BUSINESS AND ECONOMY
Why Japan’s Ramen Restaurants Keep Going Out of Business
As prices of goods keep rising, ramen shops in Japan are going out of business at an increasing pace. Many blame the…
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Japan Unveils Plans for New Digital Nomad Visa
Japan has released initial plans for its digital nomad visa. How does it compare to what other countries offer?
BUSINESS AND ECONOMY
Tokyo Scores 3rd Highest On Global Power City Index
Tokyo is one of the world's great cities - something this year's Global Power City Index seems to back up.
BUSINESS AND ECONOMY
How This Remote Village of Japanese Fishers Got Rich
Not all of Japan's wealthy residents live in cities. Learn how a small Hokkaido village of 2,700 found itself swell with cash.
FOOD
This 30-Year Japanese Whisky Will Now Set You Back $2,425
A bottle of Japan's Hibiki 30 is about to double in price. And it isn't the only Suntory whisky that's getting pricier…
TRAVEL
Tourists are Spending More in Japan Than Ever
Tourism to Japan is almost back to its 2019 levels - but spending is through the roof, with travelers shelling out more…
BUSINESS AND ECONOMY
70% of Japanese Youth Are Financially Dissatisfied, Says Gov. Survey
A Japanese government survey shows that Japan's youth are feeling especially pessimistic about their financial straits - as bad as during the…
BUSINESS AND ECONOMY
Japan’s GDP Falls to 4th Place Behind Germany: IMF
Move over, Japan: the country's economic power continues to wane as its GDP now places it only 4th in the world. Learn…