NEWS
Shibuya Will Fine Businesses Without Garbage Cans as Tourist Trash Crisis Piles Up
The move sparks a renewed debate around who's responsible for picking up after Japan's record number of tourists.
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NEWS
LIVING IN JAPAN
Japan Continues Cracking Down on Foreigners, for Some Reason
New proposals around property registration and naturalization raise questions around what problem the country is trying to solve.
LGBTQ
Surprise, Anger, and Frustration as Tokyo’s High Court Rules Against Marriage Equality
Supporters of marriage equality in Japan were met with an unexpected setback after a series of affirmative rulings.
LIVING IN JAPAN
Japan to Increase Residence Permit Fees Amid Rising Immigration Costs
The move is meant to align with fees set by Western countries - but many residents complain the new rates are exorbitant.
INSIDER
[Insider] How Using a Self-Checkout in Japan Can End in Arrest
A recent incident involving a tired rapper and a self-checkout stand reveals anxiety around the growing use of the technology.
INSIDER
[Insider] Japan’s Obsession With Punishing Foreigners is a Ticking Time Bomb
Japan's ruling class can't admit how badly it's failed the country. So it's blaming foreigners for all its problems instead.
LIVING IN JAPAN
Japan Will Make Some Foreign Residents Prepay Health Insurance Premiums
The move is one of a number of increasing restrictions on Japan's foreign population amidst an increase in right-wing nationalism.
SEX & NIGHTLIFE
Maid Cafes vs. Con Cafes vs. Girls’ Bars: What They Are (and Whether You Can Go)
There are more kawaii cafes and bars in Japan than you can shake a stick at. Here's a guide to what each…