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Higher Tourist Taxes? Japan’s Travel Hot Spots Mull Increases
August 16, 2024
Travel
As some locales in Japan consider implementing a tourist tax, places such as Osaka are considering increasing - even doubling - their existing levies.
Japan’s Earthquake Info: Are Foreigners Being Left in the Dark?
August 16, 2024
News
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Society
This month's earthquake reignited fears of a mega-quake hitting Japan soon. Is Japan doing enough to equip tourists and foreign residents with the information they'll need? A look at the gaps - and how government agencies are rushing to fill them.
Can You Buy a Samurai Sword in Japan? Yes, But…
August 14, 2024
Travel
Can you buy a sword in Japan? Yes, that part's relatively easy. The challenge is getting it OUT of the country.
Here Are Japan’s Top Scenic Nature Spots for Tourists
August 12, 2024
Travel
Want to get out of the city and see some natural beauty while in Japan? Here are what other tourists deem the country's top nature spots.
Japan’s Ramen Shops Are Shutting Down Faster Than Ever
August 11, 2024
Featured
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Food
Ramen shops have been struggling for years. But the combination of low prices and inflation is pushing more stores over the edge than ever.
Japanese Public Fumes as Politicians Caught Gaming, Napping
August 11, 2024
Politics
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Society
An elementary student who exposed a politician gaming is the latest Japanese citizen to catch elected officials sleeping or goofing off.
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