Today's "quiz" is sort of fake.... those familiar with Japan will be able to figure it out within a few seconds, while those who aren't won't get it at all. I'm putting it here just because those few seconds of trying to figure it out can be a bit eerie. That odd feeling is sort of fun, so I wanted to present this photo out of context to allow people to experience the "uh.............. okay, got it" feeling for themselves.

Looking at the Exif data may well provide a clue.... or maybe not.

I'm traveling back to Ohio today, so no time to show all 600 pictures I took yesterday, but here's one. What is it? (Looking at the "full exif & map" link gives a strong clue, so no guessing after having looked.)

The answer is given here.

Like the previous quiz, it's something practical, not ornamental.

Here's a hint: a correct answer names something practical, not ornamental.