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Why Do Most Zippers Say "YKK" on the Pull-tab?
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Zippers are found on so many products. But have you ever noticed that "YKK" is on the pull-tab of most zippers? Find out where these mysterious initials come from.
Fast and Furious Hibachi-style Grilling Is Both Dinner and Theater
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The word "hibachi" has its origins in Japan, where it translates to "fire pot."
Gelatinous, Squishy Mochi Is Having a Moment
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HowStuffWorks takes a bite of mochi, the squishy, sweet, gelatinous rice cake from Japan.
Unit 731: Inhumane Medical Experimentation During WWII
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Before World War II officially began, Japan invaded China's Manchuria region (now called Guandong) in order to expand its territory and extract natural resources to grow its economy. Japan would commit numerous war crimes against the Chinese and people throughout the Asian-Pacific.
BABYMETAL: Three Japanese Girls Make Heavy Metal Cute
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HowStuffWorks goes backstage with BABYMETAL, the kawaii metal band out of Japan, as they rewrite music history.
Do Dogs Really Cry 'Happy Tears'?
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A first-of-its-kind study out of Japan set to find out, and the results were surprising to everybody.
What Is Kaizen and How Do You Use It in the Workplace?
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The Kaizen philosophy of continuous improvement started in Japan but is used around the world. So, how do companies put it into practice?
18 Odd Items for Sale in Japanese Vending Machines
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You can tell a lot about a culture by what they put in their vending machines. Japan seems to take the cake with the number of unusual items that can be found in a vending machine. Read about 18 odd items for sale in Japanese vending machines.
What's the Longest Suspension Bridge in the World?
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Until 2022, the longest suspension bridge in the world was in Japan. Now, the 1915 Canakkale Bridge in Türkiye has taken the title
Japanese Village Creates Living Rice Paddy Art
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Every April, the villagers of Inakadate, Japan, meet and decide what image to plant for the year. By summer, a rice paddy masterpiece will be born.