SOCIETY
One Week After Bear Occupation, Japanese Supermarket Finally Reopens
An Itoku supermarket in Akita City finally re-opened after a bear invaded and occupied it for over two days. While residents are…
depopulation
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SOCIETY
TRAVEL
Be a Japanese High Schooler in New Tourist Experience
Wanna attend a Japanese high school like in your favorite anime? A company in Japan is inviting tourists to attend an abandoned…
SOCIETY
Tokyo Residents Sue Over Daycare Kids Being Noisy
A judge has thrown out a lawsuit against a daycare brought by residents of Nerima who claimed the kids' noisiness violated their…
TRAVEL
Why Is Osaka Expo a Bust With Japan’s Inbound Tourists?
The Osaka Expo takes place next year. But does anyone care? A lack of support among inbound tourists as well as its…
LIVING IN JAPAN
Why Are Japan’s Young People Fleeing The Country?
Weak yen, stagnant wages, and economic woes are creating a perfect storm, driving more Japanese youth to look for opportunities outside Japan.
TRAVEL
Visit Japan’s Six Most Enchanting Remote Islands
Need a break from the hustle and bustle? These six Japanese islands offer peace, quiet, and a chance to unwind amidst natural…
LIVING IN JAPAN
Will These Japanese Towns Be Mostly Foreigners by 2050?
As Japan welcomes an increasing number of foreigners per year, one report predicts these towns may be mostly immigrants in a few…
BUSINESS AND ECONOMY
Why Japan’s Combini are Increasingly Powered by Foreign Exchange Students
Labor-strapped convenience stores in Japan are increasingly turning to exchange students to work the shifts Japanese workers don't want. In some cases,…