Lots of vending machines...selling lots of things: Vending machines are abundant in Japan. And by abundant, we mean there are over four million of them in the country.
Washlet toilets: These smart toilets, or washlets, are very popular in Japan.
Free tissues: Don't be surprised if someone hands you free tissues on the street.
Passenger pushers: So you think your average peak-time commuter train is packed? Think again.
Limited edition Kit Kats: Only in Japan can you find such an array of Kit Kat flavors, including matcha, wasabi, and even sake.
Blue traffic lights: When traffic lights were introduced in Japan, the green light had a blueish tinge, and many people started to simply refer to it as blue.
You can stay at a capsule hotel: Capsule hotels, aka pod hotels, are Japan's answer to a growing population and soaring prices in busy cities.
Yuru-kyara: Yuru-kyara are essentially mascots. The Japanese love them, and use them all the time to promote all sorts of things, from cities to events and products.
Quirky and utterly expensive fruits: The market for luxury high-end fruit in Japan moves a lot of money.
Quirky and utterly expensive fruits: Examples include Densuke watermelon and Ruby Roman grapes, both of which can set you back quite a few hundred dollars.