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Miniature sculptures from Japan, often intricately carved, that were used as toggles for containers hanging from kimono sashes. Fourteenth-century examples woul…

“I just heard tickets go on sale today for the exhibit of fourteenth century Japanese netsuki figurines.”— Niles

American comedian, actor, and television personality (1916-1987), best known for his role as Ralph Kramden in The Honeymooners. Famous for his loud, physical co…

“He's like Jackie Gleason, only loud!”— Martin

A 1952 American musical comedy film starring Gene Kelly, widely regarded as one of the greatest films ever made. Referenced as a scene title when it starts rain…

“SINGING IN THE RAIN”— Niles

A luxury French delicacy made from the liver of a duck or goose that has been specially fattened. It is considered one of the finest foods in French cuisine.

“Would that have anything to do with the fact that you're feeding my imported foie gras to a dog?”— Frasier

A rich, savory paste typically made from a mixture of ground meat, liver, and fat, often used as a spread or appetizer in French cuisine.

“Come on, Eddie, you love paté. And this is the good stuff.”— Daphne

A famous trio from Gilbert and Sullivan's opera The Mikado, sung by the characters Yum-Yum, Peep-Bo, and Pitti-Sing.

“Three little maids from school are we, prim as a school girl well may be, filled to the brim with girlish glee, three little maids from school!”— Frasier

In Greek mythology, the Greeks used a large wooden horse to smuggle soldiers into Troy, leading to the city's fall. The Trojans were deceived into accepting it …

“Oh, what a nice wooden horse, of course I'll sign for it.”— Frasier

Harvard University, one of the oldest and most prestigious Ivy League universities in the United States, located in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

“I did not spend eight gruelling years at Harvard to be mocked by that juvenile jackass!”— Frasier

The University of Oxford, one of the world's oldest and most prestigious universities, located in Oxford, England.

“I was in an all-male version of "The Mikado" at Oxford.”— Frasier

Julius Erving (known as 'Dr. J') was a famous professional basketball player. Bulldog uses a version of his name as a fake identity for his prank call.

“Hello, this is Dr. Julius Irving. I'm calling for Dr. Niles Crane, his receptionist said he might be there.”— Bulldog

A practical joke device that produces a flatulence-like sound when sat upon. A classic novelty gag item.

“Anyone who can compose a clever ballad can certainly master the intricacies of the whoopee cushion!”— Frasier

A group of eight prestigious private universities in the northeastern United States, including Harvard, Yale, Princeton, and others.

“you come back at him in your droll, Ivy League, "look at me, I've got a thesaurus" kind of way!”— Kate

A comic opera by Gilbert and Sullivan, set in the fictional Japanese town of Titipu. First performed in 1885, it is one of the most popular works in the G&S can…

“Some of the boys here at the club have a little bet going about "The Mikado."”— Bulldog

A character in Gilbert and Sullivan's The Mikado, one of the 'three little maids from school' and the romantic lead soprano.

“I was in an all-male version of "The Mikado" at Oxford. People still ask to see my Yum-Yum.”— Frasier

A comic opera by Gilbert and Sullivan, first performed in 1878. Kate uses the name metaphorically ('the H.M.S Pinafore of embarrassment has sailed').

“I think the H.M.S Pinafore of embarrassment has sailed!”— Kate

A major city in Japan, historically the imperial capital and home to many cultural institutions and museums.

“I saw it in Kyoto.”— Kate

An iconic observation tower in Seattle, Washington, built for the 1962 World's Fair. A major Seattle landmark.

“do I need another picture of the Space Needle?”— Bulldog

A major commercial intersection and tourist destination in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, famous for its bright lights and electronic billboards.

“the phones were lit up like Times Square”— Kate

An American-style pale lager beer produced by Anheuser-Busch, one of the best-selling beers in the United States.

“Pop open a beer and prepare for a Budweiser geyser!”— Frasier

A fortified wine from the Jerez region of Spain, frequently consumed by Frasier and Niles as their drink of choice.

“When Niles gets here we'll have sherry and snausages!”— Frasier