valentine’s is now the 2nd biggest holiday in japan, after halloween, and involves a uniquely japanese twist – women are supposed to give chocolates to men. this was originally a chocolate manufacturer’s marketing brainstorm and eventually evolved to women in the office being obliged to give guys giri choko, “obligatory” chocolates. since every gift in japan involves a return gift, guys are supposed to reciprocate with chocolates for women on “white day,” march 14…
seanfear almost 2 years ago
uh if any break ups happen during this time then send them as donations – to Africa maybe
Charliegirl Premium Member almost 2 years ago
He looks a bit uncomfortable.
paullp Premium Member almost 2 years ago
Thanks for the alert!
Amanda El-Dweek creator almost 2 years ago
I get sad when the Christmas stuff leaves the stores. I don’t even care when it rolls up to stores in August.
Garey Mckee Premium Member almost 2 years ago
I was at TJ Maxx on Friday and they were working on Valentine’s Day displays.
Chris Sherlock almost 2 years ago
When Valentine’s Day comes. the stores will be hyping Easter (or whatever the next big holiday on the calendar is).
gopher gofer almost 2 years ago
valentine’s is now the 2nd biggest holiday in japan, after halloween, and involves a uniquely japanese twist – women are supposed to give chocolates to men. this was originally a chocolate manufacturer’s marketing brainstorm and eventually evolved to women in the office being obliged to give guys giri choko, “obligatory” chocolates. since every gift in japan involves a return gift, guys are supposed to reciprocate with chocolates for women on “white day,” march 14…
MuddyUSA Premium Member almost 2 years ago
An early bird…………..