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Folks Can’t Get Enough Of The Adorable School Essentials That Kids In Japan Are Required To Have
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Folks Can’t Get Enough Of The Adorable School Essentials That Kids In Japan Are Required To Have

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Tech-savvy Japan is known for many things, from their samurai who were an integral part of feudalism to the famous Japanese snow monkeys. And thanks to anime, which has hooked the global audience, unique Japanese facts and traditions are drawing the attention of the whole world.

Another interesting aspect brought to light by TikToker Moriah was the fascinating essentials that kids need when they go back to school. Her video sharing the shopping went viral as people couldn’t help but adore the tiny things, and it garnered over 14 million views!

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TikTok mom shares the required school supplies for kids in a private Japanese school

Image credits: momentswithmoriah

It includes special uniforms for summer and winter with different hats, along with a tiny backpack

Image credits: momentswithmoriah

In today’s interesting story, we will check out the essentials that kids require in Japan. The original poster (OP) of the video had gone shopping to get all the supplies for her kid who was about to go back to school in Japan. And she says that everything cost around ¥65,000, which is approximately $420. 

The mom then goes on to show the most adorable uniforms, including the hats that kids wear, the main uniform, and the gym wear. She also shows the tiny school bags that the kids have to carry and the three pairs of shoes: indoor, outdoor, and traveling loafers.

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She also shows three different pairs of shoes: indoor, outdoor, and loafers for traveling

Image credits: momentswithmoriah

The internet simply melted after the mom show off the tiny things. Her haul also included other things, like a supply box for everything. It even had a pouch for the school to communicate things with the parents.

They also have a pianica that the kids are taught, in order to later have a performance to show the parents what they learned. The mom also says that everything has a tag and they have to put the son’s name on everything in Japanese.

Image credits: momentswithmoriah

There’s also a pianica and a supply box for everything, and she mentions that they have to put his name on each and every item

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The mom admitted that it was difficult when she did it three months ago, but while doing it again, she was excited to see how it would all be organized. 

And while people loved seeing all the tiny things, some were even concerned about the cost of it all. But the mom said that this is for a private school, and public schools have lesser things. She even clarified that there are government programs for people who can’t afford it.

A survey has revealed that as per Japanese people, “How much you spend determines how well a child does in school, so I’m prioritizing educational spending over saving for retirement.” If people are willing to pay, no wonder the schools demand so much.

Image credits: note thanun / Unsplash (not the actual photo)

Many people were also fascinated by the labels that Japanese parents had to put on every supply for the kids. As per an article from The Japan Times, the schools in Japan are very strict when it comes to labeling, and parents are expected to label everything right from the kids’ socks to their underwear. That’s definitely an interesting fact to know!

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Some even said that the whole process definitely looks and sounds difficult and exhausting. According to an information service on Japanese schools, Kotokoto, Japanese schools are difficult and even adults who grew up in Japan think so. Well, the mom mentions in the comments that once you get used to it, it’s not so bad.

Image credits: Kati Hoehl / Unsplash (not the actual photo)

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To be honest, when you step out of the world of samurai and anime, you realize that there’s definitely more to this country than meets the eye, and boy, is it intriguing! 

Are there any other interesting things that you know about Japan or any compelling anecdotes that you would like to share about the land of the rising sun? You know the drill, just scroll down and type away!

Netizens couldn’t handle the cuteness of the small things while some were even concerned about the cost of it all

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Image credits: RDNE Stock project / Pexels (not the actual photo)

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Denis Krotovas

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I am a Visual Editor at Bored Panda. While studying at Vilnius Tech University, I learned how to use Photoshop and decided to continue mastering it at Bored Panda. I am interested in learning UI/UX design and creating unique designs for apps, games and websites. On my spare time, I enjoy playing video and board games, watching TV shows and movies and reading funny posts on the internet.

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Mimi La Souris
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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

One of my favorite memories from Japan was the schoolchildren I met on the street. they were walking holding each other by the hand in a single line on the sidewalk, it was so cute ! all those little yellow hats !

El Cucuy
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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes, the yellow hats! I saw a group of school children on a day trip to Osaka Castle. They all had their yellow hats on. Very cute.

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Kristal
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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In Japan: There aren't janitors (at least in the public schools), the kids clean and pass out their own lunches. - Despite being known as technologically advanced, Japan is still mostly a cash society. - Japan is more racist than most people think (particularly towards south asians). - When renting a place to live in Japan, one of the fees is a "gift" to the landlord, which usually equals one months rent. - If you plan on entering Japan with more than 1 months worth of medication, you need to fill out a special form. - Japan has fully eradicated rabies in their country and importing animals into Japan is a long process

Alexandra
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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've also seen it mentioned that the Japanese are very intolerant of overweight/obese people and will make fun of them.

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Cee Cee
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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Same for me educated in a public school ( aka private outside the UK) apart from the pianica. Everything labelled plus as a boarder also had to supply sĥeets and towels.

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Mimi La Souris
Community Member
2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

One of my favorite memories from Japan was the schoolchildren I met on the street. they were walking holding each other by the hand in a single line on the sidewalk, it was so cute ! all those little yellow hats !

El Cucuy
Community Member
2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes, the yellow hats! I saw a group of school children on a day trip to Osaka Castle. They all had their yellow hats on. Very cute.

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Kristal
Community Member
2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In Japan: There aren't janitors (at least in the public schools), the kids clean and pass out their own lunches. - Despite being known as technologically advanced, Japan is still mostly a cash society. - Japan is more racist than most people think (particularly towards south asians). - When renting a place to live in Japan, one of the fees is a "gift" to the landlord, which usually equals one months rent. - If you plan on entering Japan with more than 1 months worth of medication, you need to fill out a special form. - Japan has fully eradicated rabies in their country and importing animals into Japan is a long process

Alexandra
Community Member
2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've also seen it mentioned that the Japanese are very intolerant of overweight/obese people and will make fun of them.

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Cee Cee
Community Member
2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Same for me educated in a public school ( aka private outside the UK) apart from the pianica. Everything labelled plus as a boarder also had to supply sĥeets and towels.

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