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This Japanese paper craft artist takes used-up, everyday product packaging and turns it into beautiful art.
Crafty designers create an endless loop of origami-style fun out of what looks like a simple sheet of paper.
Now’s your chance to snag a samurai armor-inspired T-shirt during your next visit to Kamakura, a beautiful day trip destination from Tokyo.
Is your child going through a train phase? Then it’s time for you to get aboard the free massage express just by putting on this shirt.
Boyfriend cancels date when he can’t get time off from work, but his awesome girlfriend figures out how to bring the strawberry patch to him.
Sweetly suggestive cleaning staff takes good care of Japanese traveler’s anime goods in New York hotel.
Crowdfunding success shows there’s still room for one more in the crowded Japanese toilet marketplace.
”I drew Super Mario in my notebook” says amazing artist, but this isn’t any bored-in-class doodle.
”Clear files” aren’t really clear, which is what makes this optical alteration possible.
Too short to reach the grab handles? This trick ensures your little ones will always be safe and steady on public transport.
Relax your body and improve your Poké-knowledge at the same time.
A creative and decorative way to reward yourself for your hard work and remind yourself that good things can, and do, happen.
No more suffering through those long and boring meetings…until someone recognizes what you’re holding.
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