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Here Are The Best Cities To Live In Japan’s Six Regions

Looking to settle down in Japan? According to a new survey, here are the best places to live in each of Japan's major regions.

Sendai Shirō: The Silent Man Who Made Everyone Smile

How a man in Japan's city of Sendai became regarded as a "god of good fortune" whose image still persists today.

The Matchbreakers: The Scammy World of Japan’s Break-up Artists

They say they can get you the love of your life - even if they're dating someone else, or even married. Enter the morally dubious world of the wakaresaseya.

”Real-Life Oshi no Ko”: Japanese Idol Says She’s Single Mom

Idol Fujisaki Nagi shocked fans this weekend with an announcement that some fans say draws parallels with a popular manga and anime series.

Japan Music Fest to Pursue Fans Who Assaulted DJ Soda

A popular South Korean DJ made headlines in Japan when she said she was assaulted by fans at a concert in Osaka. Sadly, some people are now blaming the victim.

行方不明の池田大作創価学会会長を探せ！

日本で最も有力な政治関係のパイプ役であり、宗教指導者でもある池田氏は2010年以来、公共の場で姿を見せていない。彼はいったいどこにいるの？