Tag: politics

There Are Still Zero Female Pro Shogi Players in Japan’s Regular League

Pro women's shogi player Nishiyama Tomoka came close to breaking a 100-year barrier for women in her exam match this week.

Looking to work remotely as the winter trudges on? A new report names Tokyo as a prime location for digital nomads seeking an escape.

The location near Asari Station in Otaru has become a famous "hidden" tourist spot, especially among Chinese travelers.

The announcement is unlikely to halt the scandal, which threatens to drive television station Fuji TV into bankruptcy.

There's still a lot of fun stuff to see and do in Akihabara. Then there are the vending machines selling oden, bugs, and even an old phone.

Gone are the days of "chan" and "kun" in Japanese business. Recent research finds bosses are striking a more respectful tone.