A smartphone that can take the pulse of a user just by looking at his or her face has been unveiled in Japan. Technology giant Fujitsu plans to put the invention to practical use within…
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Japan fashionistas defend ‘obscene’ photographer
Japanese fashionistas leaped to the defence of Tokyo-based Singaporean photographer Leslie Kee after he was arrested for selling books containing pictures of male genitals. Kee, who has snapped megastars including Lady Gaga and Super Bowl…
No love for Gangnam Style in Japan!
While South Korean rapper Psy’s “Gangnam Style” has taken the world by storm, it has largely fallen flat in Japan — an anomaly viewed with grave suspicion by some in the singer’s home country. …
New urinal video game for gents only
The gents (loo) just got interesting. Gaming companies in the UK and Japan have designed a lavatory console – just – for men. The consoles are fitted on special urinals with pressure sensors and use…
Capsule Hotel, coffin-like rooms debut in HK
Popularized as an alternative to Japan’s expensive hotels and short-term accommodations, Capsule Hotels is an inexpensive Japanese novelty that is set to take over another tourist destination tight for space and cash – Hong Kong….