If you’re intrigued by abandoned places with a dark history, then  Hashima Island off the coast of Nagasaki, Japan should be on your radar. Also known by its eerie nickname “Battleship Island” due to its resemblance from afar to a warship, this tiny island has become a renowned example of modern ruins and industrial heritage gone awry. Hashima was continuously inhabited … [Read more...] about Battleship Island: The Eerie Ruins and Coal-Dark History of Japan’s Hashima
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Vintage Photos Show Japan’s Old Art of Soba Noodle Delivery on Bicycles, 1900s-1950s
In the throes of industrialization, societies undergo transformative changes that extend to various facets of daily life, including the way food is prepared and delivered. Vintage photographs from the 1900s to the 1950s provide a captivating glimpse into Japan's culinary history, showcasing the art of soba noodle delivery by dedicated demae, or delivery men. These … [Read more...] about Vintage Photos Show Japan’s Old Art of Soba Noodle Delivery on Bicycles, 1900s-1950s
Japan’s Cat Islands: Where Cats Outnumber Humans, Forcing The Majority of Them to Leave
Cats have taken over several of Japan's "Cat Islands" from humans. At least, that's how it appears. To offer you (two) examples, below are the most well-known ones (s). Japan is a country that appreciates charming "kawaii" items. What could be cuter than an island full with cats? The Japanese have coined the phrase Nekojima to describe these exceptional locales, which serve … [Read more...] about Japan’s Cat Islands: Where Cats Outnumber Humans, Forcing The Majority of Them to Leave
Japan’s “Killing Stone,” Which Is Said To Have Held a Chaotic Demon For 1,000 Years, Has Split In Half
As if 2022 didn't already have enough bad omens, an ancient Japanese mythology has reared its dreadful head. The Sessho-seki death stone, which was thought to imprison the spirit of a vengeful demon from the outer world, has cracked in half. The Sessho-seki stone, a gigantic volcanic rock supposed to instantly kill anyone who touches it, is firmly rooted in Japanese … [Read more...] about Japan’s “Killing Stone,” Which Is Said To Have Held a Chaotic Demon For 1,000 Years, Has Split In Half
Seven Adorable Animals Live on Japan’s Hokkaido Island
If you ever want to observe and admire unusual and charming animals in Japan, you must travel to Hokkaido, a big island off the coast of the nation. You'll find seven unique species in this place that you'll simply enjoy. Some of these creatures are indigenous to the island, while others are subspecies of more exotic kinds. Regardless, they're all adorable. Hokkaido is a … [Read more...] about Seven Adorable Animals Live on Japan’s Hokkaido Island