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How Fraudulent Bars in Kabukicho are Fleecing Customers

Police in Kabukicho are cracking down on peddlers who are pulling customers into shady bars that charge exorbitant rates. Here's how to protect yourself on your next visit.

How Many Foreigners in Japan Actually Commit Crimes?

Some online allege that foreigners in Japan commit more crimes than Japanese citizens. But what do the statistics say?

Aso Taro: Japanese Politician Under Fire (Again) For Sexist Comments

The Liberal Democratic Party's Aso Taro can't seem to open his mouth without a sexist comment flying out - and his latest is a doozy.

At This Unique Harajuku Cafe, Everyone’s Your Friend

Wanna go to a place where everybody knows your name - or at least pretends to? If so, this cafe in Harajuku is your new best friend.

Uniqlo Rejuvenates Osaka Flagship Store with New Osaka-esque Designs

From t-shirts to gaudy toilet paper, UNIQLO says "ookini!" once again to Osaka with a new flagship store and locally inspired designs.

50 Years On the Lam: Kirishima Satoshi, Japanese Bombing Suspect, Dies in Hospital

Kirishima Satoshi, a member of a notorious '70s terrorist group, may have finally been found after nearly 5 decades in hiding.