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Article created by: Mantas Kačerauskas

With its deeply rooted culture of politeness and quirky sense of humor recalling the funniest moments of our favorite anime, it's not surprising to learn why so many people are enchanted by Japan, the Land of the Rising Sun.

From ubiquitous vending machines and bizarre game shows to maid cafes, to us westerners, Japan is like a distant parallel universe with its own set of rules and customs. So to celebrate this culture, which has been showering us with its meme-like charm unlike any other, Bored Panda has compiled some of its weirdest cultural practices to show why the internet can't get enough of it.

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When People Matter

Tweet about bus drivers in Okayama, Japan, striking by driving but refusing to take fares, showing unique Japan culture.

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    Old People In Japan Clean Up Radiation So The Younger Generation Won't Have To Expose Themselves To It

    Elderly volunteers in Japan line up to clean radiation, showing a unique and selfless aspect of Japanese culture.

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    #3

    This Is 95 Hirane From Japan. I Accidently Entered His Shop To Ask For Directions. So How We Got Talking And Became Good Friends. And Now He Dedicates 2 Hours Everyday To Teaching Me Japanese

    An elderly man and a younger man dabbing together inside a small store, showing a unique and wholesome moment in Japan.

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    #4

    Japan, Just Japan

    A young woman catches a Shohei Ohtani home run ball in Japan, shared and returned to her at the stadium.

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    Cafe In Japan Gives An Oportunity To Paralyzed People To Feel Fulfilled

    Paralyzed people in Japan control robot servers at a café, showcasing unique and wholesome innovation in Japan.

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    #6

    It's Japan As Always

    A snowy rural train station in Japan delaying closure because only one student uses it before graduation.

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    After Their Shocking Win Against Germany, Japan Fans Stayed After The Match To Clean Up The Stadium. Respect

    Japanese fans cleaning stadium seats and collecting trash in plastic bags, showing wholesome Japan culture and respect for public spaces

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    #8

    No Cap

    Polite Japanese players leaving a spotless changing room with origami cranes after a historic victory, showing unique Japan culture.

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    #9

    There’s A Park In Japan That Lets You Shake Hands With Otters

    A small otter gently touching a human finger through a glass window, showcasing a unique moment in Japan.

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    #10

    In Nara, Deers Have Learned To Open The Doors Of Food Establishments And Bow To Ask For Food

    Two deer approaching a small Japanese shop, showcasing a unique and wholesome scene from Japan’s culture and wildlife.

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    #11

    A Tree In Japan Being Removed (With Roots Being Painstakingly Protected) And Being Saved And Moved (Instead Of Being Cleared For Road Widening)

    Large tree wrapped in protective ropes being carefully moved by workers, showcasing unique and wholesome Japan culture.

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    #12

    When Pope Francis Visted Japan Last Year, He Was Gifted A Custom Anime Robe, Which He Wore

    Pope Francis wearing a traditional Japanese festival coat, showcasing unique and wholesome Japan culture.

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    #13

    This Latte Art Made Me Chuckle

    Cup of coffee with five 3D cat-shaped foam art figures showcasing creative and wholesome culture in Japan.

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    #14

    Go Go Godzilla

    Godzilla Christmas decoration with glowing red eyes and festive lights in a Japanese shopping mall showing Japan's unique culture.

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    #15

    Im Crying Over This Old Man In Japan Who Patiently Walks His Giant Tortoise Everyday

    Tortoise wearing a traditional samurai helmet walking on street with elderly man nearby in Japan scene.

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    #16

    Grandpa In Japan Makes Totoro So People Wouldn't Be Lonely At The Bus Stop

    Craftsman building a traditional wooden structure and a family posing by a Totoro statue, showcasing unique Japan culture.

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    #17

    Why Is Japan Just So Great

    Turtle tunnels installed under train tracks in Japan to protect turtles and prevent train derailments.

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    #18

    Kindergarten School Buses In Japan

    Pink character-themed buses parked on a street in Japan showcasing unique and wholesome aspects of Japanese culture.

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    #19

    Taking Historic Architecture Into Account When Adding Vending Machines

    Traditional wooden vending machine in Japan blending modern convenience with unique Japanese culture and design.

