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Company in Japan Creates Real Samurai Armor for Dogs and Cats

By Jackson Chung June 2, 2017

Japan-based Samurai Age may not receive any military contracts, but they do get lots of orders for their handmade samurai armor for cats and dogs. Though the company offers a one-size-fits-all set, pet owners can also place a custom order for that fits like a glove. Want your pet to really stand out? They can also handcraft armor modeled after the legendary Japanese warriors, including the Sengoku hero Sanada Yukimura. Continue reading for more pictures and information, as well as a link to order your own set.

24K Solid Gold Darth Vader Mask is Not Wearable, Costs $1.4-Million

By Jackson Chung April 28, 2017

Are you a Star Wars fanatic with $1.4-million to spare? Then this solid 24K gold Darth Vader helmet might be just for you. Japanese jeweler Ginza Tanaka unveiled this golden helmet to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Star Wars franchise, and it weighs in at a hefty 33-pounds. Unfortunately, it’s not wearable, but on the bright side, this means you’ll be able to keep it in pristine condition.

Tetris-Inspired Pod Skyscraper in Tokyo Actually 3D-Prints Homes on Demand

By Jackson Chung April 16, 2017

The Tetris-inspired “Pod Skyscraper” is not your typical building, as residents can order a ready-to-use modular home created by 3D printers located on the top floor. Once ordered, a crane directly lowers it into place.

Ferrari Designer Creates World’s Most Luxurious Train, Called Shiki-Shima, Here’s a First Look Inside

By Jackson Chung March 31, 2017

Set to carry passengers in May, the ultra luxurious “Train Suite Shiki-Shima” was created by an automobile designer Ken Kiyoyuki Okuyama who has worked with Ferrari, Maserati, and Porsche. Featuring two-level suites, two panoramic observation cars, split-level dining car, a shared lounge, and seventeen guest suites. Yes, there’s also a team of fine dining chefs that are experts in Japanese / French cuisines as well as pastries. Continue reading for another video, more pictures and information. Click here for a few bonus images.

Japanese Artist Creates Mind-Boggling Food Carvings That Haven’t Been Photoshopped

By Jackson Chung March 6, 2017

Photo credit: Gaku via Bored Panda

Japanese artist “Gaku” is a master of creating miniature sculptures, but with food. He started posting his masterpieces on Instagram approximately 8-months ago, and already has 15,900 followers. These sculptures fall under the Japanese art of “mukimono,” which translates to “stripped product”. As we all know, these raw foods tend to oxidize quite fast, so Gaku completes his works in just a few hours, and eats them shortly after. Click here to view the first image in this week’s geek life gallery. Continue reading for a viral video of a daredevil skiing with a jetpack at 75mph.

Forpheus Ping Pong Robot Sets New World Record Using Artificial Intelligence

By Jackson Chung March 1, 2017

Guinness World Records has recognized Forpheus as the “first robot table tennis tutor”. The machine, which holds a ping pong paddle, can not only play against a human, but teach them as well. How? It taps artificial intelligence to determine the ability of its opponent, while using two vision sensors to keep a robotic eye on the ball, as well as a movement sensor that focuses on the human player’s movement. Cameras located over the table keep track of the ball’s position at a staggering rate of 80-times per second.Continue reading for another video and more information.

Liberty Walk Transforms McLaren 650S Into a Mini P1 GTR with Ultra Wide Body Kit

By Jackson Chung January 26, 2017

Always wanted a McLaren P1 GTR, but only have a 650S? If so, then Liberty Walk has just the body kit for you. Featuring a custom front splitter, extended side skirts, a new rear bumper, forged 3SDM black spoke wheels, and a custom diffuser. Expect to shell out upwards of $30,000 for everything, including a new matching paint job as well as the chrome lipped wheels. Click here to view the first image in today’s viral picture gallery. Continue reading for the five most popular viral videos today, including one of movie special effects that you won’t believe are not computer generated.

Translucent House in Japan Might be Coolest and Strangest Yet

By Jackson Chung January 9, 2017

Located in Hiroshima, Japan, the House in Tousuienn boasts an open plan design covered in translucent polycarbonate that enables natural light to fill every corner. While not very large, the translucency makes it feels lighter while also allowing sunshine to permeate the interior. It spans three levels built within an area of 740 square foot. Continue reading for more pictures and information.

How Rogue One and Other Star Wars Characters Would Look in Japanese Anime

By Jackson Chung December 19, 2016

Photo credit: Noho Frog

Twitter user “nohofrog” reimagines Jyn Erso, K-2SO and Cassian Andor from Star Wars: Rogue One in a Ghibli-style anime. Since Disney owns the rights to Star Wars, this idea may not be too far fetched, and we could see full-length anime features in the near future, either of the current characters or several from the other series, like Force Awakens. Continue reading to see more. Click here for a few bonus images.

Spherical “Death Star” Cloud Spotted in Japan, Confuses Residents

By Jackson Chung December 10, 2016

Photo credit: RocketNews via Bored Panda

A Twitter user from Fujisawa, Japan who goes by However, Poppy (@pmxpvrtmx) managed to capture a spherical cloud, nicknamed “Death Star”, hovering above Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. “When I looked out of the car window I saw a round ball-shaped cloud. I gazed at the cloud for a while then I rushed to take the photo. When I saw the cloud it was an even more spherical shape, so I regret not taking the photo more quickly,” said Poppy. Continue reading for more pictures.