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Licca-chan: The Doll That Spoiled Barbie’s Fame in Japan

Barbie is currently taking the world by storm. But in Japan, the popular doll has never been able to gain a foothold against Licca-chan.

The Geisha Who Took Down a Prime Minister

In 1989, Uno Sōsuke burst onto the scene as the new prime minister of Japan. Only 69 days later, he'd resign - and all because of a geisha named Nakanishi Mitsuko.

Barbie’s First Wardrobe Was Made In Tokyo

The global hit film "Barbie" is making its way to Japan in a few scant weeks. But did you know that Barbie has an early connection to Japan?

New Suntory Commercial in Japan Featuring Engaged Dads Draws Praise

A new commercial from Suntory is drawing praise from social media for spotlighting the silent camaraderie between dads.

These Uncommon Kanji May Surprise You!

Japan maintains an "official" list of kanji. But some "unofficial" kanji are also in common use - and chances are you know a few.

Lawyers Say World’s Oldest Death Row Inmate in Japan Was Framed

The person to ever sit the longest on death row - 55 years - is still alive in Japan. And attorneys say they can prove his innocence. We cover the evidence offered at a press conference by Hakamada Iwao's attorneys.