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[Insider] Are Parasols in Asia Racist?

Parasols: Harmless way to avoid skin cancer and wrinkles - or a statement on how white supremacy has dominated Asia?

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[Insider] Can Sanseitō Actually Take Over Japan?

While the party doesn't (yet) have that kind of power, there are troubling signs that its impact could outweigh its small size.

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[Insider] Worldmate, Elon Musk’s Mom, and The Man All Over Japan’s Trains

Feeling lucky? We look at Fukami Tōshū, Worldmate, and the mysterious female prophet on whom the organization's teachings are based.

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[Insider] What Happened to Actress Tôno Nagiko?

A body was discovered at the actress' home recently. Why haven't the police been able to confirm that it's hers?

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[Insider] Is Japan’s Gateball a Gateway to Murder?

Japan's sport of gateball is increasingly unpopular. Is that because it leads to violence? The truth, it turns out, is more complicated.

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[Insider] Why Japan Isn’t Demonstrating Against Foreign Tourists (Yet)

In Spain, they're shooting tourists with water guns. Why aren't we seeing the same level of revolt against tourists in Japan?

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[Insider] Why Hasn’t Japan’s Far Right Taken Over The Country?

Japan's far right has been left behind. Is this because of Japan's "unique culture"? Or is there something else going on?

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[Insider] What Happened to “The Harajuku of the Plateau”?

It was the home to the father of American Football in Japan. Now, its downtown is largely abandoned. What happened?