LAW & CRIME
Osaka Man Mistakenly Jailed Twice for 40 Days, Cops Apologize
Police arrested an Osaka man on suspicion of making online threats. And then arrested him again. Turns out they had the wrong…
crime
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LAW & CRIME
LAW & CRIME
Death at Childcare Puts Spotlight on Dangerous Conditions Across Japan
Two grieving parents finally got justice after their daughter died in a childcare facility in Japan. But why did it take so…
LAW & CRIME
Narita Legislator Accused of Extorting Sexual Assault Victim’s Family
A Narita city legislator accused of sexual assault is now facing another charge - for attempting to coerce the victim into silence.
LAW & CRIME
Netflix Japan to Release Documentary on the Lucie Blackman Murder
Fresh news about the documentary on one of Japan's most infamous murder cases - and an exclusive interview with a featured reporter.
TRAVEL
Kyoto Buddhist Temple Warns of New Photography Scam
A famous Buddhist temple in Kyoto is once again drawing visitors - as well as scammers looking to profit off of them.
LAW & CRIME
“It’s Me”: How Scammers in Japan Recruit the Young to Rob the Old
How scammers steal tens of millions of dollars in Japan every year - and coerce desperate young people into doing their dirty…
BUSINESS AND ECONOMY
Sushi Chain Demands Kid Pay Up for “Sushi Terrorism” Stunt
In the wake of a wave of "sushi terrorism" earlier this year, conveyor belt chain Sushiro is suing a high school-age kid…
LAW & CRIME
Blatant Ginza Robbery Sheds Spotlight on Japan’s “Dark Gig Economy”
A recent robbery in Tokyo's Ginza district has gripped Japan - and raised alarm bells about a disturbing new crime trend.