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Japan Is Betting That Tourists Want…NFTs?!
October 7, 2025
Technology
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Travel
The world has moved on from the NFT scam. Japan, however, thinks it's found a nifty new tool to promote regional tourism.
Shinjuku’s Moulin Rouge: The Theater That Danced Through War and Censorship
October 6, 2025
History
Japanese imperial authorities frequently raided it and censored its scripts. Despite this, the women at the Shinjuku Moulin Rouge danced on.
Saitama Lawmaker States Foreigners in Japan Have “No Fundamental Human Rights”
October 5, 2025
Politics
The lawmaker later backtracked on the statement, saying that he only meant they didn't have "the same rights" as Japanese citizens.
Why This Kyushu Udon Chain Is Drawing Tokyo Crowds
October 4, 2025
Food
Sukesan Udon, Kitakyushu’s iconic soul food, has landed in Kanto, sparking long lines and a social media buzz. What makes it so special?
Japan Closes Tourist Driver’s License Exchange Loophole
October 2, 2025
Travel
Tourists to Japan used to be able to get a powerful souvenir: a Japanese driver's license. But that's all changed.
Japanese Politician Says Tourists Are Kicking Nara’s Deer. But Where’s Her Evidence?
September 29, 2025
Politics
Are foreigners mistreating the deer in Nara? One prominent Japanese politician says so - but the facts don't back her up.
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