Day: March 24, 2021

A Quick Guide to Japan’s Best Ancient Pilgrimage Trails

In contrast to Japan's big cities, the country's ancient pilgrimage trails offer a radically different - and quieter - experience.

A lack of evidence and the quasi-official nature of nomikai led a court to rule against a company that tried to do the right thing.

One prominent journalist argues the youth market is slipping away. Others say they've heard this false cry before.

While such properties have long been stigmatized, attitudes may be changing as the cost of everything rises.

A Japanese nationalist started a fire in Shibuya Crossing and then fled the scene. Japan's right wing blamed the attack on...foreigners?

"Grocery tourism" is popular on TikTok. But Japan's ahead of the curve - its convenience stores are already popular tourist destinations.