FOOD
Why Japan’s Vanishing Ramen Shops Might Be Good News
The pandemic is putting more ramen shops than usual out of business. One expert argues that this might not be a bad…
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FOOD
BUSINESS AND ECONOMY
The 1 Yen Coin Moves Closer to Its Inevitable Doom
Japan's modern 1 yen coin has an interesting 65-year history. But could cashless and COVID-19 soon make it a relic of the…
ENTERTAINMENT
Takeuchi Yuko: Celebrities, Fans Worldwide Mourn Actress
The death of yet another prominent Japanese talent was met with an outpouring of grief and remembrance from fans the world over.
TECHNOLOGY
Robot Izakaya: A New Level of Contactless Service
As Japanese restaurants and bars open back up after the state of emergency, some are looking to modern technology to help enforce…
PATREON
Abe’s Zombie Government: The PM’s Ratings Are in FreeFall
Abe Shinzo likely won't resign as Japan's Prime Minister any time soon - but the polling numbers are clear: his Cabinet is…
OPINION
Stay The F*ck Home…But Can We Afford It?
An activist takes the Abe administration to task for its failure to support all of Japan's citizens equally during the country's COVID-19…
POLITICS
How Can Japan Better Prepare for the Next Pandemic?
A foreign resident of Japan gives a street-level view on the country's COVID-19 response - and how it could better prepare for…
WOMEN
Comedian: Wait for Jobless Women to Become Sex Workers
Japanese comedian Okamura Takashi has apologized for comments that many have derided as sexist and cruel - but some say it's not…