Thursday, August 14

Don't Mistake!


People often wonder why the Japanese use so much English on their clothing and packaging. Adding to the confusion is the tendency to use English that is flat-out incorrect. But there is a purpose, and that purpose is fashion. Simply put, English is a trend. English is cool. Much like some people wear Chinese characters on their shirts or their skin, the Japanese like to have some English hanging around.

But enough information. That first photo up there is of a bag from the kura-no-suke store. Cool place, and thanks for the kind wishes!

      

These are signs from a bathroom at the restaurant "CAFE MOTHER" (oh that place is such an Engrish goldmine!)

This chair promises a lot...and honestly I sat, and I was disappointed.

This is the first in a million part series.

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1 comment:

Micquilter said...

Reminds me of Lauren's "Lonly Driver Dave - Highway Star" shirt, always a hit when she wears it. P.S. Lonely is spelled wrong on the shirt, making it even more hilarious, and yes even I was able to tell it was misspelled!!