As you read this list, keep in mind that “strange” is not necessarily a bad thing. Rather, it simply means that it’s something most of us (westerners that is) are not exposed to such practices, devices, etc on a consistent basis. In fact, some of the “strange” things on this list are actually pretty cool! However, there may be one or two items that may make some of you raise an eyebrow…or two. These are 25 reasons that Japan is one of the strangest and most interesting places in the world.