CULTURE
Enka Music: From Political Protest to Cultural Tradition
How a form of political protest music came to be regarded as an art form that captures "the heart of Japan."
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CULTURE
ENTERTAINMENT
A Bold Manga About Japan’s “Losers” Challenges Status Quo
How Kashiwagi Haruko's latest demonstrates the diversity of manga as a medium - and provides insight into the daily struggle of Japan's…
POPULAR
A Cosplayer’s Treatment at Japan’s Comiket Draws Criticism Worldwide
Attendees' grotesque behavior towards a Chinese cosplayer leaves many questioning whether Japan's Comiket convention is a safe space for women.
ENTERTAINMENT
Terrace House: How “Unscripted” Is TV’s Most Boring Reality Show?
Known as a uneventful, markedly "boring" show, Terrace House has still gained a massive following overseas. But how much of it is…
POLITICS
The Fools: A Joke Political Party in Japan Wins a Seat (and Taxpayer Funds)
How a party that seeks to "topple" Japan's public broadcast system made waves - and secured power - through performance art.
CULTURE
Visual Kei in Japan: The Freedom to Describe Yourself
How a music-fueled rebellion against conformity and fixed gender roles became a significant cultural movement in Japan - and why some people…
ENTERTAINMENT
Message from Space: Why “Japan’s Star Wars” Was a Domestic Dud
In 1978, the Toei Company rushed a Star Wars knock-off into theaters. It nearly blew up on the launchpad. Here's why (and…
WOMEN
How Dynamic Developer Nakamura Ikumi Won The Internet
The online gaming community this week was smitten by Nakamura Ikumi, creative director for video game publishing company Tango Dreamworks.