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Setsubun: Japan’s Demon-Expelling Festival for Kids of All Ages
January 31, 2026
Culture
Demons out, luck in! How the festival of Setsubun evolved into a tradition enjoyed by kids across Japan every year.
[Insider] Shinjuku Station: How to Navigate It Like a Pro
January 28, 2026
Insider
It's rated as Tokyo's most confusing train station for a reason. But it's easy to get around once you know a few simple rules.
Rural Men in Japan Are Quitting Their Jobs to Be With Their Partners
January 26, 2026
Culture
It's traditionally been expected that women in Japan will sacrifice their careers for their husbands. That might be changing.
More Restaurants in Japan Enforce Customer Restrictions Based on Age, Gender
January 25, 2026
Food
No old people. No young people. No babies allowed. Here's why restaurants in Japan are increasingly setting rules on who can walk in the door.
Check Out These Four Unique Japan Cultural Experiences in Early 2026
January 22, 2026
Travel
Get away from the over-crowded tourist areas in Japan's cities this year and enjoy one of these unique cultural experiences.
Japan’s New Guidelines for Women’s Toilets Have Men Online Hopping Mad
January 21, 2026
Women
The country will recommend buildings provide more facilities for women than men, bringing Japan closer to international standards.
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