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Comedian Yuki Nivez Talks Stand-Up in Japan; Upcoming Show

Western-style stand-up is a relatively new genre of comedy for Japan. The scene, however, is flourishing. Comedians Yuki Nivez and Bobby Judo tell us all about it, and about their upcoming show.

Anti-LGBT Politician Sugita Mio Assigned to Kishida Cabinet; Criticism Abounds

Sugita Mio is widely known for her controversial statements regarding LGBT, diversity and women's rights. Now the new member of the ruling cabinet claims she's never made a discriminatory statement in her life.

Is James Clavell’s Shogun Accurate History – Or Pure Fiction?

UJ staff writer Dr. Nyri Bakkalian reads and critiques James Clavell's epically long-winded 1975 novel "Shogun" so you don't have to.

Karoshi of Love: Job Satisfaction Exploitation and “Women’s Work” in Japan

A recent case of bakers working karoshi (death by overwork) hours leads our author to see ties between labor exploitation and "woman's work".

Recent JP Elections Highlight Continued Lack of Women in Politics

Where are the women? The recent Japanese diet elections have continued the country's long stint as among the world's least gender-balanced governments.

Female Olympian’s Gold Medal Replaced After Mayoral Chomp

Groans were heard world 'round when the mayor of Nagoya took a bite out of an Olympian's hard-earned gold, but that wasn't his only foul.

Husband? Master? The Many Imperfect Words for Male Spouses in Japanese

Japanese is fraught with unspoken rules and meanings. For example: how should people refer to their husbands?

New Webcast Explores LGBT and Diversity Issues in Japan

Why a new Webcast that aims to educate people on gender issues without judgment is being hailed by some viewers as "revolutionary".

A Short History of the Misogynist Musings of Mori Yoshiro

The head of Japan' Olympics effort is in hot water for his misogynistic statements. Sadly, this isn't the first time that's happened.

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