Travel
Inbound Tourist Discounts Ending in Japan As Locals Protest
It used to be you could get into some key cultural attractions in Japan as a tourist at a discount. Here's why…
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Food
In Japan, Overpouring Konbini Coffee Could Mean Prison, Job Loss
Japan's facing a minor crime wave of people pouring more konbini coffee than they bought. And konbinis are responding - with arrests.
Travel
Flesh-Eating Bacteria Hits Japan – But Officials Tell Travelers Not to Worry
Should you worry that streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS) will throw a wrench into your Japan travel plans? Officials say not to…
Society
New Superfast Shinkansen Line in Japan Delayed, Possibly Until 2034
It promises to be a true bullet train, traversing seven prefectures in 40 minutes. But will the new Shinkansen ever see the…
Living in Japan
At This Japanese Gym, You Can Sing Karaoke and Wash Your Laundry
Want to get in some reps but also need to do your laundry AND belt out some karaoke hits? Good news! This…
Food
This Spicy Japanese Snack Wasn’t an April Fool’s Prank After All
One Japanese snack maker took an interesting twist on April Fools this year: advertising a "joke" that turned up on store shelves…
Travel
Shizuoka Wants to Toll Mt. Fuji to Curb Overtourism
To prevent overtourism, Shizuoka Prefecture wants to charge users of its three Mt. Fuji trailheads. The problem? It doesn't own them.
Law & Crime
Why Everyone in Japan Could Be Named Sato-san By 2531
In a future Japan where couples can't choose separate surnames, 2531 could be the era of the Sato-sans, one Japanese university claims.