LAW & CRIME
Japanese Celeb Held By Police for 10 Days Over Combini Sandwich Theft
Why many Japanese social media users are decrying the long detention of actress Sakaguchi Anri as excessive and unwarranted.
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LAW & CRIME
INSIDER
[Insider] Worldmate, Elon Musk’s Mom, and The Man All Over Japan’s Trains
Feeling lucky? We look at Fukami Tōshū, Worldmate, and the mysterious female prophet on whom the organization's teachings are based.
INSIDER
[Insider] What Happened to Actress Tôno Nagiko?
A body was discovered at the actress' home recently. Why haven't the police been able to confirm that it's hers?
SOCIAL MEDIA
“Uncle Tohru”: 58-Year-Old Japanese Salaryman Dances Into Online Fame
By day, he's a management consultant. The world knows him better as "Uncle Tohru" - and they've made him an online dance…
INSIDER
[Insider] Why Supermodel Rola’s Kanji Has Some Fans Worried
Supermodel Rola recently came out with a big announcement - but it's her kanji that has some fans worried for her.
LAW & CRIME
As Celebrity Online Casino Scandals Mount, Japan Considers Blocking Sites Entirely
Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs confirms it's looking to stem the growing tide of online casino use by throwing up a firewall.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Idol Leads “Bathing Cancel Clique” Trend Among Young in Japan
Why are so many young people in Japan hopping on the no-bathing bandwagon? Experts say smartphones and depression may be to blame.
ENTERTAINMENT
After Drunken Home Invasion, Japanese Actor Loses Beer Commercial Contract
Actor Yoshizawa Ryo is out of a contract with Asahi Beer after drunkenly wandering into an apartment that wasn't his.