【Once upon a time, nobody read RocketNews24 because it was really really bad. RocketRevival is a weekly corner that takes a look at some of our more passable articles from that bygone era that still hold valuable lessons today.】
Over the past ten years or so, sushi has become one of the most popular dishes in the world and has mainstreamed the consumption of raw fish in countries that previously wouldn’t think of sticking a fork in a salmon without grilling it first. While some people may still feel apprehensive when trying sushi for the first time, it usually only takes one bite of faith and you’re hooked.
On a trip to Thailand, however, one of our reporters found a seafood dish so raw that even the most sushi-loving Japanese might think twice before sticking it between their chopsticks.
Our Japanese reporter freaks out after trying crappy Domino’s pizza in the US
Osaka Obachan are here to rock your world, make sure you don’t go hungry
Yes, Zima’s robot band will play metal and electronica, as long as you compose it for them
Correct short-sightedness without surgery: our reporter tries out orthokeratology
Eyeball licking: actually not better than a poke in the eye
PlayStation 4 release date revealed?
Just Pop It In The Microwave and Charge! But Really, iPhone Owners should Know Better, Shouldn’t They?
Some McDonald’s customers in China are getting a little too close for comfort
Series of YouTube videos threaten attacks on commuters at Hakata Station on June 14
The avant-garde art of book stacking in stores of Japan
Chinese Photoshop Trolls Part 3: This Time It’s Personal
Chinese Photoshop Trolling Part 2: Now with 20% More Shirtless Men!
Ever wondered what Japanese prison food tastes like? Try it firsthand at the “Prison Cafeteria”
We Made Coca-Cola Transparent and Colorless. It Tastes Like…
Chinese Woman on Trial for Killing Man by Squeezing His Scrotum
Just Pop It In The Microwave and Charge! But Really, iPhone Owners should Know Better, Shouldn’t They?
Mom makes authentic-looking Recon Corps uniform for baby daughter, Colossal Titan mask for herself
The avant-garde art of book stacking in stores of Japan
Japan second worst in G8 for employee satisfaction
Krispy Kreme Japan to release limited edition Matcha Azuki Doughnut sandwich
Japan Rail searching for couple to get married on Yamanote Line train
Add interest to your homemade dishes with the help of this ‘vegetable pencil sharpener’
Tokyo’s Top 14 Weird Theme Bars
Male to Female in 14 Months! Series of Photos Document Transgender Girl’s Amazing Transformation
Cute and smart — what more could you ask for in a gal? Except this girl’s not human
Philip Kendall
Steven Simonitch
Master Blaster
Kay
Michelle Lynn Dinh
Jessica Ocheltree
Japanese island to become real-life Game of Life for the summer