Ah, the holiday season. Sweater weather, Yule logs, the constant suspense over whether or not one of your well-meaning relatives is going to get you yet another pair of socks. Although we in the US have a pretty good idea of what any given Christmas looks like, interpretations vary internationally. You likely already knew about Japan's fixation on KFC around Christmastime—but what about the fried caterpillar dinner in South Africa, or going to Christmass mass on roller skates in Caracas? If that tickles your fancy, check out this list of regional Christmas customs that may just make you reconsider your own.
International Christmas traditions
KFC in Japan, at Christmas. Quality Stock Arts / Shutterstock
Interviewing Shibuya strangers for the best of Japan
Is it just me, or are street interviewers enjoying a bit of a renaissance lately? There's something so fundamentally intriguing about being able to peer into a stranger's inner world… READ THE REST
A fascinating look at the Nambu-tekki cast iron process
When I hear the words "cast iron," I typically think about frying pans, and how I know I'm supposed to season them but never quite do it right. I've certainly… READ THE REST
Person arrested for squashing a sweet bun in convenience store
Police arrested a woman for allegedly squishing a sweet bun for sale at a Fukuoka, Japan convenience store. "I only pressed it lightly in my hand to check the firmness… READ THE REST
We made it! A robot can now write your autobiography
TL;DR: Create your own digital autobiography with this one-year subscription to Autobiographer, now just $69 (reg. $199), the best price on the web. Have you ever had one of those… READ THE REST
See everything. Judge everyone. Answer no one with the Ring Doorbell.
TL;DR: Get the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus for $119.99 (reg. $149) and take total control of your doorstep. Gone are the days when people enjoyed answering the door when the doorbell rang. This… READ THE REST
Waiting for a reason to get a Costco membership? This one comes with $45 to spend
TL;DR: Get a 1-Year Costco Gold Star Membership and $45 to spend for just $65. Where do you go for groceries? How about to pick up meds? Get gas? What about clothes shopping?… READ THE REST
