Monthly Archives for January 2013
Bessho Onsen – 1
I live in Shiodadaira which located in Bessho Onsen (hot springs). I’m going to write a series about Bessho Onsen. Bessho Onsen is listed as one of the oldest Japanese hot spring. It was discovered in 72 AD. Ueda Electric … Continue reading
The greatest thing about K-car
I got into a K-car today, and despite its size, it actually didn’t seem so small from the inside and was more spacious than I thought! Not only are the backseats roomy and wider than some luxury cars (e.g. expensive … Continue reading
Japanese K-Car
The first thing that surprises you when you come to Japan is the small size of the cars. Those cars are call “K” or “Mini car” or “light automobile.” You can easily tell which car is “K” because its license … Continue reading
High Competition of Japanese Vending Machine Deals
There are 5.4 million vending machines in Japan. One Coca-Cola costs you 120 yen or $1.40 But, some of vending machines sell for a quarter less. The vending machine technology is of such a high standard and brings many conveniences … Continue reading
The secret of empty cans on the sidewalk
Recently, I see empty cans on the sidewalk in my neighborhood. They are placed on trees, signs and everywhere. In Japan, the smoking population is still high. Even though some cities banned smoking while walking on the street, many Japanese … Continue reading