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FOOD

New Law Threatens Homemade Japanese Pickles (Tsukemono)

Tsukemono (Japanese pickles) are a traditional dietary staple. But could a new law drive drive small mom-and-pop makers out of business?

TRAVEL

Voices in Ishikawa Prefecture Urge Tourism After Noto Earthquake

The Noto Earthquake is impacting businesses throughout Ishikawa Prefecture - even those that suffered little damage. Learn why local merchants, celebrities, and…

BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

Tokyo Scores 3rd Highest On Global Power City Index

Tokyo is one of the world's great cities - something this year's Global Power City Index seems to back up.

TRAVEL

Japan To Charge Tourists Consumption Tax and Refund At Departure

Thanks, scammers. Due to some people exploiting the system, Japan will now change how it handles duty-free purchasing by tourists.

BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

How This Remote Village of Japanese Fishers Got Rich

Not all of Japan's wealthy residents live in cities. Learn how a small Hokkaido village of 2,700 found itself swell with cash.

FOOD

This 30-Year Japanese Whisky Will Now Set You Back $2,425

A bottle of Japan's Hibiki 30 is about to double in price. And it isn't the only Suntory whisky that's getting pricier…

ENTERTAINMENT

Former Company President Arrested in Fake Trading Card Scheme

The former president of a company linked to Animate is behind bars for selling fake Pokemon and Yu-Gi-Oh! trading cards.

BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

English Language School Gaba in Japan Fines Teachers for Cancelling Lessons

Charged for missing work for emergencies? An internal memo to that effect from Japan-based English school chain Gaba went viral. UJ investigates…