LAW & CRIME
“Appointment Call” Scam: The New – and Deadly – Crime Targeting Japan’s Elderly
A new form of financial swindle targeting Japan's elderly is racking up victims - and bodies.
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POLITICS
Japan Considers Compensation for Forced Sterilization Under Eugenics Law
Japan's eugenics law remained on the books until 1996. Now, the victims are fighting back - and the country's government grapples for…
SOCIETY
Is Japan’s Bullying Problem Overblown?
Japan has gained a reputation in the West for being a nation of bullies. But do the facts back that up?
SOCIETY
Million Dollar Dual Citizen: Naomi Osaka’s Citizenship Dilemma
Naomi Osaka has to make a choice soon about her Japanese citizenship - and it could cost her millions.
SOCIETY
Who Donated a Box Full of Moldy Yen to This Japanese Prefecture?
The incident is just the latest in a trend in Japan toward anonymous donations.
SOCIETY
The Kurihara Mia Case: Should Dead Girl’s Mom Be Charged for Staying Silent?
Kurihara Mia died at the hands of her father, but now her mother is under arrest for neglect. How much culpability does…
SOCIETY
The Shocking Consequences of Mental Illness Stigma in Japan
Despite having a fairly efficient health care system, Japan lags behind in providing both awareness and support for mentally ill people.
SOCIETY
Is Japan Too Deferential to Parents? Advocates Speak Out After 10-Year-Old’s Death
A second high-profile death of an abused child leaves experts questioning why Japan gives so much credence to the wishes of parents.