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Survey: Tokyo World’s 3nd Best Foodie Capital
Is Tokyo a foodie's paradise? A new survey argues the city is one of the best capitals in the world for culinary experiences.
Mibuchi Yoshiko: How Japan’s Trailblazing Female Lawyer Overcame Prejudice
Until 1933, women in Japan were forbidden from becoming lawyers. How Mibuchi Yoshiko overcame both the law and her own family.
Has Shibuya Gotten Boring? Why Tokyo’s Youth Have Fled
It used to be a centerpiece of Tokyo's youth culture. Have tourism and old men conspired to make Shibuya dull?
“Impression Zombies” Are Making Japanese Social Media Worse
As X focuses on subscriptions, "impression zombies" from outside Japan are clogging Japanese posts in hopes of a pot of gold.
Tokyo Theater to Screen Japanese Films with English Subtitles
Only a few Japanese films are available to audiences who aren't fluent in the language. One theater chain is aiming to change that.
Art Aquarium Ginza & Other Unique Tokyo Attractions
Want to see something a little different while in Tokyo? Art Aquarium Museum Ginza and these two other attractions may just fit the bill.
In Kabukicho, Two Women Run Audacious Sex Scams
Their targets are different, but their methods match. Learn how two women in Kabukicho are fleecing desperate men - and getting away with it.
Why Are Japan’s Young People Fleeing The Country?
Weak yen, stagnant wages, and economic woes are creating a perfect storm, driving more Japanese youth to look for opportunities outside Japan.
New App Aims to Make Tokyo Train Travel Easier
Tokyo Metro has released a new app that it says will make it easier for tourists to navigate the city. How useful is it?
Japan Abandons “Marriage Relocation” Plan for City Women
Japan's government had what it thought was a brilliant idea: pay women to move to the countryside to get married. Too bad it was sexist.
As Japan Temps Rise, Are The Trains Too Damn Hot?
Japan's train companies keep some of their cars hotter than others. As climate change advances, more people ask: is that necessary?
Survey: Nearly 1 in 5 Japanese Women Hate Their Husbands
A recent survey of married women in Japan revealed that almost one in five can't stand their partner. Learn why.
These Japanese Potato Chips Hospitalized Kids – So I Tried Them
Japan isn't known for its spicy food. One snack company, however, has a product that's so spicy it made national headlines.
Homophobic Florida School District Bans Popular Boy’s Love Manga
A Florida school district bans a boy's love manga despite its lack of explicit scenes. You won't believe what they say should replace it.
Akiyama Toyohiro: The Japanese Astronaut Who Hated Space
In 1990, journalist Akiyama Toyohiro became the first Japanese astronaut in space. Too bad he had such a rough time of it.
Have South Korean Convenience Stores Eclipsed Japan’s Combini?
Korean convenience stores now outnumber Japanese ones per capita. But what’s behind their success, and what makes them different?
Poll: Increasing Support in Japan for Two-Tier Tourist Pricing
More spots in Japan are establishing two-tier pricing for inbound tourists - and more Japanese residents approve than ever before.
Are Foreign Tourists Eating All of Japan’s Rice?
Newspapers and TV reports are blaming inbound tourists for Japan's rice shortfalls. However, the numbers don't add up.
Why Popular Anime Tourism Spots Want Otaku to Move In
Would YOU move to your favorite anime? Why some locales in Japan want to convert anime tourism into a longer-term relationship.
Are Tokyo Subways Prepared for Floods?
With a vast network of subways and underground shopping malls, the threat of floods in Tokyo is serious. Here's how the city is preparing.
New Poll: Japan (Really) Wants Harris for US President
She's surging ahead in the polls in the US. But what do people in Japan think of Kamala Harris' presidential aspirations?
Why Japan’s Combini Eat-In Rules are Confusing
Everyone loves Japanese combini. Foreign tourists are enjoying their eat-in spaces too. However, eat-in rules can be confusing.
Visit Japan’s Six Most Enchanting Remote Islands
Need a break from the hustle and bustle? These six Japanese islands offer peace, quiet, and a chance to unwind amidst natural beauty.
Explore Japan’s Most Breathtaking Blue Water Spots
Want to see some spectacular nature spots in Japan? Try one of these bodies of water renowned for their natural blue beauty.
Beat Toyko’s Heat With These Hidden Underground Train Passages
Get around in Tokyo without leaving the cool confines of the train station - use these (sometimes hidden) underground passages.
Higher Tourist Taxes? Japan’s Travel Hot Spots Mull Increases
As some locales in Japan consider implementing a tourist tax, places such as Osaka are considering increasing - even doubling - them.
