Tag: japan politics

Would You Try 7-11’s New Hokkaido-Only Chocolate Mint Sandwich?

Delectable treat - or akin to eating toothpaste? Peppermint lovers are rejoicing as a new favorite returns to some 7-11 stores in Hokkaido.

Japan’s Government Will Ban Fax Machines From Schools

Welcome to the 21st century: as part of its ongoing digitization efforts, Japan's telling schools that fax machines are so yesterday.

Shinjuku’s Host Clubs Will Raise Age Limit to 20

As police and politicians put host clubs under a microscope, Shinjuku clubs announced they'll bar 18- and 19-year-olds from entering. But that promise hasn't been enough to prevent a police crackdown.

Oshi no Ko Dominates Internet Buzzwords for 2023

A popular manga and anime continued to draw headlines in 2023, this time earning the distinction of the year's top online buzzword.

Review: Studio Ponoc’s New ‘The Imaginary’ is Darkly Fantastical

Studio Ponoc, known as the "Ghibli Successor," is finally back with a new animated film. Can The Imaginary live up to its pedigree?

Why Tourists Are Smitten with Japan’s Popular Egg Cuisine

Forget sushi and ramen. More than ever, tourists to Japan are discovering the delectability of the country's egg-based dishes. Here's what to eat - and where to go - on your next trip.