Japan has mastered the art of living large in small spaces. From minimalist MUJI-inspired interiors to high-tech "smart homes," the focus is on decluttering the mind by streamlining the environment.
To have an Oshi (a specific idol, anime character, or athlete you support) is to have a northern star. Entertainment venues like the Tokyo Dome or smaller live houses in Koenji become pilgrimage sites. Fans don coordinated outfits, light up stadiums with government-regulated LED glow sticks, and participate in "calls" and "mixes"—choreographed chants that turn a concert into a communal ritual. japan big tits