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Shirakawago, a World Heritage Site, Strains Under Record Tourism Numbers

The village, which sees a swell of tourists in the winter, wants to remind people it's a living community, not an open-air museum.

Shinjuku: The History and Origins of the World’s Biggest Nightlife District

The world's largest nightlife district, Shinjuku is nearly synonymous with Tokyo itself - yet wasn't even part of old Tokyo. Where do Shinjuku's origins lay?

[Insider] In Japan, When Does a Fight Become a Duel?

A Tokyo man is facing an additional five years in jail after prosecutors charged him under a 136-year-old law.

Osaka Ramen Shop Threatens to Ban Chinese Customers After Two-Tier Pricing Dispute

Social media users in Japan have accused the store of discrimination and of "embarrassing" Japan with its blatant double pricing.

How an AI Manga Became a Bestseller on Japan’s Largest e-Book Store

How did a fully AI-generated manga hit number one in Japan? And what does its success portend for the future of the industry?

Tokyo’s Plan to Charge for Garbage Service Has Some Residents Howling

Garbage fees have successfully reduced waste in West Tokyo. Here's why some residents are up in arms over the proposal.