History
441 Years Since Honnō-ji: The Downfall of Oda Nobunaga
What happened on the fateful night of June 21st, 1582, that caused one of Oda Nobunaga's faithful retainers to turn on him?
Articles by Nyri Bakkalian
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History
Business and Economy
American-Sized Monster Energy Finally Arrives in Japan
Move over, small puny can. After years of successful sales in Japan, Monster Energy will - finally - be available in its…
LGBTQ
This Shinto Shrine in Hyogo, Japan Openly Welcomes LGBTQ Couples
Japan's Central Shrine Administration has taken an aggressively anti-LGBTQ stance. But some Shinto shrines are bucking the prejudice.
Entertainment
Kimura Hana’s Mother Criticizes Oshi no Ko for Using Daughter’s Story
An episode of the popular anime Oshi no Ko dealt with cyberbullying - but for Kimura Hana's mother, it hit too close…
LGBTQ
Lesbian Couple in Japan Faces Discrimination in Maternity Care
A lesbian couple in Tokyo says two different hospitals refused them maternity services, forcing them to scramble to find appropriate care.
Politics
Uzbek-born Politician Aims to Change Japan from Setagaya
Orzugul Babakhodjaeva, an immigrant to Japan from Uzbekistan, just won election in Tokyo's Setagawa Ward on a platform of inclusion.
Culture
Tsubaki Shrine of America Closing Abruptly, Stunning US Shinto Community
Tsubaki Grand Shrine, a vital location for many US Shinto practitioners, is closing with little notice or fanfare.
Politics
With 420 Votes, Japan Hemp Party Candidate is Smoked Out
A crusader for legalized marijuana in Japan lost his bid for election in Fujisawa City - but he did it in the…