Thanks to advancements in technology, the first 150-gigapixel photo of Tokyo, taken from the roof of Tokyo Tower’s lower observatory, has successfully been captured. It measures 600,000 pixels wide – the maximum size of an image in Photoshop is 300,000 pixels in any dimension – which means it’s never existed as a single file. Continue reading to see the zoomable, interactive image.
Capcom partnered with Universal Studios Japan to create an ultra-realistic Resident Evil experience that gamers will definitely remember. Instead of an attraction where guests sit through, you’ll receive a limited supply of ammo and a gun to use on an onslaught of zombies. Continue reading for a video, more pictures, and additional information.
Tired of spending hours perfecting your goatee? If so, then the Goatee Saver is definitely the beauty gadget you’ve been looking for. It’s basically a shaving template that allows you to trim quickly and accurately, without the frustration. Continue reading to see more crazy and bizarre, yet real, beauty gadgets / accessories.
It’s not everyday that you see people wearing costumes on the subway, much less ones who also opt for a mask. That is just one of the many strange things that you will probably only see in Japan – others include, black soft serve ice cream, a full-body umbrella, and more. Continue reading to see them all.
Limited to just 10-units and priced at $181000USD, the BMW M5 Nighthawk Edition is exclusive to Japan and looks to be designed specifically for Bruce Wayne. In addition to the sleek two-tone interior, elegantly appointed with Merino leather seats, carbon fiber trim and an individually-numbed badge, it also boasts the Competition Package, which adds a sports exhaust system and dedicated settings for the suspension, steering and M Dynamic Mode. Continue reading for more pictures and additional information.
Pocky was first sold in 1966, and consists of chocolate-coated biscuit sticks. It was named after the Japanese onomatopoetic word pokkin. Now Glico Japan has partnered with Lucasfilm and unveiled a new Giant 8″ Lightsaber Pocky, which come in three unique flavors – Yoda, Darth Vader and Luke Skywalker. Continue reading for a video and more information.
At $123,000 USD, the Power Jacket MK3 exoskeleton turns you into a real-life mech robot that mimics your every move. This suit weighs just 25 kg (55 lb) and utilizes “a master-slave system where your arms and legs are strapped to motorized joints that, when moved, drive the motion of the suit’s corresponding limbs.” Continue reading for a video, more pictures, and additional information.
When are pieces of sushi, not just a delicacy that you enjoy at a nice restaurant? When the pieces are transformed into a food tank of sorts. For those interested in trying one, head out to Kurisakiya in Oarai, Ibaraki, Japan. Click here to view the first image in this week’s WINS gallery. Continue reading for a video of the real-life Peter Griffin who showed up at NY Comic Con 2013.
Technically speaking, latte art is a method of preparing coffee created by pouring steamed milk into a shot of espresso and resulting in a pattern or design on the surface of the resulting latte. It can also be created or embellished by simply “drawing” in the top layer of foam. Continue reading for twenty amazing examples, along with a few bonus ones.
File this under: creative iPhone cases. Though slightly strange and very impractical, this hand iPhone case is designed to give you a hand, or make it feel as if you’re holding one. Click here to view the first image in today’s viral picture gallery. Continue reading for a video of crazy combat robots.