Tag Archives: Japan
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WTF Fun Fact 13454 – Dumpling Flavored Soda
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WTF Fun Fact 13430 – Japan’s Sauna Bus
Five Unusual and Intriguing Facts about Japan
Japan, the Land of the Rising Sun, is known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and pioneering technological advances. But beneath the common narratives, the country holds a treasure trove of intriguing anecdotes and unusual practices that are less known to the outside world. In this article, we delve into five fascinating, and somewhat peculiar,… Read More »
WTF Fun Fact 13412 – Competitive Trash Collecting
WTF Fun Fact 13409 – 3 Athletes vs. 100 Kids
Manjirō Nakahama: A Japanese Pioneer’s Odyssey from Shipwreck to Gold Rush
Manjirō Nakahama, at the young age of 14, was a fisherman who, along with four companions, found himself stranded on an island following a shipwreck. Their rescue arrived in the form of an American whaleship, which transported them to Honolulu. While his friends decided to stay in Honolulu, Manjirō ventured onwards to Massachusetts. This journey… Read More »