coding Archives - Unseen Japan

The Scary Reasons Purikura Booths In Japan Ban Men

Purikura photo booths remain popular in Japan. But if you're an unaccompanied male, odds are you won't be allowed near one. The policy's designed to protect women - but some men say it's discriminatory.

Book Review: Tokyo Swindlers Never Offers a Provocative Payoff

The book Tokyo Swindlers is the basis of a new series from Netflix. Our reviewer says that unless you're a fan of long business meetings and misogyny, you can probably give this one a pass.

Will Eat-in Spaces in Japan’s Combini Disappear?

There's no eating in the convenience store! At least, not anymore. FamilyMart has announced it'll shutter around a third of its eat-in spaces. Could this kickstart a trend?

Will Ghost of Yōtei Tackle the History of Ainu Discrimination?

Ghost of Yotei, a standalone sequel to Ghost of Tsushima, is due for release next year. Will this game created to explore "the beauty of feudal Japan" address the active discrimination against Japan's Ainu people?

Maid Cafes in Japan: Their History and Evolution

You've probably seen a maid cafe - but where did they come from? A look at the history of maid cafes, how they've evolved, and what you should know before you go.

Is Japan (Still) Treating Sexual Abuse Too Lightly?

A woman gets almost nine years in Japan for committing fraud. Meanwhile, a man gets six years for sexually assaulting his own daughter. That has Japanese netizens asking: What's wrong with this picture?

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