politics

INSIDER

[Insider] How a “Library War” Helped Japan’s Communists Elect a New Mayor

A plan to shutter four of Kiyose City's six libraries angered citizens so much that it gave the Japanese Communist Party a…

INSIDER

[Insider] Japan’s Polls on an Empress Miss an Important Distinction

Princess Aiko is very popular. Many wouldn't mind her becoming Empress. But critics say the polls are misleading. And they're right.

POLITICS

Japan Confirms Ainu Indigenous Rights After Right-Wing Politician’s Statement

Ainu rights are in the news again after the head of the Conservative Party of Japan questioned their indigenous status.

INSIDER

[Insider] Shibuya, Burning: How Japan’s Right Exploits the Information Void to Foster Hate

A Japanese nationalist started a fire in Shibuya Crossing and then fled the scene. Japan's right wing blamed the attack on...foreigners?

POLITICS

Japan’s Protests Against the Iran War Are Escalating

Last night's protest brought out over 3x more participants than the last as Japanese citizens stated their opposition.

TECHNOLOGY

Japan’s Anime and Manga Industries Are Feeling the AI Squeeze

Japan's anime and manga industries are growing wary of the impact of GenAI on their bottom line - but don't have any…

LIVING IN JAPAN

Tokyo Citizens Protest That the Rent Is Too Damn High

Tokyo is becoming hard to afford for more people, with the cost of a one-bedroom home reaching record levels.

TRAVEL

Japan Sets New February Tourism Record Despite China Boycott

Travel from other countries offset a 45.2% drop from a nation that used to lead the pack in Japan tourism.