bandai released a new shampoo fragrance: Beer. This body shampoo sells in single-serve bottles. Just add hot water, shake, and celebrate in the shower. ... more »
The Nerima Art Museum is currently celebrating the 60th anniversary of Cellotape (or Sellotape... those damn Japanese and their non-romanized spelling always confuse me) with Ryo Sehata's sculpture gallery. What's so special about this gallery? According to Sehata, all of the sculptures are made 100% of cellophane tape. The exhibit will run until February 18 2009. Video ... more »
Did you ever wonder or were curious to know what happens to a cat who has tape put on them? Well, wonder no more, because those wacky Japanese TV shows show it for you. Video is after the bump. ... more »
This cat was found and nursed back to health after losing his tail and both hind legs. He was nursed back to health by employees of an Akita, Japan bookstore. This is just an incredible act of kindness and at the same time, really heartbreaking for this to happen. I am just in awe. Video after the bump. ... more »
Apparently, cars are not the only thing you can store in a parking garage. Labeled as "eco cycle", this small "parking" for bicycles can hold up to 144 bikes and is apparently underground. It looks like the whole process is automated. Since bikes are nowhere near as big as cars, the parking system can store the bike and is probably ... more »