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Report: Tokyo University Program Used “Tiananmen Square” Keyword to Block Chinese Admissions

The student-led paper for Tokyo University says a graduate program used an HTML trick to prevent mainland Chinese students from applying.

Japan’s Brilliant Fall Foliage: Top Five Viewing Places

Fall is (very slowly) arriving in Japan - and with it comes the changing of the leaves. Here are the best fall foliage viewing spots according to Japanese residents.

Japan’s Ramen Shops Are Shutting Down Faster Than Ever

Ramen shops have been struggling for years. But the combination of low prices and inflation is pushing more stores over the edge than ever.

Tourists Are Flocking to Japan – and Leaving Their Luggage

Tourists to Japan are leaving a lot behind - and in some cases, that includes their broken luggage. One hotel in Tokyo found a neat solution to the problem.

Welcome Suica App Will Make Japan Travel Easier

A new app from Japan Railways East set to debut next year will make it easier for tourists to get around before they even leave their homes.

“Learn Japanese”: Tokyo Izakaya Closes After Owner’s Social Media Outburst

A restaurant in Tokyo had to close temporarily after its owner ranted on social media about a non-Japanese couple who came to the store.

Will Japan Start a “Two-Tier” Charging System for Tourists?

With tourists flooding into Japan and taking advantage of the country's weak currency, some say it's time to jack up prices for visitors.

Is Anime REALLY Popular in Japan? Survey says…

Anime's popularity outside of Japan shows no signs of slowing. But how many people WITHIN Japan actually watch it?

The Disappearance of Meiji: Why it’s Hard to Find Tokyo’s Recent Past

In Tokyo, the recent past is often obscured beneath endless concrete. Take a journey through the city's history to discover why.

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