Society
Many Japanese Schools Ban Sunscreen. That Might Be Illegal
Japanese parents are complaining online as schools continue to prevent students from using sunscreen, despite hotter-than-hell temps.
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LGBTQ
Historic: Japan’s Supreme Court Rules In Favor Of Transgender Plaintiff
For the first time, Japan's Supreme Court has ruled on workplace rights for sexual minorities, siding with a transgender plaintiff.
Law & Crime
Osaka Man Mistakenly Jailed Twice for 40 Days, Cops Apologize
Police arrested an Osaka man on suspicion of making online threats. And then arrested him again. Turns out they had the wrong…
Law & Crime
Death at Childcare Puts Spotlight on Dangerous Conditions Across Japan
Two grieving parents finally got justice after their daughter died in a childcare facility in Japan. But why did it take so…
Law & Crime
Narita Legislator Accused of Extorting Sexual Assault Victim’s Family
A Narita city legislator accused of sexual assault is now facing another charge - for attempting to coerce the victim into silence.
Society
“Barrier-Free Hearts:” One Disabled Man’s Plea for a Gentler Japan
How a disabled man in Japan used what might have been a negative encounter with subway priority seats as a teaching moment.
Food
Hit Drink Calpis Celebrates its Birthday on Tanabata
July 7th isn't just tanabata in Japan - it's also Calpis Day. Learn why this vaguely yogurt-flavored drink has become so popular.
Food
Domino’s 600g Pickles Pizza Hits Japan for a Limited Time
Delicious? Or something you'd eat only on a dare? Domino's Japan is betting that local consumers like pickles. Like, LOTS of pickles.