FOOD
Dagashi: Japan’s Colorful, Nostalgic, Tasty Treats
Learn about dagashi, a staple of the Japanese candy scene since the Edo era, and how to try it out even if…
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FOOD
ENTERTAINMENT
Review: Shin Kamen Rider is a Fun Step Down for “Shin” Series
Director Anno Hideaki is back again for his third live-action retelling of a classic Tokusatsu franchise. How does Shin Kamen Rider fare?
BUSINESS AND ECONOMY
Pop-Up Cafe That Supports Stutterers Makes Rounds in Japan
Learn about a new and unique popup cafe that aims to employ and advocate for people with speech impediments in Japan.
NEWS
School Segregates Black Japanese Student at Graduation Over Hair
A Black Japanese student said he just wanted to honor his roots with his hairstyle. He ended up not participating in his…
CULTURE
National Living Treasures: Japan’s Living Embodiments of Culture
How Japan's national living treasures preserve culture and the clever tactics - including Pokemon! - used to promote their work.
FOOD
Spam Onigiri: How Spam Migrated to Hawaii and Japan
How imperialism and war brought America's (in)famous pseudo-ham in a can to Hawaii, Okinawa, and - ultimately - all of Japan.
BUSINESS AND ECONOMY
New Pizza Hut Japan Offering is Sooo Much Coriander (LOL)
Do you like coriander? Do you like a LOT of coriander? If so, Pizza Hut Japan has a new pie just for…
SOCIETY
“Hidden Anpanman” Braille Blocks Draw Concern From Museum Visitors
A gimmicky use of Braille blocks at the Anpanman museums has some blind users concerned the facilities are elevating novelty over safety.