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Scenic Train Journeys in Japan That You Can’t Miss
Sometimes, it really is more about the journey than the destination. Here are some romantic train rides in Japan that prove it.
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SOCIETY
Japan’s New Visa Rules Are Forcing Tokyo’s Immigrant-Run Restaurants to Close
The new capital requirement for the business manager visa is too high a hurdle for many legitimate, profitable, and law-abiding businesses.
TRAVEL
Okinawa Tourist Drownings Already Double Last Year’s Pace
The number of accidents parallels similar incidents across Japan as travelers take unnecessary risks and expose themselves to danger.
SOCIETY
ADHD Medication Shortage in Japan Leaves Patients Scrambling
It's especially bad news for users who live outside of major cities, where the medication can be harder to obtain.
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Uber’s First Japan Taxi Partnership Will Give (Only) Tourists More Options
If you use Uber in Japan, you may find it easier to hail a ride soon, thanks to a new partnership with…
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More Than Matcha: A Guide to Uji, a Kyoto Travel Gem
Discover temples, tea culture, and hidden history just outside Kyoto.
CULTURE
Japan’s Zine Boom: Self-Made Magazines Take Off in the AI Era
Why more people in Japan are forsaking YouTube and TikTok videos and crafting their own magazines by hand.
HISTORY
Sapporo Lets “Ainu Aren’t Indigenous” Panel Exhibit Run – Again – Despite Opposition
The city of Sapporo cleared a display that denies the legal status of the Ainu - and that appears to violate anti-discrimination…
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Exploring Naoshima: The Stunning Art Islands of Seto Inland Sea
The islands used to be known for copper production. These days, they're one of the most-discussed art destinations worldwide.
NEWS
Japan Mandates Cashew Nut Labeling as Allergies Surge
New requirements in Japan to label products with cashews are good news for both residents and tourists. But why did it take…
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Can You Walk Tokyo’s Yamanote Line? Many Do!
It'll take you all day. But yes, you can walk the distance of Tokyo's most famous train line - and here's why…
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Why This Shinto Shrine Near Sendai Airport is Drawing Inbound Tourists
It doesn't have the same cultural heft as other shrines. So why are tourists to Japan flocking to this shrine near Sendai…