Every country has its strengths and weaknesses. Japan, for example, perfectly blends old traditions with modern innovation and has become one of the strongest nations on Earth. But it does seem to struggle with English.
The Facebook group 'Engrish in Japan' is dedicated to all of the unintentionally offensive product names, confusing signs, and other translation fails people found on its territory.
However, if these slip-ups teach us anything, it's that breaking the rules of a language can make streets, stores, and restaurants much more entertaining. And not in a bad way!
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#44 Seen Outside A Restaurant In Kyoto The Other Day. Thank Goodness They’re All Sold Out. I Nibbled On A Few Of Them When I Was But A Wee Lad
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#45 "Never Touch This Pipe!! If You Touch, The Roof Will Fall And An Accident Will Occur." Shinjuku Golden Gai
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#46 Found In Shizuoka Airport Yesterday. I Understand What They Were Trying To Get At But I’d Rather Not Have Orange Juice That’s Just Like Tap Water - Not Very Appealing
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#47 Insert The Temperature Of Your Choice Here. (At A Chocolate Store At Chitose Airport)
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#48 Looks Good Tho. Both The Flap And The Pafe. Which One Should I Order? 🙊 📍 Namba Osaka
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#49 That Doesn't Seem Like A Very Good Business Model But I'm Flattered, If A Bit Weirded Out
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#53 I Can’t Remember Where I Took This Photo. I Think At A Mochi Or Steamed Bun Store In Atami
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#56 Was On The Toilet In A Public Restroom At Fuji-Q In Yamanashi, And I Noticed The Sign Below The Button That Says “Flesh Toilet”
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#59 This Sign Got Me Froored For A Bit Found At A Karaoke Shop In Akihabara
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