One of these puppies isn’t interested in fitting in, and Japan is more than OK with that.
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We’ve found a hilarious quiz that is going to test your Japanese cinema knowledge. Can you get a passing grade?
This video might not help you ace a final, but it will definitely help you get motivated to study Japanese history.
Anyone who’s been to Japan knows that the convenience store is the prefect place to get snacks, pay your bills, buy adult material, and get into a fight. Wait, what?
“Ah… I can see a bigger world…” Weird tools and makeup techniques make for hilarious results.
Come for the weather report and stock prices, stay for the top-of-the-line profanity.
It’s not unusual for stars to perform in Japanese commercials, but what they’re asked to do can sometimes lead to head-scratching.
No matter how terrible of a day you’re having, there’s a good chance that this fellow’s having a worse one.
Everyone thinks of big bellies when they envision sumo wrestlers, but it turns out the pros have gigantic hands too.
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Because sometimes you want to add some fun to bathtime, and also the chance of crushing your loins.
If you’re thinking of making Fluffy contribute more around the house, then we’ve found the perfect way to jump-start his career as a working feline.
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