by Dino Nama At one point in time, the official Japanese religion was considered Shinto. However, Shinto had been practiced for centuries before its official state sponsorship after the Meiji Restoration. Alongside of Shinto, Buddhism also attracted a significant amount of followers. In fact, Japan considered itself the last outpost of pure Buddhism, especially after the … [Read more...] about Japanese Religion
The Vending Machines of Japan
By Dino Nama I've heard rumors, and now I've done some researching. It's true, Japan has just about about any kind of vending machine you can think of. To list a few of the vended products: Pringles Instant Noodles Alcohol (based on the honor system) Shoes Flowers Neckties Batteries Car Brochures Eggs Underwear (new and used) and yes... Live Lobsters Why … [Read more...] about The Vending Machines of Japan