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…
business
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FOOD
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 Konbini 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.
SEX & NIGHTLIFE
Japanese Sex Toy Firm Tenga Suffers US Data Breach
The company took pains to reassure its Japanese customer base that information about their masturbatory habits was safe.
FOOD
More Restaurants in Japan Enforce Customer Restrictions Based on Age, Gender
No old people. No young people. No babies allowed. Here's why restaurants in Japan are increasingly setting rules on who can walk…
ENTERTAINMENT
How an AI Manga Became a Bestseller on Japan’s Largest e-Book Store
How did a fully AI-generated manga hit number one in Japan? And what does its success portend for the future of the…
TRAVEL
Japan’s National Museums May Institute Two-Tier Pricing for Inbound Tourists
You could pay up to three times more to visit some of Japan's best museums if their boards heed the government's call.