News
Japan Abandons “Marriage Relocation” Plan for City Women
Japan's government had what it thought was a brilliant idea: pay single Tokyo women to move to the countryside to get married.…
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Living in Japan
As Japan Temps Rise, Are The Trains Too Damn Hot?
Japan's train companies keep some of their cars hotter than others. As climate change advances, riders on social media debate: are the…
Women
Survey: Nearly 1 in 5 Japanese Women Hate Their Husbands
A recent survey of married women in Japan revealed that almost one in five can't stand their partners. Learn why - and…
Food
These Japanese Potato Chips Hospitalized Kids – So I Tried Them
Japan isn't known for its spicy food. One snack company, however, has a product out that's so spicy it made national headlines…
Entertainment
Homophobic Florida School District Bans Popular Boy’s Love Manga
A Florida school district has banned a Japanese boy's love manga despite the series having no explicit scenes. You won't believe what…
History
Akiyama Toyohiro: The Japanese Astronaut Who Hated Space
In 1990, journalist Akiyama Toyohiro became the first Japanese astronaut in space. Too bad he had such a rough time of it.
Business and Economy
Have South Korean Convenience Stores Eclipsed Japan’s Konbini?
Korean convenience stores now outnumber Japanese ones per capita. But what’s behind their success, and what makes them different? We look at…
Travel
Poll: Increasing Support in Japan for Two-Tier Tourist Pricing
More spots in Japan are establishing two-tier pricing for inbound tourists - and more Japanese residents approve than ever before. Here's why…