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27 Photos Prove Japan Is A Country From Another Planet

Japan is a country whose culture is considered unique. Its wide diversity is sometimes misunderstood by foreigners. And the proof of this are the images about the Japanese way of life and traditions posted by tourists. Thanks to these photos, other Internet users can find out about various curiosities about the Land of the Rising Sun.

We, from incredible.club, we often publish facts about Japan. And here is another series of photographs that reveal some of the peculiarities of life in that country.

1. In some cities in Japan, the water in the drainage channels is so clean that you can see Koi fish (Japanese ornamental carp) swimming in them

For example, the city of Shimabara on the Japanese island of Kyushu is home to hundreds of Koi fish that swim in the street drainage channels.

2. These square watermelons from Japan are not edible. They are like that inside

Many know that square watermelon has been grown in Japan for many years. But few know that they are decorative pieces and not for consumption. Watermelons are harvested before they are ripe, which makes them virtually inedible. Those who have tried them say that the taste is bad. By the way, in Japan, it is customary to give these expensive fruits as a gift.

3. You can also find these white strawberries for sale. Its price varies between 4 and 5 dollars per unit. And its taste is more like pineapple

4. In Japan you can see a person walking a pig

5. Products from stores are often placed on the street. There are also boxes in which buyers put money to pay for merchandise. And there’s usually no one looking into it or taking care of it all

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6. Japanese people are usually very rule-abiding and disciplined. For example, almost no one will climb a ladder intended for the descent

7. See how the Japanese usually wait for the subway to arrive

8. Vehicles are normally parked in reverse

The fact is that spaces in Japanese cities are often narrow, and it is much more convenient to park in reverse. It is also more practical to leave the parking space, as the driver immediately sees the street, greatly minimizing the risk of an accident.

9. There are over 300 intersections in Japan where you can cross the street diagonally.

10. In some fields, rice is grown to make great works of art. Designs like these are created by selecting different varieties of the cereal.

11. The Japanese have great regard for old trees and improvise supports so that they do not fall.

12. In some elevators there is a seat that can be used as a toilet in an emergency.

13. Dried insects can be purchased from some vending machines

Japan is famous for having vending machines installed everywhere. Most of the time, you can buy drinks there, but there are also those that sell hot food, sweets, ice cream, books, newspapers, flowers, umbrellas and even clothes.

15. In restaurants in Japan, before serving food, waiters bring an oshibori, a slightly damp, cold or hot towel with which visitors wipe their hands.

16. At railway stations, the bathrooms have small toilets for children

17. Close to many ATMs are cup holders and cane holders

18. Many restaurants in Japan have food replicas made of plastic to show the dishes available on the menu.

19. Some supermarkets in Japan have cabinets for disinfecting shopping baskets.

20. In Japan, many vehicles are tiny and mini trucks can often be found.

21. Many of the manhole covers are true works of art

22. In Japan, there are so-called “cat islands”, famous for the large number of felines. These include the islands of Aoshima, Ainoshima and Tashirojima.

On these islands, the number of cats is much greater than the number of residents. For example, there were only six people living in Aoshima (as of 2019) and over 200 cats. These animals are fed by the islanders, who receive food donations from all over Japan. Tourists also visit Aoshima to feed the kittens.

23. This is the interior of the grandiose “underground temple” in the city of Kasukabe, which is north of Tokyo

Officially, this structure is called the “Metropolitan Area Flow Underground Channel”. It was built to collect and drain water from the streets of Tokyo during heavy rains. But floods in the city are rare, so the place is almost always open to tourists.

This tourist spot, incidentally, is often used for recording commercials and films. The location can even be seen in the movie Hunger Games: Mockingjay – The Finale.

24. Pets are much loved here. And it’s normal to see them strolling in baby carriages.

25. This is the famous bamboo forest at night

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26. These cat bandanas can be bought in Osaka

27. And finally: it’s not so easy to become a Japanese citizen. See how many documents you need to provide to become a Japanese citizen

“In this pile of papers, in addition to my birth certificate, school transcripts, tax information and many other documents, as well as a sworn translation of all of them and a dissertation on why I want to be a Japanese citizen.” © Unknown / Reddit

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