FOOD
Yep or NOPE? Suntory’s New Dr Pepper-Like Soda Confuses Japanese Consumers
Suntory's new drink NOPE promises lots of flavor. Just WHAT that flavor is, however, has sparked a raging debate in Japan.
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FOOD
This Ramen Shop in Japan Demands You Stay Off Your Damn Phone
The shop in Saitama Prefecture said it instituted the policy after a customer watched an "inappropriate" video.
NEWS
Victim Speaks Out Over Manga Publisher Shogakukan Sexual Assault Controversy
The manga publisher has come under fire for allowing two authors to work under pseudonyms without divulging their crimes.
FOOD
As Nut Allergies Soar in Japan, Airlines Grapple with a Response
Nut allergies are overtaking both wheat and milk in Japan. Here's how airlines are responding and how to stay safe on your…
FOOD
250 Yen?! Super Cheap Ramen in Japan Draws Mixed Reactions
The cheap bowls are a relief to some trying to stretch their money in difficult times. To others, however, they're a warning…
TRAVEL
Anime Pilgrimage in Japan: From Fandom to Infrastructure
How anime pilgrimage in Japan has evolved from a fan ritual into a coordinated regional strategy to boost tourism.
FOOD
Why Combini May Become a Tourist Luxury in Japan
As inflation keeps rising in Japan, more residents are deciding that there are better ways to spend their money.
POLITICS
Uniqlo Pulls Pokémon Collab in China Over Yasukuni Shrine Controversy
The incident, along with another anime-related collab controversy, is a sign of increasing tensions between Japan and China.