YES WE CAN.

Sales man(everything translated from the Japanese except YES WE CAN): Why don't you come in? YES WE CAN! I designed these t-shirts. Yes we CAN! Aren't they nice? There's a pink and white one. Maybe the lady needs a cute new bag? Over here! Yes we can! Dickies brand, it's popular in the US right? Yes we can!"

Could you please tell me the way to the baby store?

There was also one that said something like "SHEAR GLOSSY LIP it takes one to know one" And many others.

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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