Food
The Soba Big Three: Enjoy These Regional Variations on Your Next Japan Trip
There are more types of soba in Japan than you can shake a stick at - but these three regional styles capture…
Articles by Jay Allen
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Food
Travel
Cautions Against “Bullet Climbing” as Mt. Fuji Season Starts
Mt. Fuji climbing season is about to start - and officials are warning against the dangers of "bullet climbing".
Women
New 2023 Gender Gap Report Shows Women’s Progress Slipping in Japan
The latest Gender Gap report from the World Economic Forum shows Japan sliding even further in its support for gender equality.
Travel
Kyoto Buddhist Temple Warns of New Photography Scam
A famous Buddhist temple in Kyoto is once again drawing visitors - as well as scammers looking to profit off of them.
Culture
Does Japan Only Punish Female Celebrities for Affairs?
After news of her affair broke, actress Hirosue Ryoko became jobless overnight. Is it indicative of a sexist double standard in Japan?
Business and Economy
Japanese Company Lets Workers Set Hours, Profits Soar
A Japanese t-shirt company and its unusual CEO are doing business differently - and the employees seem to dig it.
Travel
Japan Rail Companies Limit Train Passes Due to Chip Shortage
JR East and the PASMO Corporation have started limiting the sale of new transit cards. What does this mean for your trip…
Business and Economy
Sushi Chain Demands Kid Pay Up for “Sushi Terrorism” Stunt
In the wake of a wave of "sushi terrorism" earlier this year, conveyor belt chain Sushiro is suing a high school-age kid…