ENVIRONMENT
Hay Fever in Japan Next Spring May Be Worse Than Ever
Hanami or Hanamizu? Forecasts say hay fever in Japan next year is set to be among the worst ever experienced.
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ENVIRONMENT
ENTERTAINMENT
Japanese YouTuber Says Harassment Drove Her Out of Hokkaido
An onsen YouTuber living in the country in Hokkaido, Japan says she had to flee the entire island after enduring severe sexual…
SOCIETY
8-Year-Old Victim Of Suspected Heatstroke Death In Hokkaido
A child died after exercises in Hokkaido, sparking a debate about school's lack of air conditioning as global warming heats up.
BUSINESS AND ECONOMY
Japan’s Northernmost City Gets Its 2nd Combini Chain
The city of Wakkanai in Hokkaido used to have only one convenience store chain. The next one was 100km off. That all…
NEWS
Ainu Ancestral Remains, Long Held in Australia, Returned
In an indigenous victory, Ainu ancestral remains, long held in museums in distant Australia, have at last been returned to local Hokkaido…
TRAVEL
What Are The Most Popular Golden Week 2023 Destinations?
This year's Golden Week in Japan promises to be busy. Here are the hot domestic and international spots for Japanese vacationers.
SOCIETY
Why Japan is Losing Its Sea Otters
Japan's aquariums used to host a total of 122 sea otters. Here's why they're now in danger of disappearing completely.
CULTURE
Sapporo Snow Festival: What to See, How to Enjoy
Sapporo's iconic snow festival is back! Some background on its history, what to expect, and how to make the most of your…