At this writing, the focus of the athletic world is in Tokyo for the 32nd Summer Olympic Games. While most of the attention will be on the winners of this year’s various […]
Fun and Surprising Facts About the Olympics
The Fearsome Foot That Terrified and Trampled Japanese Homes
Japan is a land rich with folklore. It is also the land that gave us Godzilla and many other iconic monsters. This predilection for mythology and gargantuan creatures comes together in the […]
How Did 7-Eleven Get Its Name?
If there’s anything 7-Eleven convenience stores are known for, it’s the fact that they are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For that reason, you might find the origin […]
Two-Wheeled Commute
If you are traveling in Tokyo, Japan, and the trip is for fifty minutes or less, a bicycle is, on average, faster than an automobile. source
I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream for Ice Cream
Got a craving for ice cream? Try one of these distinctive flavors from around the world: Honey Jalapeño Pickle from Sweet Action Ice Cream in Denver, Colorado Goat Cheese Cashew Caramel from […]
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