“Japanese society is full of special expressions for certain strange, cute or funny characters and Japanese cultural phenomena. Being a Gaijin in Japan, I tried to lift the curtain and shed some light on the areas of Japanese society that are often perceived as being mysterious and closed. I wanted to know the exact qualities of an Obatarian, a Narikin, an Otaku, a Bosozoku or an Ikeike Onna. I came across many interesting details that astonished many of my Japanese friends and made all of them laugh.
‘51 Japanese Characters’ is an insightful collection of figurines showcasing several typical members and cultural phenomena of Japanese society — an easy and playful approach to Japan, turning the character-loving Japanese society istelf into characters…”
This is what pops up every time I open a new tab in my browser. I want this in life; on the wall, on the mirror, on the coffee table.
Press the button for brushed teeth or for a glass of iced tea. Click for a freshly laundered sweater. Touch the bald silhouette symbol for a visit from my favorite uncle.
Duckling button?
Breakfast in bed button next to the snooze button on the alarm clock?
First trailer for Superbad director Greg Mottola’s Adventureland, starring Jesse Eisenberg, Kristen Stewart (OMG! Bella!), Ryan Reynolds, Bill Hader, Kristen Wiig, and Martin Starr.
The movie is currently slated for release March, 2009.
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OMG I LOVE KIDS! Seriously, volunteering to teach kids one day a week isn’t enough. I need a real teaching job. I’m applying for one now, so if you’ll all kindly pray for me, maybe I’ll get it.
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not sure this warrants an entire BBC news column, but it is weird nonetheless.
EDIT: further proof