Law & Crime
Young Woman in Hokkaido Gets 23 Years for Vicious Murder of 17-Year-Old
Konishi Yuka, who was 19 at the time of the crime, admitted to her role in the murder. The victim's family called…
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Law & Crime
Hokkaido Man Asks for Money at Konbini, Gets Arrested
The man wasn't drunk and didn't threaten anyone or brandish a weapon - his only crime appears to be being poor.
Society
Poll: Over Half of Married Japanese Women Wanted to Keep Their Maiden Names
Politicians are still duking out the merits of changing the Meiji-era law forcing joint spousal surnames.
Women
Ito Shiori’s Next Goal: Releasing BLACK BOX DIARIES in Japan
It's the first documentary by a Japanese director ever nominated for an Oscar - but it still hasn't screened in Japan.
Food
Noodle-Only Ramen: Japan’s New Hot Food Trend?
Does a big bowl of noodles sound tempting to you? With rising prices in Japan, some are viewing it as an economical…
Law & Crime
Japanese Boy Band Member KENSHIN Booted After Sexual Assault Arrest in Hong Kong
Stardust Promotions says it's dropped the rapper and dancer like a hot potato after his March 2nd arrest for attacking an interpreter.
Entertainment
Japan’s Prince Hisahito is an Otaku Who Loves Light Novels – Including Writing His Own
The Japanese prince, second in line to the throne, apparently has a hobby that'll endear him to many geeks both in Japan…
Travel
Japan Says Tourists Getting Japanese Driver’s Licenses is Fine, Actually
The government's official response to a request to close a license exchange loophole is, "don't worry about it."