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Ramune

Ramune is a Japanese carbonated soft drink. It was introduced in 1884 in Kobe by the British pharmacist Alexander Cameron Sim. Ramune is available in a Codd-neck bottle, a heavy glass bottle whose mouth is sealed by a round marble (instead of a cap) due to the pressure of the carbonated contents. In 1884, Sim introduced this carbonated beverage based on lemonade to the Kobe foreign settlement. This drink, sold in the distinctive Codd-neck bottle, soon became very popular with the local Japanese after it was advertised in the Tokyo Mainichi Newspaper as a preventative for cholera. The drink remains a popular soft drink, sold worldwide, under the name of ramune. Although the Codd-neck bottle was once commonly used for carbonated drinks, today Ramune, along with Banta, is one of its very few users. People trying Ramune for the first time sometimes find it difficult to drink, as it takes practice to learn to stop the marble from blocking the flow.

Ferdinand Cheval

Ferdinand Cheval was a French postman who gained renown for constructing an extraordinary structure known as the "Palais idéal" (Ideal Palace) in Hauterives, France. The inspiration for Cheval's masterpiece came in 1879 when he stumbled upon an oddly shaped stone while delivering mail on his route. Intrigued by its unique form, Cheval began collecting stones during his daily rounds, gradually amassing a vast collection of rocks, pebbles, and shells. Over the course of 33 years, he meticulously crafted the Palais idéal using these found materials, working tirelessly during his spare time to bring his vision to life. Cheval's architectural creation is a whimsical and fantastical structure characterized by its eclectic blend of architectural styles, incorporating elements of Gothic, Islamic, Hindu, and other influences.

Dong Tao chicken

Dong Tao chicken is a rare Vietnamese chicken breed with enlarged feet, that originates from the village Đông Tảo in Khoái Châu District near Hanoi. Dong Tao chickens are valued as a delicacy in Vietnam, and they were once bred exclusively to be served to the royal family and mandarins. They are difficult to breed as their large legs make hatching difficult, and they are also sensitive to changes in temperature. Hens often break the eggs with their bulky legs, so eggs are usually kept in an incubator.

Snow goggles

Inuit snow goggles, also known as "Iggaak" or "Ivigarlik," are traditional eyewear used by the indigenous Inuit people of the Arctic regions, including Alaska, Canada, Greenland, and Siberia. These goggles are ingeniously designed to protect the eyes from snow blindness, a condition caused by the intense glare of sunlight reflecting off snow and ice. The construction of Inuit snow goggles typically involves a narrow horizontal slit or groove carved into a single piece of bone, wood, or other translucent material, such as walrus ivory or caribou antler.

Frederik IX of Denmark

Frederik IX of Denmark was the King of Denmark from 1947 until his death in 1972. As king, Frederik IX was known for his informal and approachable demeanor, earning him the nickname "the people's king." He was beloved by the Danish public for his down-to-earth personality and willingness to engage with ordinary citizens. In addition to his role as monarch, Frederik IX was an accomplished musician and conductor, known for his love of jazz and classical music. He often performed as a jazz pianist and was a patron of the arts, supporting Danish musicians and composers throughout his reign.

Daisugi

Literally translating to platform cedar, daisugi is a 14th- or 15th-century technique that offers an efficient, sustainable, and visually stunning approach to forestry. The method originated in Kyoto and involves pruning the branches of Kitayama cedar so that the remaining shoots grow straight upward from a platform. Rather than harvesting the entire tree for lumber, loggers can fell just the upper portions, leaving the base and root structure intact. Although daisugi mostly is used in gardens or bonsai today, it originally was developed to combat a seedling shortage when the demand for taruki, a type of impeccably straight and knot-free lumber, was high.