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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Osaka Shoe Kick” is a common card of the Memes World series 73, number 21723 of the collection, and the 120th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Osaka Shoe Kick” meme mean?
This meme captures the essence of random, chaotic humor. The original scene involves a childish weather prediction that goes wrong when the shoe hits a moving vehicle. Users employ it to illustrate unexpected failures or to inject surreal nonsense into everyday contexts. The primary emotion is amusement derived from the sheer illogical nature of the event.
Where does the “Osaka Shoe Kick” meme come from?
The scene originates from the Japanese anime *Azumanga Daioh*, specifically episode six. It features Ayumu Kasuga, nicknamed Osaka, using a traditional Japanese method of predicting weather by observing where a dropped shoe lands. In the show, instead of hitting the ground, the shoe strikes a truck driving away quickly. The meme emerged on the platform YTMND in June 2005. This date marks the creation of the first interactive page using this video clip. Although the original creator’s identity remains unknown, this post sparked its virality. Remixes and variations began appearing on YouTube the following year, expanding the format's popularity beyond the initial YTMND community.
How to use the “Osaka Shoe Kick” meme
- Insert the sequence into a gameplay video to highlight a sudden, ridiculous failure.
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The “Osaka Shoe Kick” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21723 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 73 |
| Fame | 65/100 · #120 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Osaka Shoe Kick” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Osaka Shoe Kick comes out of the Memes World series 73 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
Where does the osaka shoe kick meme come from?
It comes from the anime *Azumanga Daioh*, episode 6. The original scene shows Osaka throwing her shoe to predict the weather, but it lands on a truck.
What does osaka shoe kick mean?
It refers to a humorous twist where the shoe's fall causes surprising chaos. The meme plays on absurdity and devastating randomness.
Who is osaka azumanga daioh?
Osaka is the nickname of Ayumu Kasuga, a main character in the anime. She is known for her deadpan demeanor and quirky remarks.
How do I get the Osaka Shoe Kick meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Osaka Shoe Kick” is a common card of the Memes World series 73. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Osaka Shoe Kick card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Ayumu Kasuga | Azumanga Daioh Wiki - Fandom · Ayumu Kasuga (Osaka) - Know Your Meme · Azumanga Daioh · checked on October 15, 2026.
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