Culture
A 10-Day Vacation: Behind Japan’s Epic “Golden Week”
How did Japan's notoriously long yearly holiday get even longer? Inside the holidays that make up Golden Week.
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Politics
Japan’s Olympics Minister: From Faux Pas to Fired in Two Hours Flat
He was vilified worldwide as the cybersecurity chief who didn't use a computer. But Sakurada Yoshitaka's gaffes didn't stop there...
LGBTQ
In Japan, The Surge for Marriage Equality Builds
An uptick in public support has LGBT couples in Japan on the offensive, as a new series of lawsuits aims to turn…
Food
Japanese Snacks: Everything From Pocky to Shrimp Crackers
It's not just about the Kit Kats. From deep-fried rolls to almond fish, Japanese snacks run a fascinating (and delicious) gamut.
Business and Economy
MUJI: Is Japan’s “Brand-less” Brand Taking Over the World?
With stores popping up globally, copycats abounding in China, and even a hotel in Ginza, MUJI is on a roll. What's the…
Culture
Does The KonMari Method Spark Joy in Japan?
Does Kondo Marie's approach (and success) spark as much joy in her own home country of Japan? The answer may surprise you.
Culture
Unseen Japan Kaiwa 3: Tattoo Blues – Japan’s Tattoo/Tourist Problem
How deeply ingrained are cultural attitudes against tattoos in Japan? We sat down again with YouTuber Misaki to talk about her experiences…
Law & Crime
“Rape Paradise”: Father’s Absolution in Rape of 12-Year-Old Daughter Sparks Backlash
Critics in Japan are calling out their country's judicial system after a series of rape cases are thrown out - and one…