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Do the Deer in Nara Bow Differently Since the Pandemic?
The pandemic changed all of us. It also apparently changed the deer at Nara, whose behavior shifted as human contact decreased.
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Tourists Return to Japan – But Japan Stays Home
More and more people are coming to Japan, with some countries setting new records. So why isn't Japan returning the favor?
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What Are The Most Popular Golden Week 2023 Destinations?
This year's Golden Week in Japan promises to be busy. Here are the hot domestic and international spots for Japanese vacationers.
LGBTQ
Japan LGBTQ Workplace Survey Finds Many in Community are Struggling
A new survey by a leading LGBTQ rights group in Japan finds many in the community struggling for acceptance and support in…
CULTURE
Some in Japan Say They Now Fear the “Anti-Masking Police”
As Japan prepares to leave masking to individual discretion, some people say they fear being judged for keeping up the practice.
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Japan Reopens and Tourist Interest Skyrockets – But Risk Remains
Interest in tourism to Japan has skyrocketed ahead of its October 11th re-opening. But that doesn't mean the pandemic's over.
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Japan (Finally!) Announces Full Opening for Visa-Free Tourism
Japan is finally open for tourists again! Details on what's been changed - and when you can start packing your bags.
LAW & CRIME
Tokyo Doctor Arrested for Dummy Vaccines, Forging Documents
A Tokyo doctor with strong anti-vax beliefs tried to talk patients out of the COVID-19 vaccine - and, when they insisted, gave…