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As Adult Age Lowers, Japan’s “Coming of Age” Ceremonies Rebrand

Japan's Coming of Age ceremonies are rebranding thanks to the age of adulthood changing this year from 20 to 18.

Terao Saho: Singer-songwriter-essayist floats between real and ethereal

In his newest entry in his "Untranslated" series, Eric Margolis talks with singer-songwriter-essayist Terao Saho to explore her differing approaches to writing and music.

Marie Kondo: My Cleaning Method is “Tidying Up the Past”

Don't call it "cleaning": Japanese cleanliness guru Marie Kondo says her "magic" method is more than just mere "tidying up".

Tokyo Tax Bureau Fires Worker Over Sex Work

A woman who worked for the Tokyo Tax Bureau resorted to sex work to fund her host club habit - and lost her job for it.

Japanese-Brazilian Woman Told “Go Back to Your Country” by Welfare Office

A woman was refused public assistance in the city of Anjo and told to "go home" despite being in desperate economic straits.

Will New Law Mean More Delivery Drones in Japan?

Japan has authorized a new tier of drone operations allowing for autonomous flight over residential areas. Here's why that's a game-changer.