Law & Crime
Trouble in TOKIO: Another Sexual Harassment Scandal Rocks Japanese TV
Following in the wake of the Nakai Masahiro scandal, another pop/TV star stands accused of multiple acts of harassment against staff.
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Social Media Celebrates Tobidashi Bōya Across Japan (Including a JoJo Version)
Born during Japan's "traffic war" of the 1950s and 1960s, "Tobita-kun" and all his variations remain an iconic roadside sight.
Insider
Why Hasn’t Japan’s Far Right Taken Over The Country?
Japan's far right has been left behind. Is this because of Japan's "unique culture"? Or is there something else going on?
Women
2025 Gender Gap Report Finds Japan Still at Bottom of G7
While Japan made progress in several areas, it took a huge step back in representation at the highest level of government.
Society
Japanese Man Gives Pile of Gold to City for Emergency Shelters
Some say the act was generous, but others question whether he should've established a trust rather than trust the city.
Insider
What Happened to “The Harajuku of the Plateau”?
It was the home to the father of American Football in Japan. Now, its downtown is largely abandoned. What happened?
LGBTQ
“Friendship Marriages” in Japan Give Sexual Minorities Shelter – But At What Cost?
Some sexual minorities in Japan are choosing to marry out of convenience. One expert calls it a "last resort" driven by societal…
Culture
Japanese Webcomics Group Restricts Sexually Explicit Online Ads After Uproar
As Japan debates whether to restrict sexually explicit ads shown to minors, a group of 11 webcomics companies responds to public pressure.