Society
Why Is School Refusal On The Rise in Japan?
More kids in Japan than ever are refusing to go school, even as instances of bullying are falling. What's keeping them home?
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The Betrayal of Itō Shiori: When Lawyers Do More Harm Than Good
Itō Shiori's award-winning documentary BLACK BOX DIARIES still can't be screened in Japan. Is that truly in the interests of justice?
Travel
Frustrated Kyoto Temple Declares Co-Existing With Tourists “Impossible”
The temple's head priest later softened his comments, saying tourists should be educated about "unwritten culture" before entering Japan.
Culture
Here’s Why Kyoto Schools Are No Longer Bossing Students Around at Exam Time
Kyoto schools have made a change to hallroom announcements, acknowledging that "please" and "thank you" are indeed the magic words
Food
Why Is Viennetta Ice Cream Selling in Japan for Black-Market Prices?
A world-famous ice cream brand is disappearing from Japanese markets. Naturally, some people are trying to profit off of that.
Travel
Tourists Can Now Buy Suica, PASMO Physical Cards Again Starting March 1st
Our long national nightmare is over: Suica and PASMO, deeming the chip shortage over, both say they'll resume sale of the cards.
Entertainment
Dewi Sukarno, Owner of Pricey Fur Coat, Starts New Animal Welfare Party
Right-wing Japanese celeb Dewi Sukarno has started a political party aimed at protecting dogs, cats, and possibly other animals she doesn't like…
Law & Crime
Japan to Add “Taiwan” Identification to Family Registry
For the first time ever, Taiwanese citizens who marry or naturalize in Japan will be able to express their identity accurately.