LGBTQ
In First, Gay Couple in Japan Wins Common Law Marriage Designation
For the first time in Japan, a local government recognized same-sex spouses on a residence certificate as acommon-law marriage. Now, it looks…
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Travel
Are Japan’s Transportation Cards at Risk of Going Extinct?
IC transportation cards are an easy way to get around Japan. But five companies in Kumamoto say they can no longer afford…
Entertainment
New Reports on Manga Author Ashihara Hinako’s Death Poorly Received
Authors and fans alike are criticizing reports from TV station NTV and publisher Shogakukan on the death of manga author Ashihara Hinako.…
Living in Japan
What Does Japan Think About Its Foreigner Population?
A survey released earlier this year reveals what Japanese citizens think about increased immigration - and shows a substantial split by age.
Entertainment
Japan Idol Who Went Viral Quitting Group Gets Best Revenge
Former Idol Onodela Popko made waves when she quit her group after just one week over bullying. What's she up to now?…
Politics
Renho’s Tokyo Gubernatorial Candidacy Inspires Excitement – and Racism
A popular Japanese politician with Taiwanese roots made waves when she announced her bid for the governor's office of Tokyo. The response…
News
As Prices Rise, Japan’s Ramen Shops Break “1000-Yen Wall”
It used to be common wisdom in Japan's restaurant industry that you couldn't sell ramen for over 1000 yen a bowl. That's…
Travel
Tourists are (Literally) Poking Holes in the Mt. Fuji Lawson Curtain
One town in Japan put up a giant curtain to deter overtourism at a famous Mt. Fuji tourist spot. But where there's…