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Wanna see something different while in Japan? Get away from the crowds - head to Miyagi Prefecture and check out these top travel spots.
Japanese lingerie company Wacoal is experiencing significant backlash after unveiling a new transgender-friendly changing room policy. As a result, the company appears to be waffling on its support.
Someone murdered the man convicted of killing famous Japanese fortune teller Fujita Kototome. His sudden death and conflicting evidence have led many to wonder: did police get the right guy?
Is it education - or workplace harassment? In the first ever lawsuit of its kind, an apprentice rakugo performer has successfully sued his mentor over verbal and physical assault.
Shibuya's transparent toilet is designed to serve as a curious attraction. But it appears some men have found another use for it: harassing and assaulting women.
Street go-karts are Japan's most hated tourist attraction. Now, they're also drawing attention from the cops: police have charged a vendor in Ota after an unlicensed driver caused an accident.

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