We've noticed something while shopping around Tokyo. There seems to be a bit of a penchant for putting English slogans and labeling on Japanese products, especially t-shirts. Now, if you happen across some of this stuff in higher-end stores, you'd never think anything about it. It reads just like it would in America. However, if you're shopping in some of the more touristy or funky areas, the results of their translating efforts range from strange to downright hilarious. Take a look:
Pinch of salt?
My select to cookbook?
Wasabi salt
Crunchy? Chunky?
AKA a washcloth
And the winner for our favorite lost in translation item?
Japan is a court reporter's nightmare, lol!
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