Society
Japan’s Archaic School Rules Force Some Students to Freeze in Winter
Despite having to walk to school in the bitter cold, some students are forbidden from wearing scarves, warm coats, and even socks.
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Food
This City Proudly Remains The Ramen Capital of Japan for a Third Year
Who downs the most ramen per capita in Japan? An annual report from Japan's government crowns a repeat winner.
Travel
Do Tourists to Japan Have Bad Changing Room Manners?
From wearing heavy perfume to failing to remove their shoes, Japan tourists are making headaches for shoppers and staff alike.
Travel
“Nothing But a Castle”: Nagoya Left Behind in Japan’s Tourism Rush
While some locals may not mind, businesses and city leaders are disappointed tourists are sleeping on one of Japan's most populous cities.
Women
Japanese Woman Murdered in Hungary After Embassy, Cops Ignore Her Pleas
The 43-year-old woman pleaded with the Japanese Embassy in Hungary for help. They told her to "talk it out" with her husband.
Travel
Why Aren’t Japanese Restaurants Happy to Have Chinese Tourists?
Are Chinese tourists to Japan ill-mannered? Why users on a popular Chinese social media app are lambasting their fellow citizens' behavior.
Environment
To Combat Food Waste, Japan Will Raise Food Expiration Limits
For a culture that prides itself on not being wasteful, Japan wastes a lot of food. A new government recommendation seeks to…
Business and Economy
Japan’s Costco Resale Shops Struggle to Distinguish Themselves
There are only 36 Costcos in Japan - but there are nearly three times as many stores whose whole business is reselling…