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Religion in Japan: A Complex and Intricate Affair

Why, in a country littered with shrines and temples, does the majority of the population claim to practice no religion?

CULTURE

Respect for the Aged Day: Its Origins and Celebration in Japan

What is Respect for the Aged Day? An overview of Japan's national holiday, including its origins and related cultural myths.

ENTERTAINMENT

Retiring Amuro Namie to Japanese Press: Back Off My Family

The retirement of Amuro Namie has given us proof that, no matter how "polite" your culture is, the press are pretty much…

ENTERTAINMENT

Remembering Sakura Momoko, The Creator of Chibi Maruko-chan

The life of the legendary cartoonist and essayist Sakura Momoko was one of juxtaposition between traditional and modern Japan. A look back…

SOCIETY

Japanese Business Experts Decry Japan’s “Customer is God” Mentality

Japan's customer service is world famous, but some Japanese commentators wonder whether the country has gone too far.

ENTERTAINMENT

Let’s Hail the Calm and Collected Sportsmanship of Osaka Naomi (大坂なおみ)

In the controversy surrounding the US Open match, let's focus on the positive and laud Osaka Naomi's talent, tact, and sportsmanship.

SOCIAL MEDIA

After the Storm: Japanese Social Media Captures Pictures from Typhoon 21 (“Jebi”)

From toppled trucks to dumpsters and vending machines "driving" down streets, Japanese social media users captured some amazing footage of "Jebi", a.k.a.…

BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

Zero-Second Chicken Ramen?! How Instant Ramen’s Creator is Bringing Sexy Back to Its Products

How do you boost sales of an instant noodle product that's been around for 60 years? Nissin found a way.