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Religion in Japan: A Complex and Intricate Affair
Why, in a country littered with shrines and temples, does the majority of the population claim to practice no religion?
Articles by Jay Allen
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Entertainment
Retiring Amuro Namie to Japanese Press: Back Off My Family
The retirement of Amuro Namie has given us proof that, no matter how "polite" your culture is, the press are pretty much…
Society
Japanese Business Experts Decry Japan’s “Customer is God” Mentality
Japan's customer service is world famous, but some Japanese commentators wonder whether the country has gone too far.
Entertainment
Let’s Hail the Calm and Collected Sportsmanship of Osaka Naomi (大坂なおみ)
In the controversy surrounding the US Open match, let's focus on the positive and laud Osaka Naomi's talent, tact, and sportsmanship.
Social Media
After the Storm: Japanese Social Media Captures Pictures from Typhoon 21 (“Jebi”)
From toppled trucks to dumpsters and vending machines "driving" down streets, Japanese social media users captured some amazing footage of "Jebi", a.k.a.…
Business and Economy
Zero-Second Chicken Ramen?! How Instant Ramen’s Creator is Bringing Sexy Back to Its Products
How do you boost sales of an instant noodle product that's been around for 60 years? Nissin found a way.
Business and Economy
Is Disneyland Japan’s Latest “Black Industry”?
Disneyand Japan becomes the latest in a long line of Japanese companies accused of abusing employees.
Politics
Abe Says Next Election is His Last (But Is It?)
The scandal-plagued Abe Shinzou has somehow managed to survive four terms in office. Either way, the skilled politician says September's election will…