JAPAN

JAPAN

A place where silence is frightening and a compass won’t help. Right next to Mount Fuji is a dark mysterious place. The Akigara Forest known worldwide as the suicide forest. It is striking in its silence. Birds hardly sing here and compasses go haywire due to unique magnetic anomalies. A Kigahara forest lies on the northwestern slope of Mount Fuji about 100 km from Tokyo. Its area is about 35 km. It is one of the most terrifying places on earth but at the same time it is extremely beautiful. Tourists come here not only for the mysticism but also for the feeling of unreality. This forest is shrouded in legends. It was once considered place where elderly people were brought for a basut ritual of leaving them to die. Today it is one of the most terrifying and famous places in Japan. Today’s episode is dedicated to Japan, but the Japan that most of you have never heard of or have heard very little about. If you want more interesting content about unusual places and facts from around the world, then quickly like, subscribe to the channel, and turn on notifications so you don’t miss any new videos. There are places that melt your heart, and there are those that squeeze it with memories. Okinoshima is a unique island where these two extremes coexist. An island that was not on the map. It is a paradise for anime fans, photographers, children. But few people know that this fluffy paradise once had a completely different face. In the 1930s, it was a secret chemical base for the Imperial Army. This island was erased from the map of Japan. Officially, it did not exist. Poisonous gases were produced here and local workers lived in fear and secrecy. Where chemical weapons were once created, today hundreds of fluffy rabbits run around. This is not a fairy tale. This is Japan, Okinosima, an island where history and tenderness coexist. Imagine a place where hundreds of wild rabbits fearlessly run up to you, demanding carrots. The animals here are completely free, living alongside tourists and becoming a symbol of peace. Have you ever been checked into a hotel by a dinosaur or had your luggage delivered by a robot on wheels? In Japan, this is possible and it’s not science fiction. This is Henna Hotel. A hotel where the future has already arrived. Yes, it’s not fiction. At the Henna Hotel, you are greeted by a robot dinosaur at the reception desk. Check in without people delivery of items by drones and the room understands your voice commands. Japan is seriously planning for the future and it has already arrived. Have you ever fallen asleep at work and were you praised for it? In Japan, it’s common practice and the more you sleep, the more you are respected. In Amuri, sleep as a medal for work. Sleeping at work in Japan is a sign of diligence. In Japan, hard work and self-sacrifice are highly valued. If you fall asleep, it means that you are overworked, not lazy. It is believed that you are giving your all and deserve a break. Even managers can sleep during meetings and it is not considered rude. When you sleep at work, you are not lazy. You are a hero who has given everything. The so-called inuri sleeping on the go is allowed and even respected. It shows that the employee is giving their all. Wouldn’t it be great if we could introduce this in our offices? Have you ever had a coffee date with an owl or a capa? In Japan, animals are not just pets. They become your waiters, companions, and therapists for an hour. Welcome to the country where capaaras are anti-stress. And your latte is just an excuse to visit a cat. In Tokyo, you can drink a latte with a cat on your lap and then hug a capabara. Japan has dozens of themed cafes. Al cafes, hedgehog cafes, even reptile cafes. It’s a real paradise for animal lovers and a unique experience that no other country can offer. [Music] These are not scenes from a movie. This is a real place. An island that was once crowded with people and now it is completely dead. Hashima, a giant concrete ghost in the sea, and you can see it with your own eyes. Hashima Island is a concrete city in the sea. It was once the center of the coal industry, but now it is empty and abandoned like film sets. It is so surreal that scenes from 007 Skyfall were filmed here. Tourists visit it as if it were a post-apocalyptic museum. During World War II, Koreans and Chinese were forced to work on the island, leaving a sad stain on history. Hashima was a restricted area for over 30 years. In 2015, UNESCO added Oshima to the world heritage list as part of Japan’s industrial history. Imagine a fruit whose smell stops elevators. But when you try it, it’s like eating the dessert of the gods. It’s not magic. It’s durian. In Japanese