Society
Disabled Japanese Student’s iPad Exam Request Leads to Long Battle
In Japan, schools are supposed to make all reasonable accommodations for disabled students. One student says it wasn't so easy.
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Society
Travel
New Japan Theme Park Has Two-Tier Pricing for Foreigners. Will People Pay?
A new nature theme park on Okinawa Island is betting it can appeal to inbound tourists - despite charging them more than…
Travel
Japan Buddhist Temple Starts Two-Tier Pricing to Offset Overtourism Damage
A famous Buddhist temple in Fukuoka is charging a nominal fee to overseas tourists after some prove incapable of minding their manners.
Travel
More Than a Budget Stay: The Controversy Behind Japan’s APA Hotels
APA Hotels in Japan are ubiquitous and affordable. Behind the cheap prices lies an aggressive business strategy and war crimes denialism.
Politics
Sanseitō’s “New” Constitution Would Bring Back Japan’s Imperial Era
The popular far-right group's proposed Constitution would restore the Imperial Japan of World War II and eliminate individual liberties.
Sex & Nightlife
Is Prostitution Legal in Japan? Inside Tokyo’s Gray Zone
The recent arrest of four women in a prostitution ring operating near Okubo Park highlights how the area has grown in popularity.
Insider
Worldmate, Elon Musk’s Mom, and The Man All Over Japan’s Trains
Feeling lucky? We look at Fukami Tōshū, Worldmate, and the mysterious female prophet on whom the organization's teachings are based.
Politics
Sanseitō: How The Far Right Party is Bringing MAGA Tactics to Japan
A far-right party in Japan is slated to outperform in next week's Upper House election. And they're using Trump-like tactics to do…