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TRAVEL

Unscrupulous Shops in Japan Target Tourists As Yen Weakens

The weak yen has made it more attractive than ever to travel to Japan - but some restaurants and stores are taking…

TRAVEL

From Ninja to Ramen: Top 10 Places to Visit in Kyoto

A recent survey asked tourists to Kyoto about their favorite spots. Here are their top five - along with five recommendations from…

JAPANESE LANGUAGE

Advanced Japanese Reading Practice with Side-by-Side Readers

Want to read Japanese newspapers or essays? Preparing for JLPT N1? Here's how to level up your Japanese game with side-by-side readers.

SOCIETY

Learncation: The New Japanese Holiday Paradigm for Schoolchildren

Studying on vacation? Learn how one prefecture in Japan is giving kids more time with their parents - but only if they…

BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

Japan’s Booming Death Business: ENDEX, The End Of Life Exhibition

Japan’s rising death rate is good business For ENDEX: The End Of Life Exhibition. We discover that it’s more than just Hello…

FOOD

Will Nissin’s New “Gaming Cup Noodle” Spur You to Victory?

Gamers: would you eat noodles with caffeine and niacin if it meant the difference between victory and defeat? Nissin is betting you…

FOOD

Nagashi Somen: How The Fun Tourist Activity Can Turn Dangerous

Nagashi-somen is a fun way to enjoy noodles in Japan. But the event nearly turned deadly for hundreds of people recently.

FOOD

Raw Eggs in Japan: Are They Safe to Eat?

A number of Japanese dishes involve eating raw eggs. Is that safe? Experts tell us why you're unlikely to contract salmonella in…