Society
35% of Unmarried Young Japanese Don’t Intend to Marry, Says New Government Survey
As Japan works to combat population decline, a new government report says many unmarried young people intend to stay that way.
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Sex & Nightlife
Tattoos and Tokyo Nightlife: Will Some Venues Refuse You Entry?
Will an izakaya, soapland, or happening bar turn you away for having tattoos? Here's what you need to know before exploring Tokyo…
Insider
25 Years Later, School in Japan Fires Teacher for Sex with Student
A former student said her teacher had sex with her in high school. The school fired him - but many online aren't…
Insider
How Kusama Yayoi’s Death Puts a Spotlight on Japan’s “Whiteness Problem”
The death of Japanese artist Kusama Yayoi prompted many English-language social media users to revisit her racist screeds. Japanese users, for the…
Food
Shime-Parfait: The Sweet Way Japan Winds Down a Night Out
Learn all about the branding of shime-parfait and how a tradition of an after-drink sweet in Sapporo spread across the country.
Society
Why Can You Still Not Buy Vapes in Japan?
Why can't vapes be sold in a country that still loves smoking? A look into the complex legal framework that keeps them…
Women
The K-Pop Fashion Trend Protecting Japanese Women from Upskirt Photography
Japan's latest festival wear isn't just cool and comfortable: some women say it's the perfect protection from perverts.
Travel
Shuri Castle’s Main Hall is Reopening. Here’s How to Visit
Seven years after a devastating fire, Shuri Castle is reopening on November 23. Learn more about its history and how to visit.