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    #20

    A Japanese Diver Has Been Entrusted To Oversee One Of Japan’s Shinto Shrines, Which Is Located Beneath The Surface Of Japan’s Tateyama Bay. Over The Decades, He Became Best Friends With One Of The Marine Creatures Who Live Around The Shrine, An Asian Sheepshead Wrasse Named Yoriko

    Diver underwater sharing close moments with a large fish, showcasing unique and wholesome Japan experiences.

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    #21

    If You Have A Cup Noodle In Japan, You’ll Get Cats On The Inside Of The Lids. However, At A 6% Chance, You’ll Get A Tibetan Fox (Middle Right)

    Nine cup noodles with cute cat faces on the lids, showcasing unique and interesting Japanese packaging culture.

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    #22

    Do You Keep The Plushie?

    Woman dining at a Tokyo cafe with a Moomin plush companion, showcasing unique and wholesome Japan experiences.

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    #23

    Japan’s Dedication To Return This Toy Is Adorably Commendable

    Japan museum cares for lost stuffed toy for 30 years, showing unique and wholesome aspects that prove Japan is unlike anywhere else.

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    #24

    Japan And Its Erasers

    Japanese artist creates erasers that slowly transform into an old bald man, showcasing unique and wholesome Japan creativity.

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    #25

    Where Do I Sign Up?

    Students dressed in unique outfits including a green mask and mascot costume at a Japanese university graduation ceremony.

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    #26

    In Japan A Cat Named Coco-Chan Alerts People To Elderly Man Who Fell Into Ditch. Humans Make Him Police Chief For A Day. Coco-Chan's Thoughts: "Hooooomans Are Weirdos"

    A cat dressed as a police officer in Japan stamps a document, showcasing unique and wholesome cultural traditions.

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    #27

    A Japan Fan At The World Cup

    Japanese man smiling widely and holding a sign thanking his boss for two weeks off, showcasing unique Japan culture.

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    #28

    This Restaurant Being Wholesome

    Blue sign in Japan offers free umbrellas with a friendly reminder about honesty and courtesy during rainy days.

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    #29

    The Giant Straw Sculptures Of The Wara Art Festival In Japan

    Large straw sculptures of animals and creatures displayed outdoors, showcasing unique and wholesome art from Japan.

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    #30

    This Train Station In Japan

    Unique Japan building shaped like a train engine with large circular windows showcasing interesting architecture.

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    #31

    I Bought Some Collectibles From Japan. Found This Message On The Parcel

    Package with a polite Japanese delivery note asking couriers to handle the parcel with extra care and gratitude.

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    #32

    ‘Please Turn Down Your Volume’ Seibu Railway Etiquette Poster

    Japanese train cartoon warning showing animals and people covering ears, highlighting unique and wholesome Japan culture.

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    #33

    Good For You Japan

    Pink Koronon mascot wearing a mask and handing out masks in Tokyo, showcasing unique and wholesome Japan culture.

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    #34

    In Hong Kong And Japan, Mcdonald’s Has A “Doors Are Always Open” Policy. People Who Have Nowhere To Stay Take Advantage Of This And “Live” In Mcdonald’s, Often Referred To As Mcrefugees

    McDonald's in Japan at night with customers inside, showcasing unique and wholesome aspects of Japanese culture.

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    #35

    Japanese Twitter Helps Anon

    Screenshot of a Twitter logo with a positive comment about Japanese people being kind and friendly, highlighting Japan's unique culture.

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    #36

    *wheeze*

    Mascot Dojotan from Toyoyama, Japan, a fish with a horror expression, representing unique and wholesome Japanese culture.

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    #37

    A Man Walked 70km In 3 Days From Kota Kinabalu Airport To Get To His Hometown Kota Marudu To Avoid Spreading Covid-19 After Returning From Japan. His Name Is Alixson Mangundok. He Also Adopted A Dog He Met During The Journey

    Man wearing sunglasses standing next to a dog by a white vehicle, showcasing a wholesome moment in Japan.

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    #38

    Solving The Problem Of Eating A Burger With Dignity

    Woman using a "Liberation Wrapper" in Japan to eat a large hamburger, reflecting unique and wholesome Japanese culture.

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