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Mount Tsukuba Cable Car Celebrates 100 Years With Renewed Tourism Campaign
The cable car's operator has re-dedicated itself to handling an influx of new tourists while preserving the area's natural beauty.
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Food
Halal Ramen in Tokyo: A Look at the Expanding Scene
Wanna enjoy one of Japan's signature dishes but still stay halal? These five shops in Tokyo serve noodles without the pork and…
Travel
Tokyo’s Top 10 Drinking Neighborhoods – And Why Shibuya Doesn’t Make the Cut
Where do you go in Tokyo to grab some drinks and bond with friends? For many in the city, the answer is…
Sex & Nightlife
Tokyo Girls Bar Workers Allegedly Forced Woman Into Prostitution
A popular and well-respected girls bar in Ikebukuro was reportedly the scene of a horrific case of abuse and sexual slavery.
Travel
Why AI Translation Makes For An Awkward Japan Trip
More tourists report using AI translation - even though many admit it sucks. Here are better alternatives than talking through a machine.
Insider
The LDP/Kōmeitō Breakup: How Japan Fell Into Political Freefall
After 26 years together, the LDP and Kōmeitō have split. That leaves the looming question: What comes next?
Food
Why Japan’s Konbini Can’t Beat Mister Donut
Mister Donut is facing fierce competition from the likes of 7-Eleven and Krispy Kreme. Here's why it remains Japan's top donut choice.
Travel
Eating On People’s Porches: Overtourism Overwhelms Ine, Japan’s “Venice of the East”
The iconic boat house village saw nearly 480,000 visitors in 2024 - an estimated 270 times its population.