TECHNOLOGY
With No Workers, Japanese Island Loses Its Cell Phone Store
Continued worker shortages in Japan are robbing the island of Ishigakijima of its sole Docomo cell phone store.
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TECHNOLOGY
ENTERTAINMENT
Will Studio Ghibli Films Stop Streaming in Russia?
The major streaming service for Studio Ghibli films in Russia is losing rights to the library after May. Will fans go back…
TRAVEL
Survey: 70% Will Pass on Pricey New Japan Rail Pass
The famous Japan Rail Pass will be 70% more expensive, leading 70% of potential tourists to say they'll pass on the pass.
ENTERTAINMENT
Meet Clara, The New Otaku Women’s Gym
A new gym chain in Japan wants to help otaku women stay healthy and love themselves - while also shamelessly enjoying their…
TRAVEL
Get Ready, Japan Tourists – Here Comes the “Tourist Tax”
As tourists pour back into Japan, more and more municipalities are taxing their stay. Here's what it means for your trip.
NEWS
High Egg Prices Are Hitting Japan (and Its Pancakes)
Say bye-bye to pancakes: high egg prices are ruffling feathers in Japan - and taking several staple items off of restaurant menus.
NEWS
Is Japan’s New Adult Video (AV) Law Working?
It was intended to protect women. But is Japan's new AV law working? Some signs say yes - but detractors still exist…
FOOD
As “Sushi Terrorism” Grips Japan, Some Say Ditch the Conveyor
Will bio-terrorism kill conveyor belt sushi in Japan? At least one chain says it's moving on after a series of high-profile hygiene…