CULTURE
The “Gaijin Hunter” Exists – But It’s Not What You’re Expecting
Most foreigners reported experiences with a "gaijin hunter". But the reality of these interactions is more complicated than it seems.
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CULTURE
WOMEN
As Gender Equality Advances in Japan, “Miss Contests” Fade
Okinawa is retiring its "Miss Contest" - but it's not the only prefecture revisiting the beauty pageant concept.
SOCIETY
Japanese Governor: Accept More Foreigners to Combat Depopulation
In a statement sure to generate controversy, the governor of Miyagi Prefecture says Japan needs immigrants to counter population decline.
ENTERTAINMENT
Gwen Stefani Says She’s Japanese Because Her Dad Worked There
Gwen Stefani is raising eyebrows for telling an Asian reporter that she considers herself "Japanese" after being introduced to the culture.
SOCIETY
Japanese-Brazilian Woman Told “Go Back to Your Country” by Welfare Office
A woman was refused public assistance in the city of Anjo and told to "go home" despite being in desperate economic straits.
SOCIAL MEDIA
2chan Founder Hiroyuki Under Fire for Insults of Okinawans
Controversial 2chan founder Hiroyuki is spurring controversy again with remarks that Okinawan residents say are discriminatory.
SOCIETY
In Japan, It’s Hard for Foreign Residents to Get Help
Right-wingers constantly claim that foreigners are sucking Japan dry. But the reality is that few can get help even when they need…
NEWS
Japanese Basketball Stars Speak Out on “Daily” Racism
Several multiracial Japanese basketball stars are speaking out on social media about the racism they face on a daily basis.