LAW & CRIME
Why Everyone in Japan Could Be Named Sato-san By 2531
In a future Japan where couples can't choose separate surnames, 2531 could be the era of the Sato-sans, one Japanese university claims.
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LAW & CRIME
WOMEN
New Joint Custody in Japan Law Worries Child, DV Victims Advocates
In a major shift, Japan plans to introduce joint custody post-divorce. Critics worry domestic violence victims and kids may be left behind.
ENTERTAINMENT
Not Just for Girls: PreCure’s First Magical Boy Schools Toy Company
A young boy couldn't dress as his favorite PreCure character. Learn how the ensuing social media backlash sent a toy company scrambling.
HISTORY
The Geisha Who Took Down a Prime Minister
In 1989, Uno Sōsuke burst onto the scene as the new prime minister of Japan. Only 69 days later, he'd resign -…
ENTERTAINMENT
New Suntory Commercial in Japan Featuring Engaged Dads Draws Praise
A new commercial from Suntory is drawing praise from social media for spotlighting the silent camaraderie between dads.
CULTURE
Textiles of Battle: A Look at Japanese Wartime Propaganda Kimono
Were Japan's World War II-era kimonos depicting images of war a propaganda tool - or a natural outpouring of support?
JAPANESE LANGUAGE
Rōnin: Why Being a “Masterless Samurai” in Modern Japan Sucks
Saying "rōnin" in English conjures up images of cool, lone-wolf samurai. But in modern Japan, being a rōnin kinda sucks.
WOMEN
Survey: Japanese Women (Still) Do All the Housework
A recent survey asked married couples in Japan how much housework they do. The shocking results spotlight the unfair burden placed on…