Category Archives: Weird

On Having Sushi Delivered by a Conveyor Belt in Japan | 回転寿司

Posted on October 1, 2010 by Eryk Salvaggio

Japan put a halt to the crazy sushi bullshit just after the California roll. Continue reading →

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On Japan’s Accidental Pot Culture | 日本乃過失は楓葉

Posted on September 24, 2010 by Eryk Salvaggio

Every so often I come across a 9-year-old kid in a “Ganja” T-shirt covered in pot leaves. Continue reading →

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Video: Japanese Meat Announcements | 精肉店の交友わ

Posted on September 2, 2010 by Eryk Salvaggio

In which an inanimate object shouts at me about hot dog prices. Continue reading →

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On Japanese Laundry | 洗濯

Posted on August 31, 2010 by Eryk Salvaggio

Forgotten spirits get their revenge in Japan by destroying your laundry. Appeasing them requires vigilance, patience and a calm disposition. Continue reading →

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On Sorting Garbage in Japan | 屑選別

Posted on August 27, 2010 by Eryk Salvaggio

Trying to understand why I can throw out a tea kettle on the same day as a hairdryer, but can’t toss out whiskey with a ladies’ handbag. Continue reading →

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