Travel
A Quick Guide to Japan’s Best Ancient Pilgrimage Trails
In contrast to Japan's big cities, the country's ancient pilgrimage trails offer a radically different (and quieter) experience.
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Women
Tokyo Court: Employer Had “No Duty” To Stop Sexual Harassment at After-Work Drinking Party
A lack of evidence and the quasi-official nature of nomikai led a court to rule against a company that tried to do…
Entertainment
Are Japanese Teens Leaving Manga Behind?
One prominent journalist argues the youth market is slipping away. Others say they've heard this false cry before.
Culture
Would You Live in a ‘Jiko Bukken’? Over Half in Japan Say Yes – If the Price Is Right
While such properties have long been stigmatized, attitudes may be changing as the cost of everything rises.
Insider
Shibuya, Burning: How Japan’s Right Exploits the Information Void to Foster Hate
A Japanese nationalist started a fire in Shibuya Crossing and then fled the scene. Japan's right wing blamed the attack on...foreigners?
Travel
Konbini Tourism: The Latest Japan Travel Obsession
"Grocery tourism" is popular on TikTok. But Japan's ahead of the curve - its convenience stores are already popular tourist destinations.
Japanese Language
MEXT to Nothing: Japan Struggles to Help Foreign Residents Learning Japanese
Many foreign residents in Japan want to learn Japanese. But reports show a majority feel they're not getting the support they need…
Travel
Tea, Irises, and Nordic Homeware: Visit These Four Tokyo Spots Before They Get Trendy
Tokyo always offers "unseen" spots to explore. Here are four we've found lately, including a black tea experience and a hidden bento…