Tag: calisthenics

Japanese Business Org Only Wants Geisha Under 25 Because Men Like ‘Em Young

The city's Chamber of Commerce has a Leonard DiCaprio Rule for new geisha, saying they can't be older than 25.

Be Careful If You Visit This Japanese Hamburg Steak Chain, Experts Warn

Kiwamiya is drawing in tourists with its "cook it yourself" hamburg steak. But some warn food poisoning may just be one plate away.

What’s With the Chaos of Japanese Power Lines?

April 11, 2025
History, News, Video

Look up in a Japanese city, and you're likely to see a sky view partly obscured by power lines. Here's why Japan's utility lines are more visible than those in other advanced economies.

Patriarchy Strikes Again: Women Wait Forever for Toilets at Cherry Blossom Viewing

Some women said they waited 40 minutes to get access to facilities at Yoyogi Park during this year's hanami festivities.

Survey: 1 in 4 Japanese Kids Can’t Use a Japanese-Style Squat Toilet

The times they are a-changin', with 26.7% of elementary school kids saying they can't use the old-style devices.

Beware The Illegal Barkers in Sapporo’s Susukino District

Sapporo passed a new law against coaxing customers into questionable businesses in 2022. But in 2024, it didn't issue a single fine.