supermarkets, durian is stored in separate refrigerators. Often, it is hermetically sealed in double plastic. Once in Osaka, its smell triggered an emergency call. People thought there was a gas leak. The king of fruits with the aroma of disaster. In Japan, this fruit is banned in subways, hotels, and airplanes. But there are entire streets where it is sold as a delicacy. The smell is like a garbage can at plus 40° C, but the taste for gourmes is heaven. It’s worth trying or at least smelling. Although the Japanese have not yet accepted it into their tea ceremonies, perhaps the day will come when durian and matcha will meet in the kitchen. And then the culinary balance of the universe will shift forever. Don’t have a friend? Don’t have a family? In Japan, that’s not a problem because here you can rent anyone, a father, a girlfriend, even an audience for your show, your personal life actor for only $50 an hour. In Japan, it is popular to rent a friend, a relative, or even a bride. Yes, you can order a person for dinner if you are lonely. The social culture here is very different, but extremely interesting. Why do people need this social loneliness? Millions of Japanese live alone. Shame or social pressure, for example, so as not to appear lonely at weddings or photooots. Emotional support. Some people just need conversation, a hug, or familiar warmth. It’s not always about romance. Sometimes it’s just about feeling a presence. Imagine a garden where the light touches the ground as if dancing. where flowers silently tell legends and every step is like a new page in a magical fairy tale. Welcome to Nabana Nosado, a place where Japan shines with thousands of lights and flowers. Here among mirrored ponds and picturesque green houses, nature turns into a theater. In spring it is a symphony of tulips. In autumn extravaganza of chrysanthemums and in winter a grand light show that has no analogs in the world. A tunnel of millions of LEDs envelopes you like a starry river. The sense of flowers mingle with the warmth of Japanese culture, creating an atmosphere where time stands still. Nabana nosado is not just a park. It is a portal to a world of beauty where even the hardest heart melts at the sight of wonder. And this is where I went to see the Japan that is not shown in textbooks. So, let’s embark on a journey of light, nature, and inspiration together. In a world where many countries are still fighting for toilet paper, Japan has created a true sanitary paradise. Here, restrooms are not just functional, they are like modern art galleries. And believe me, the first thing you want to do when you enter a Japanese toilet is take a photo. You press a button and music starts playing. Another button warms the seat. A third button blows warm air on you like a light spring breeze. And most importantly, everything is sterile, impeccable, and technologically thought out down to the smallest detail. Even the doors of toilets and parks or stations look like you are entering a spa. Some are transparent, but only until you lock the door, at which point the glass instantly becomes opaque. Seriously, toilets in Japan are a technological marvel. Heated seats, music for privacy, individual fountains, and even Wi-Fi. There are even toilet museums. And that’s no joke. After Japan, regular toilet seems like a prehistoric artifact. It was an unusual Japan. Not the one from postcards, but the real living fascinating one. Write in the comments which location surprised you the most. And very soon, a new country, new stories. Subscribe, press the bell, and see you in the next adventure. [Music]

Japan — a land of contrasts, where ancient traditions blend seamlessly with futuristic technologies, and the extraordinary is just part of everyday life. In this video, I’ll take you on a journey through a side of Japan rarely seen in travel guides:
🌲 Aokigahara — the eerie forest at the foot of Mount Fuji
🐰 Ōkunoshima (Rabbit Island) — where adorable bunnies rule the land
🤖 Henn-na Hotel — where the staff aren’t humans… they’re robots!
😴 Inemuri — why sleeping at work is considered honorable in Japan
🐱 Animal cafés — cuddle with raccoons, owls, and more in the heart of the city
🏚 Hashima — an abandoned ghost island frozen in time
🥭 Durian — a fruit that smells like the end of the world, but is loved as a delicacy
🧍‍♂️ Rent-a-person — yes, in Japan you can hire a companion just to talk
✨ Nabana no Sato — a glowing garden that looks like a fairytale
🚽 The art of Japanese toilets — restrooms so advanced, they deserve their own museum This isn’t just a video — it’s a deep dive into a culture that breaks all stereotypes.
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