Day: March 11, 2025

Student Rescued From Mt. Fuji Goes Back for Smartphone, Needs Second Rescue

The incident highlights the dangers of climbing Mt. Fuji without adequate equipment, preparation, or common sense.

Otaku Apocalypse: Good Smile Restricts US Purchases Amidst Trump Tariff Chaos

The retailer of manga and anime figures says it won't allow pre-orders or send shipments to the US until things settle.

Osaka Expo Explains Why Security Guard Made Groveling Bow to Attendee

Why did a security guard do a deeply humiliating bow to an Osaka Expo attendee? Officials say it was because the guard feared for his safety.

Hello, Death: Tokyo Event Gives Attendees a Chance to Die, Frankly Discuss The End

A unique event held yearly in Tokyo gives participants a chance to talk about death openly - and even see what it's like to die.

Kyoto Ryokans Stop Serving Traditional Japanese Food That Foreign Tourists Hate

Many inbound travelers to Japan love staying in a traditional Japanese ryokan. However, they're not so keen on the food that comes with it.

Jirō Ramen Asks Customers to Stop “Jirō Harassment” of New Employees

The Kameido store says it's "repulsed" watching senior employees trick juniors into eating their 2,000+-calorie large bowls.

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