Miniature dogs are popular in Japan. Either real or not, this picture depicts it!

Via Tokyo Times

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This video of a Japanese cat diving into a cardboard box has over 1.4 million views on YouTube!

It’s bizarre what becomes so popular on the net, but then again, why do I post this here?!

Via TokyoMango

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Here are some amazingly detailed video game costumes I’ve seen on the net so far! Some cosplay works are ok, but some of these below are really elaborate.

The non-East-Asian cosplayers also look good for once and they’ve chosen characters that work with the way they look already.

Fancy seeing some more? Check out Slobs of Gaming…

Technorati Tags: cosplay, cosplayers, costumes, entertainment, fashion, video game costumes

In-Cha, a 12 year old Taiwanese South African seems to be the next big thing after Vanessa Mae. She’s a violin playing musician who’s blending her work with a bit of hip hop and R n’ B.

In-Cha started playing the piano at the age of 4, but fell in love with the violin after going to a concert with her Mom at the age of 6. This resulted in her Mom securing private tuition lessons for her with the renowned Professor Vincenzo Lo Castro.

Not easy to impress, he instantly recognised her talent and potential as a violin soloist and thus In-Cha’s career in music began in earnest.

In-Cha is the youngest South African to pass her Grade 8 “Associated Board of Royal Schools of Music” classical violin examinations which she did with a distinction.

Find out more on In-Cha’s website

Thanks Elaine!

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Ninokuni is Studio Ghibli’s first major foray into the gaming world. I never watched one of their films wanting to be in it, but if you’re so inclined, this will be your chance..

Via TheAwesomer

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Planning on spoiling your kids this christmas? Don’t waste money on toys! Get them one of these useful and cute panda tees from the newly formed company Bunny & Eve.

There’s an exclusive OneInchPunch 10% discount if you quote the code 1INCHNOV08/10!! More details below.

Bunny & Eve is London’s freshest contemporary kids clothing brand. Founded by Malaysians Nelissa and Eve, the Bunny & Eve collection blends edgy London design with batik, a home-spun eastern influence, to create kids clothing loaded with personality and a sense of fun.

View more on the Bunny & Eve website

10% DISCOUNT DETAILS:

Bunny & Eve have only just started up, so at the moment, orders are placed via email. Simply contact mark@bunnyandeve.com including the product description, colour and size.

Get your order in quick if you want to get your goods in time for Christmas!

Technorati Tags: batik, Bunny & Eve, childrens clothes, cute panda tees, fashion, kids clothing, Malaysia

Here’s the new movie poster for the previously posted 2009 version of Astro Boy. Danny Choo compares it to the original one below..

Via DannyChoo

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A new ‘adult hotel‘ is opening in Nanning in southern China. Each of the rooms is furnished with a red bed with straps, an adult chair and a gym ball, as demonstrated by an employee.

Lots of customers have been attracted by the rooms but the owner is a little worried the hotel might be perceived as a brothel. Maybe its the bright colours, in which case the owner should sleep easy…

Via Lost At E Minor

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