POLITICS
Japan Accepts Record-High 300 Refugees in 2023, Still a Global Low
While it's still low compared to other countries, Japan accepted more refugee applicants last year than ever.
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POLITICS
TRAVEL
Why Kyoto’s Gion Will Start Leveling Fines on Trespassing Tourists
As Japan wrestles with problems created by overtourism, Kyoto's Gion neighborhood decides it needs to start leveling fines.
LAW & CRIME
Day Care Worker in Japan Arrested for Fourth Time on Child Porn Charges
The multiple arrests of a daycare worker on child sexual exploitation charges highlight Japan's challenges in protecting kids.
POLITICS
Japan’s Revised Immigration Law Will Help Schoolchildren, Deport Others
Japan's new immigration law will put less of a burden on children of immigrants born in Japan - but will show others…
CULTURE
Japan Survey Finds Widespread School Discrimination Against Naturally Curly Hair
A survey of Japanese students with multiracial roots finds that many kids are changing their natural hairstyles to conform to school rules.…
BUSINESS AND ECONOMY
SOD Land, Kabukicho’s “Adult Theme Park”, Running Again After Police Shutdown
Last year, cops shut down a major adult video maker's Kabukicho bar. Now it's back - and its owner is grousing about…
WOMEN
New Joint Custody in Japan Law Worries Child, DV Victims Advocates
In a major shift, Japan plans to introduce joint custody post-divorce. Critics worry domestic violence victims and kids may be left behind.
FOOD
In South Korea, Japanese Restaurants Break Law with Japanese Signs
Japanese food is trending in South Korea - and many restaurant owners are technically breaking the law to make the experience authentic.