NEWS
This Strange Orb Freaked Out a City in Japan
Amidst a series of high-altitude UFOs spotted over Japan and the US, a strange orb washed ashore in Shizuoka. Here's what we…
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POLITICS
Japanese Politicians Sound Off on Suga-Biden Summit
From strengthening the military to continuing the Olympics, there was plenty wrong about the visit.
POLITICS
What Does Japan Think of the 2020 US Presidential Election?
How did Japan react to the unfolding chaos of the 2020 US Presidential election? And how will its leaders deal with a…
FOOD
Japanese Matcha Tea: A Matcha Made In Heaven
Japanese matcha tea is steeped in tradition, culture, and history. Here's how you can enjoy that tradition from the comfort of your…
JAPANESE LANGUAGE
What’s Up With Okinawan Names? A Language History
Why are Okinawan names difficult for even mainland Japanese speakers? How the languages of the Ryukyu kingdom survived - despite attempts to…
RACE IN JAPAN
China, the Japanese Far Right, and COVID-19
As xenophobia ramps up during COVID-19, we take a deep dive into the history of the Japanese image of a dangerous, "anti-Japanese"…
RACE IN JAPAN
Coronavirus Racism: Fukushima’s Governor Speaks Out
The rise in coronavirus related racism has drawn harsh criticism from Fukushima governor Uchibori Masao - a man who knows well the…
RACE IN JAPAN
University of Tokyo Professor Criticized for Anti-Chinese Tweets
A Japanese professor and business leader's discriminatory remarks towards Chinese people causes a backlash - and costs his company business.