LAW & CRIME
Japan’s Fear of a Marijuana Planet
While marijuana use is liberalizing in many countries, Japan is an exception - as one poor celebrity recently found out.
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LAW & CRIME
LIVING IN JAPAN
Kyoto Cracks Down on Barkers in Tourist Trap Districts
A revised law aims to eliminate harassment of locals and tourists from Kyoto's top tourist areas. But will it work?
SOCIETY
Japan’s Hounded “Untouchables” Fight to Banish Blacklist
A case in a Tokyo district court is challenging the re-publication of a "guide" purporting to out reputed members of Japan's burakumin,…
POLITICS
Politician Sugita Mio: “Women Lie a Lot” About Assault
A notorious Japanese politician is in hot water (again!) for comments that activists say disparage women who are victims of violence.
SOCIAL MEDIA
New Japan Campaign Raises Awareness of Animal Abandonment
A new Japan Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals campaign seeks to end the rising ride of animal abandonment in…
ENTERTAINMENT
Startling Anti-Drug Manga In Japan Draws Intense Mockery
Why a new anti-drug manga from Wakayama Prefecture has earned across the board ridicule for its depiction of marijuana use.
POLITICS
Has Princess Mako’s Astonishing Wedding Drama Hit Its Apex?
Sources say Princess Mako's fiance may try a legal end-run to move their marriage forward. But will the Japanese public buy it?
ENTERTAINMENT
Manga Artist Makes Simple Plea Against Screenshot Spoilers
Why spoiler screenshots for a recent installment of KINNIKUMAN have the authors and publisher threatening legal action against fans.