Japan’s Earthquake Info: Are Foreign Being Left in the Dark?
This month's earthquake reignited fears of a mega-quake hitting Japan soon. Is Japan doing enough to equip tourists and foreign residents?
Can You Buy a Samurai Sword in Japan? Yes, But…
Can you buy a sword in Japan? Yes, that part's relatively easy. The challenge is getting it OUT of the country.
Here Are Japan’s Top Scenic Nature Spots for Tourists
Want to get out of the city and see some natural beauty while in Japan? Here are what other tourists deem the country's top nature spots.
Japan’s Ramen Shops Are Shutting Down Faster Than Ever
Ramen shops have been struggling for years. But the combination of low prices and inflation is pushing more stores over the edge than ever.
Japanese Public Fumes as Politicians Caught Gaming, Napping
An elementary student who exposed a politician gaming is the latest Japanese citizen to catch elected officials sleeping or goofing off.
Why Japan’s Kids Just Aren’t That Into Drinking Water
Heatstroke season is upon us, and Japan is filled with hydration reminders. But it seems Japanese kids are turning their backs on water.
Why Did Hokkaido Police Party with a Murder Suspect?
A teenage girl in Hokkaido is dead because she took someone's picture. And now it seems local cops knew the suspect a little too well.
Japan’s Sado Mines Become New UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Sight
Looking for a new, unique travel destination in Japan? The Sado Mines in Niigata Prefecture are now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Brazil Apologizes for Discrimination Against Japanese-Brazilians
Brazil's government formally apologized for the deportation and imprisonment Japanese-Brazilians suffered during World War II.
Fukuoka Citizens Gripe That Night Garbage Collectors Are Taking Breaks
Fukuoka night garbage collectors are under fire for long breaks. But the real issue isn’t their breaks—it’s the labor shortage behind them.
Japan Train Molester Arrested After Climbing “Unclimbable” Fence
A groping incident on a Tokyo train involved a dramatic escape attempt. Sadly, too many other molestation cases in Japan end in silence.
Shinjuku Restaurant Serves Kimchi – But Not to Korean or Chinese People
A restaurant in Tokyo's Shinjuku proudly says it won't serve Korean or Chinese customers. Is that against Japanese law?
In Japan, It’s Not Just the Elderly Dying Alone
Japan is seeing a spike in people - even the young - dying alone in their homes. And authorities say they expect the problem to get worse.
Kuroyanagi Tetsuko: Japan’s Queen of TV Talent
An institution in Japan, Kuroyanagi Tetsuko has been on Japanese TV for as long as it's existed. But her beginnings were less promising.
Inside the Akutagawa Prize, Japan’s Biggest Literary Award
The Akutagawa Prize has made the career of many up-and-coming Japanese writers - but it's not without its controversies.
Bad Benches: Shinjuku Uses Hostile Architecture Against Street Drinking
Has hostile architecture come to Japan? Social media users decry the rise of benches that make sitting impossible.
The Boyfriend: Japan’s First Same-Sex Dating Reality Show’s A Global Hit
Critics worldwide are hailing Japan's The Boyfriend as great TV - and LGBTQ advocates say it's just the message that Japan needs right now.
Hokkaido Urges Businesses to Adopt Two-Tier Pricing for Travelers
Hokkaido joins the call for two-tier pricing for tourism in Japan, calling on businesses to give prefectural residents a discount.
Do These Summer Heat-Beating Japanese Products Actually Work?
Japan has a slew of products on shelves aimed at dealing with the intense summer heat. Are they worth it - and do they work?
Why Kyoto Tourists are Happily Paying $63 for Rice Bowls
Two-tier pricing is trending in Japan. Kyoto isn't immune, with some stores charging inbound travelers up to $63 for rice and fish.
Japanese Atomic Bomb Survivor Memorial Desecrated in Seattle
A statue of atomic bomb survivor Sasaki Sadako in Seattle was cut off at its feet in an apparent robbery for its precious metals.
$650 Watermelon?! The History of Luxury Fruit in Japan
Would you pay $20 for a bunch of grapes? Many people in Japan do. Here's more on the history and purpose behind luxury fruit.
Mt. Fuji Claims Four Victims as Hiking Season Starts
Four people have died this year already on Mt. Fuji, and more have needed rescuing. (And the victims don't appear to be foreign tourists.)
Toyoko Kids: The Dangers Faced by Japan’s Street Youth
How a lack of options leads the so-called "Toyoko Kids" to hang out in the streets of Kabukicho - and a look at the dangers they face there.