Pre-school Paddy Wagon

Most pre-schools in Japan use these mini-paddy wagons to transport toddlers to and from the park.

Panty Bag

Awashima jinja in Wakayama attracts many female visitors who come to pray for safe childbirths, pregnancies, and cures for feminine troubles. This votive plaque says, “I wish for a healthy baby. I hope the baby will be born as soon as possible.”

Chiemi Jones

Lead singer Chiemi Jones of an alternative group called Chiemi Jones Band (Japanese only). Click here for a page with some music samples (click on the ‘MP3′ links to listen.