hyogo prefecture

School Segregates Black Japanese Student at Graduation Over Hair

A Black Japanese student said he just wanted to honor his roots with his hairstyle. He ended up not participating in his…

Scam Website Steals Japanese Cosplayer’s Labor of Love

A cosplayer in Japan drew sympathy - and outrage - when their work was stolen by a Japanese "flea market" app that…

Unmannerly Hikers Doom Buddhist Temple Toilet in Japan

This is why Japan can't have nice things. A Buddhist temple is bulldozing its toilet because some hikers can't behave themselves.

Takarazuka Revue: From Male Stereotype to Safe Haven

How did a theatrical troupe with profoundly sexist and homophobic origins end up challenging gender stereotypes instead?