8 Wonderful Things Japanese Have Given to the World
5. Obi belts
Obi belts were worn by ancient Japanese women, but they are now used as fashion statements atop a gown or a loose long top. It accentuates the figure, especially for women who have small waists.
6. Horror movie genre
Almost all popular horror movies that Hollywood has made, such as The Grudge, The Ring, One Missed Call, etc., have been adapted from Japanese horror movies. This country single-handedly reinvented the horror genre and made it even more interesting and creepier.
7. Sumo wrestling
The craziness of sumo wrestling made people sit up and enjoy this sport. While most sports demand an athletic and fit body, the wrestlers here weigh well above 450 pounds and that’s what makes people curious about this wrestling form.
8. Hello Kitty
Last but not the least, the sweet white bobtail cat with a red bow at the side of her head, Hello Kitty, is a product of Japanese company, Sanrio. It is one of the most popular logos and cartoon series that children associate with and can be called on par or even more attractive than Barbie or G.I. Joe.
