History
Iboshi Hokuto: The Legacy of the Ainu Poet-Activist
Spurred by colonialist propaganda that called his people "a dying race," Iboshi Hokuto spent his short life in service to his belief…
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History
Culture
Will Ghost of Yōtei Tackle the History of Ainu Discrimination?
Ghost of Yotei, a standalone sequel to Ghost of Tsushima, is due for release next year. Will this game created to explore…
Women
Mibuchi Yoshiko: How Japan’s Trailblazing Female Lawyer Overcame Prejudice
Until 1933, women in Japan were forbidden from being lawyers. This is the story of how Mibuchi Yoshiko overcame the law -…
Travel
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…
Travel
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…
Business and Economy
Will Toyota Implement a Four-Day Work Week?
As workers continue to struggle with work/life balance, Toyota may become the latest Japanese company to implement a flexible work schedule.
Culture
New Silent Cafe in Osaka Employs Mostly Deaf Staff
A new cafe in Osaka that employs mostly deaf and hard-of-hearing staff builds on Japan's growing tradition of cafes that revel in…
Society
An Empress of Japan? New Poll Shows a Majority Support It
Will the next emperor of Japan be an empress? A new poll shows a clear majority support it - but there are…