Tag: japan politics

Learncation: The New Japanese Holiday Paradigm for Schoolchildren

Studying on vacation? Learn how one prefecture in Japan is giving kids more time with their parents - but only if they keep hitting the books.

Japan’s Booming Death Business: ENDEX, The End Of Life Exhibition

Japan’s rising death rate is good business For ENDEX: The End Of Life Exhibition. We discover that it’s more than just Hello Kitty urns!

Will Nissin’s New “Gaming Cup Noodle” Spur You to Victory?

Gamers: would you eat noodles with caffeine and niacin if it meant the difference between victory and defeat? Nissin is betting you will.

Nagashi Somen: How The Fun Tourist Activity Can Turn Dangerous

Nagashi-somen is a fun way to enjoy noodles in Japan. But the event nearly turned deadly for hundreds of people recently.

Raw Eggs in Japan: Are They Safe to Eat?

A number of Japanese dishes involve eating raw eggs. Is that safe? Experts tell us why you're unlikely to contract salmonella in Japan.

Why Japan Forbids Bus Drivers From Greeting Each Other

Official regulations have forbidden bus drivers in Japan from waving howdy to each other for 20+ years. But how many of them follow the rule? Survey says...