education

SOCIETY

Polls: Japan Approves of Free High School for All

While some far-right elements oppose the new measure as an additional tax burden, many in Japan seem to favor it.

SOCIETY

Why Is School Refusal On The Rise in Japan?

More kids in Japan than ever are refusing to go school, even as instances of bullying are falling. What's keeping them home?

CULTURE

Here’s Why Kyoto Schools Are No Longer Bossing Students Around at Exam Time

Kyoto schools have made a change to hallroom announcements, acknowledging that "please" and "thank you" are indeed the magic words

LIVING IN JAPAN

Japanese School Wrongly Expels Kurdish Student Whose Immigration Status Lapsed

The sixth-year elementary student will return to school after the Japanese government said the decision contradicts its guidance.

JAPANESE LANGUAGE

Review: Native Camp – Take Unlimited, On Demand Japanese Lessons

Need more Japanese practice? This service offers on-demand access to native Japanese speakers - but it'll cost ya.

WOMEN

Japanese Police Increase Anti-Molestation Patrols Ahead of Exam Day

Tokyo Police say they're taking action as social media users continue to brag about committing crimes as female students rush to exams.

SOCIETY

Tokyo May Fund Study Abroad to Counteract Weak Yen

The plan is coming under fire from some who say such programs should be spearheaded by the central government to benefit all…

JAPANESE LANGUAGE

I Tried AI for Japanese Speaking Practice – Here’s What I Learned

People keep telling me AI chatbots are the future of Japanese language learning. So I tried a few. Here's why they're wrong.