BUSINESS AND ECONOMY
Disgraced Japanese Car Dealership CEO Apologizes for “Blasphemy” of…Golf?
The CEO of Japan's BigMotor got very angry at a press conference - not about the massive fraud his company committed, but…
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NEWS
Japanese Barbie Film Account Apologizes For “Barbenheimer” Meme
Around the world, the Barbenheimer meme has helped launch two Hollywood films into the stratosphere. In Japan, the meme isn't going over…
CULTURE
Licca-chan: The Doll That Spoiled Barbie’s Fame in Japan
Barbie is currently taking the world by storm. But in Japan, the popular doll has never been able to gain a foothold…
HISTORY
The Geisha Who Took Down a Prime Minister
In 1989, Uno Sōsuke burst onto the scene as the new prime minister of Japan. Only 69 days later, he'd resign -…
NEWS
Barbie’s First Wardrobe Was Made In Tokyo
The global hit film "Barbie" is making its way to Japan in a few scant weeks. But did you know that Barbie…
ENTERTAINMENT
New Suntory Commercial in Japan Featuring Engaged Dads Draws Praise
A new commercial from Suntory is drawing praise from social media for spotlighting the silent camaraderie between dads.
JAPANESE LANGUAGE
These Uncommon Kanji May Surprise You!
Japan maintains an "official" list of kanji. But some "unofficial" kanji are also in common use - and chances are you know…
LAW & CRIME
Lawyers Say World’s Oldest Death Row Inmate in Japan Was Framed
The person to ever sit the longest on death row - 55 years - is still alive in Japan. And attorneys say…