PATREON
Japan’s Problem Isn’t Old Politicians
Mori Yoshiro's derogatory statements about women, some critics say, are reflective of much more systemic problems in Japan.
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PATREON
SOCIAL MEDIA
Japan Reacts to the Magnitude 7.1 Earthquake on Twitter
From the humorous to the reflective, people in Japan took to Twitter to share their experiences of this weekend's strong earthquake.
ENTERTAINMENT
Minna Kikeru: The New Home of Japan’s Independent Music Labels
How a new music movement born in the midst of the pandemic brings a fresh DIY spirit to Japan's music scene.
ENTERTAINMENT
Japanese TV Outside Japan: What Options are Available?
Want to watch something from Japan besides anime? Here are your best Japanese TV viewing options - and the pros and cons…
LGBTQ
Japan’s Buddhist World Slowly Opens Up to LGBT+ Citizens
Japan's conservative Buddhist community hasn't always been accepting of sexual minorities - but things are changing for the better.
LGBTQ
New Webcast Explores LGBT and Diversity Issues in Japan
Why a new Webcast that aims to educate people on gender issues without judgment is being hailed by some viewers as "revolutionary".
BUSINESS AND ECONOMY
Shrinkflation: The Truth Behind Japan’s Dwindling Konbini Serving Sizes
A viral Twitter post sparks a conversation about dwindling sizes at Japan's convenience stores - but the trend, sadly, is nothing new.
JAPANESE LANGUAGE
10 Useful Japanese Internet Slang Terms You Should Know
For Japanese learners, online Japanese can be befuddling. Here's a guide to the terms you likely won't learn from your textbooks.