Entertainment
Japanese Idol Fired After Alleged Boyfriend’s Picture Caught in Cup’s Reflection
The controversy renews the debate around the implied (and, sometimes, contractual) rule that idols don't deserve a personal life.
Articles by Jay Allen
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Sex & Nightlife
Maid Cafes vs. Con Cafes vs. Girls’ Bars: What They Are (and Whether You Can Go)
There are more kawaii cafes and bars in Japan than you can shake a stick at. Here's a guide to what each…
Insider
Men Think Japan’s First Female PM Will Address the Gender Gap. Women Aren’t So Sure
Japan has one of the worst gender gaps in the world. Polls show many don't think the country's first female prime minister…
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Why Japan’s “Resignation Services” May Be Breaking the Law
More young people in Japan are using resignation proxy services to quit. Some lawyers say that could be not only dangerous, but…
Travel
Tokyo’s Top 10 Drinking Neighborhoods – And Why Shibuya Doesn’t Make the Cut
Where do you go in Tokyo to grab some drinks and bond with friends? For many in the city, the answer is…
Sex & Nightlife
Tokyo Girls Bar Workers Allegedly Forced Woman Into Prostitution
A popular and well-respected girls bar in Ikebukuro was reportedly the scene of a horrific case of abuse and sexual slavery.
Travel
Why AI Translation Makes For An Awkward Japan Trip
More tourists report using AI translation - even though many admit it sucks. Here are better alternatives than talking through a machine.
Travel
Bunkitsu Tokyo: New, Sprawling Bookstore Cafe Is a Wonderland of Relaxation
The massive new bookstore, with over 100,000 books, offers three cafes where you can choose to hang out for an hour -…