SOCIETY
Japan May Solve Elderly Population Problem by Redefining “Elderly”
How do you solve the problem of a rapidly aging population? Japan's government has a novel answer: change what "elderly" means. PM…
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SOCIETY
NEWS
Japan Railways Pauses Plan to Make Buying Train Tickets Harder
JR East cut over half of its ticket service counters as a cost-cutting strategy. All it achieved was angering its customers with…
SOCIETY
Japan Considers Making Childbirth 100% Free
As Japan continues to face rapid population decline and aging, its government considers a new tactic to grow families: make childbirth free.
CULTURE
Washboard Abs and Happiness: Learn This 83-Year-Old Japanese Grandpa’s Secrets
People in Japan have a reputation for their health and longevity. But 83yo Nanri Hiroshi takes it to the next level. Here's…
CULTURE
Abandoned Homes in Japan Skyrocket to Over 13% of All Homes
As Japan's population ages, it's finding itself awash in a glut of unoccupied homes - and a new report says the country…
SOCIETY
Japan Is More Sexless Than Ever, New Surveys Say
A new set of surveys from both within and outside of Japan show that the country is increasingly putting off getting it…
TRAVEL
Tourists Love Japan’s Shirakawago. But Is The Feeling Mutual?
Japan's Shirakawago is beloved by visitors. But the locale is suffering under the weight of age and disrespectful tourists.
TRAVEL
Is Tokyo Really Best for Solo Travel?
A recent report declared Tokyo the best city for solo travelers and single living. But is that true? Our writer looks at…