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

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

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

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

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

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

Abe Akie is a private citizen now. So what was she thinking when she met the man who's led a years-long assault…

Would more garbage cans help Japan's growing trash problem? It might - but there may also be other solutions.