Japan – the Land Of The Rising Sun is one of the most futuristic countries in the world. You will be in awe of the way this country functions and has everything in a systematic order. It is the 11th most populous country in the world yet you will never find any litter on the streets of Japan. This country is the hub of weird creations which are actually very useful in the daily life. These unique and uncanny inventions are what make Japan, Japan! If you have this beautiful country on your list, then it’s high time you book your flights. Before that, read about these 10 weird things that exist only in Japan.
10 Weird Things In Japan That You Won’t Find Anywhere Else In The World
1. Fake Food Replicas On Display
The concept of displaying very real-looking fake food art is very common in Japan. This Japanese art of fake food is called ‘Shokuhin Sampuru’. It allures people, helps to cut out language barriers and makes it easier to choose from the menu. All you have to do is simply point what you want to eat.
2. Monochrome Fashion
Japan thrives on fashion and is one of the fast-paced countries in terms of fashion. But blue, white and grey colours dominate the streets of Japan. You will hardly find anyone colour-blocking because monochrome is the standard norm there.
3. Solo Dining At Restaurants
They have tables and chairs specially designed for solo diners. It is not at all awkward to sit alone in a restaurant. It is rather encouraged and no one disturbs you. Introverts, where you at?
4.Language Challenges
Japan loves to maintain and retain its culture. You will not always find English translations for things around. But they prefer to converse in Japanese rather than English, hence you will face a language barrier here. Don’t worry, otherwise they are extremely warm.
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5. Night Suits In Hotel Rooms
Bathrobes and towels are complimentary in hotels around the world. But, Japan is one step ahead and provides night suits as well. But it isn’t yours to pack and take it home, you will be charged for it.
6. Systematic Queue-Ups
In this over-populated land, people still stand in queues for crossing roads, transportation and more. Jumping the line is a no-go. You will get your chance ONLY when it is your turn.
7. Early Room Service Closure
Hotels shut their kitchen doors around 9:30 PM. If you are craving for some late-night snack, you will have to go munchies shopping. They don’t entertain dinner requests late at night.
8. Vending Machine Supremacy
Japan is flooded with vending machines. The weird thing about them? Vending machines literally have anything and everything. You want umbrellas, ramen, merchandise, toys, canned drinks, beer, or cigarettes? They got it ALL.
9. Drink Requests With Food Orders
It is in their culture that you have to have a drink with your food. Japan is very serious about its drinking game and takes pride in it. They have nomihodai courses (commonly available in Izakaya bars and casual restaurants) which is an English equivalent of ‘All You Can Drink’, alcohol-wise. So cheers!
10. Toilets with High-Tech Features
The washroom business in Japan is quite technologically advanced so you barely have to do anything by yourself. With sprays, water temperature controls, heated seats, music to give some privacy and more, they have it all. Some may even say that Japanese toilets are smarter than humans. Go figure!
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Overall, Japan is weird, we have to say that, but in a good manner. The manner that makes you believe in weird inventions that make your life easier. But, it is a beautiful country with some really beautiful and kind-hearted people. So when are you planning a trip to the land of the rising sun?
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