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The Myth of Japanese Indirectness and “Subtlety”

Stereotypes of Japan as a land of vague meaning and blunted expression are just straight up Orientalism that obscure a complex reality.

The creator of Japan's first Michelin-starred ramen bowl suddenly passed at age 43, leaving a culinary legacy - and Internet rumors.

Right-wingers constantly claim that foreigners are sucking Japan dry. But the reality is that few can get help even when they need it.

Have you heard of haskap? Meet the unique berry from Hokkaido in Japan that's been taking off in popularity.

On the eve of the event, polls show that most Japanese residents don't like Abe's pricey funeral - and that's hurting the current PM.

Ito Hiromi's The Thorn Puller tackles subjects like aging, death, and suffering while also illuminating the bittersweet joy of being alive.