LAW & CRIME
Japan: Immigrant Who Died in Custody Was Just “Seeking Attention”, Drops Charges
The notorious case of a Sri Lankan detainee's death in an immigration detention center hit a dead end as prosecutors dropped charges…
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LAW & CRIME
TRAVEL
Cautions Against “Bullet Climbing” as Mt. Fuji Season Starts
Mt. Fuji climbing season is about to start - and officials are warning against the dangers of "bullet climbing".
CULTURE
The “Gaijin Hunter” Exists – But It’s Not What You’re Expecting
Most foreigners reported experiences with a "gaijin hunter". But the reality of these interactions is more complicated than it seems.
LIVING IN JAPAN
Ranking Japan’s Best Cities for Immigrants
Perhaps it's surprising, or perhaps not—but when you weigh all of these factors, Tokyo is not the winner.
LIVING IN JAPAN
What Is My Worth as a Foreigner in Japan? A Pandemic Query
Our author discusses how the pandemic has laid bare elements of how the Japanese public and government perceive the foreign residents in…
LIVING IN JAPAN
LaShawn Toyoda, Creator of FindADoc: Full-Length Interview
Thalia Harris sits down with LaShawn Toyoda to discuss her efforts to make sure English-speaking residents in Japan have access to vaccines.
CULTURE
How Roppongi Became a Hotspot for Foreigners in Tokyo
Roppongi is famous for its high population of foreigners. Why is it so popular with tourists? And how do Tokyo residents feel…
LIVING IN JAPAN
Japan’s Health Care is Great! (If You’re an American)
Many Americans who move to Japan rave about the country's health care. Here's why non-American residents aren't all that impressed.