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Vacation Guilt: Why Japanese Workers (Still) Can’t Rest
November 30, 2025
Living in Japan
Social mores play a big role in why Japanese workers say they report to the office even when they're sick.
Surprise, Anger, and Frustration as Tokyo’s High Court Rules Against Marriage Equality
November 30, 2025
LGBTQ
Supporters of marriage equality in Japan were met with an unexpected setback after a series of affirmative rulings.
Japan to Increase Residence Permit Fees Amid Rising Immigration Costs
November 30, 2025
Living in Japan
The move is meant to align with fees set by Western countries - but many residents complain the new rates are exorbitant.
Love Hotel Scandal Claims Career of Japanese City Mayor
November 27, 2025
Sex & Nightlife
Ex-mayor Ogawa Akira insists the 10+ times she went to a love hotel with another city employee were strictly business.
‘Kokuho’ Becomes Biggest Live Action Hit in Japanese Film History
November 26, 2025
News
Japan has a brand-new top live-action box office record holder in the form of Kokuho, an epic kabuki drama.
No Tourists at Lunch? Japanese Soba Store Sparks Controversy with Sign
November 25, 2025
Travel
The chain's owners ultimately ordered the store to take the sign down. Here's why many Japanese netizens defended it.
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