HISTORY
Was The Tsuyama Massacre Japan’s First Proto-Incel Incident?
In 1938, a disaffected young man stalked his mountain village, killing dozens of his neighbors. Was the Tsuyama Massacre the first incel…
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HISTORY
BUSINESS AND ECONOMY
Which Japanese Books Get Left Out of Translation?
There are more Japanese books being made available in English every year. Still, only a small portion of them get translated.
BUSINESS AND ECONOMY
Green Onion Power: World is Yours with New Hatsune Miku Whey Protein
Would you drink a leek-flavored protein powder? Would you change your mind if it had Hatsune Miku's face on it? One company…
CULTURE
Japanese Shrine Maiden School: An Inside View
What does it take to become a certified Japanese shrine maiden? A certified miko gives us an insider's look at a miko…
ENTERTAINMENT
The Forgotten Era of Japan’s Musical Comedy Films
Musical comedies dominated the screen in Japan's pre-war and post-war eras. Here are some classics for your viewing pleasure.
FOOD
Dagashi: Japan’s Colorful, Nostalgic, Tasty Treats
Learn about dagashi, a staple of the Japanese candy scene since the Edo era, and how to try it out even if…
CULTURE
National Living Treasures: Japan’s Living Embodiments of Culture
How Japan's national living treasures preserve culture and the clever tactics - including Pokemon! - used to promote their work.
FOOD
Hiroshima-Style Okonomiyaki: From Adversity to Beloved Staple
Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki is a staple of Japanese cuisine. A short introduction to its postwar roots as an invention in difficult times.