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In Real Life

Japan’s Cute And Nerdy Stone Statues Will Delight You

Stone statues play a prevalent role in Japanese life. You see them at Buddhist Temples and Shinto Shrines, and you also see them in front of houses and businesses or in gardens as decoration. Ditto at cemeteries.

6 November 2012

In Real Life

How Japan’s Nuclear Fears Are Manifested In A Cartoon Character

Many Japanese are anti-nuclear — and for good and obvious reasons. The nuclear disaster at Fukushima has made many question how safe nuclear power is, resulting in the country’s decision to take 48 of its 50 nuclear plants offline. It’s also why the government is pledging to end its dependence on nuclear power in the future.

18 April 2012

Uncategorized

Japan’s Favorite Robotic Made Hellish For Good Hygiene

Brushing your teeth is important. Just ask Doraemon, the robot cat from the future! A Japanese dentist decided that Doraemon (and his sister Dorami) plush toys would make perfect models for teaching brushing, so the good doctor added phony teeth and a Joker smile. The result is horrifying.

9 April 2012

In Real Life

Jean Reno Makes A Great Anime Cat

Doraemon is a robot cat from the future. His ears were eaten off by a mouse (hence him being afraid of them!), and his pocket carries all sorts of amazing gadgets. Doraemon is a beloved cartoon character, and he’s being brought to life by… Jean Reno.

28 December 2011

In Real Life

This Chinese Hotel Is An Odd Homage To Japan And Anime

Spend any time in Japan, and you’ll see them: Chinese tourists. While tensions do flare between the two countries, there are Chinese who are infatuated with Japanese popular culture.

23 August 2011

In Real Life

If Only I Had A Door To Take Me To This Wonderful Place

Some people love Mario. Others love Mickey. But I love Doraemon, that blue robotic cat from the future with a pocket full of gizmos and a fear of mice. And now the manga artist who created Doraemon has his own museum.

20 May 2011

In Real Life

A Place For Your Bleeding Geek Heart

In Japan convenience stores, or “conbini” as they’re called, dot the landscape. They’re where people buy food and drink, pay bills, send letters and stand and read magazines without paying for them. Some might like Family Mart, others prefer Daily Yamazaki. I like Lawson, because more than any other corner store in Japan it panders to nerds like me and maybe like you.

23 November 2010

In Real Life

Beloved Character’s Voice Actor Returns, But Not For Arkanoid

Nobuyo Oyama is famous for voicing everyone’s favourite earless robot cat from the future Doraemon and, well, looking like Doraemon.

14 May 2010

In Real Life

Is There A Better Use For Street Fighter II Sound Effects?

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Fighting game Street Fighter II is iconic. The opening theme for anime Doraemon is iconic as well. Will they mix?

21 April 2010

News

Tokyo’s Virtual Child Porn Bill Returning

It’s not dead. Not at all. Tokyo’s virtual child porn bill will be back later this year.

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