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Japanese Lingerie Brand’s Transgender-Inclusive Policy Faces Backlash

Japanese lingerie company Wacoal is experiencing significant backlash after unveiling a new transgender-friendly changing room policy. As a result, the company appears to be waffling on its support.

Who Really Killed This Famous Japanese Fortune Teller?

Someone murdered the man convicted of killing famous Japanese fortune teller Fujita Kototome. His sudden death and conflicting evidence have led many to wonder: did police get the right guy?

First-Ever Lawsuit Challenges Harassment in Japan’s Rakugo World

Is it education - or workplace harassment? In the first ever lawsuit of its kind, an apprentice rakugo performer has successfully sued his mentor over verbal and physical assault.

Men Are Now Using Shibuya’s “Transparent Toilet” to Assault Women

Shibuya's transparent toilet is designed to serve as a curious attraction. But it appears some men have found another use for it: harassing and assaulting women.

Locals Cheer as Tokyo “Mario Kart” Company Faces Charges

Street go-karts are Japan's most hated tourist attraction. Now, they're also drawing attention from the cops: police have charged a vendor in Ota after an unlicensed driver caused an accident.

Matchmaking Party Promoted by Tokyo Rejects Disabled Man

A matchmaking party advertised by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government rejected a man with a mild disability because he wasn't "healthy." Is Tokyo's zeal for promoting marriage coming at the cost of equality?

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