Clean streets: The streets of Tokyo, Japan, have become cleaner ever since a character named Mangetsu Man decided to do a good deed. Dressed in a purple suit, Mangetsu Man wears a big yellow ball that has eyes, a nose and a mouth drawn onto it. He carries a broom and dustpan and keeps busy sweeping up the dust and dirt on the street in the Roppongi district of the city. And that’s not all, he has also been known to act out funny skits, as well as play basketball when the spirit moves him. Mangetsu Man even has his own website, where he says he wants to deliver love and happiness.

Guide dog duty: A guide dog name O’Neil came to the rescue of his two handlers during a training outing on the streets of San Rafael, California (US). The three were walking on a sidewalk when a car suddenly jumped the curb from the street and started careening down the sidewalk. In the nick of time, O’Neil pulled his human companions around a corner. Meanwhile, the car continued on its erratic journey before coming to rest on the side of a building. O’Neil’s handlers are quite sure that he’ll provide great services to a lucky owner someday!

Sitting on the clouds: An ancient castle on Mount Kojo in Asago, Hyogo Prefecture in Japan seems to sit on clouds every autumn morning between dawn and 8 a.m., when fog surrounds the area. Called Takeda Castle, historians believe it was built in 1443. Many tourists visit the castle in the fall to witness this illusion, as well as in the spring, when cherry blossoms adorn the grounds. To reach the castle, visitors have to hike for 40 minutes from the foot of the mountain. There is a charge to view the ruins and the money goes towards the castle’s preservation.

Simulated disaster: A restaurant in Spain called the Disaster Café, means business. Customers are treated not only to good food, but also to a simulated major earthquake. The good thing is that no one gets hurt, but a lot of drinks get spilled as the place starts to rattle and shake, with lights flickering and furniture jiggling. People love the experience, but to get in, it’s necessary to make reservations. The serving staff of the establishment wear uniforms that resemble construction site attire (such as hard hats) and there is also an alien theme that appeals to kids. It’s fun for everyone!