Business and Economy

SOD Land, Kabukicho’s “Adult Theme Park”, Running Again After Police Shutdown

Last year, cops shut down a major adult video maker's Kabukicho bar. Now it's back - and its owner is grousing about how much it cost him.

Why Japan’s Ramen Restaurants Keep Going Out of Business

As prices of goods keep rising, ramen shops in Japan are going out of business at an increasing pace. Many blame the ramen "price wall."

Japan’s Technical Interns Could More Easily Switch Jobs Under New Proposal

Japan's technical interns, some of whom suffer horrible abuses from their employers, may soon find it easier to find a new job. Learn more about proposed legal changes - and the abuses technical interns currently face.

Japan Unveils Plans for New Digital Nomad Visa

Japan has released initial plans for its digital nomad visa. How does it compare to what other countries offer?

Uniqlo Rejuvenates Osaka Flagship Store with New Osaka-esque Designs

From t-shirts to gaudy toilet paper, UNIQLO says "ookini!" once again to Osaka with a new flagship store and locally inspired designs.

Cashless Payment in Japan: What’s Available & How to Use It

Wanna go cashless in Japan? You have options. Almost too many, in fact. Here's what's available - for both tourists and residents.

Tokyo Scores 3rd Highest On Global Power City Index

Tokyo is one of the world's great cities - something this year's Global Power City Index seems to back up.

How This Remote Village of Japanese Fishers Got Rich

Not all of Japan's wealthy residents live in cities. Learn how a small Hokkaido village of 2,700 found itself swell with cash.

English Language School Gaba in Japan Fines Teachers for Cancelling Lessons

Charged for missing work for emergencies? An internal memo to that effect from Japan-based English school chain Gaba went viral. UJ investigates the reality behind the controversial policy.

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