WOMEN
In Akihabara, Female Sushi Chefs Defy Prejudice
A deep, longstanding prejudice against female sushi chefs prevails in Japan. But one store's been bucking that bias for 10 years running.
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WOMEN
JAPANESE LANGUAGE
Tasukatta! Useful Japanese Phrases When Dining Out in Japan
Trying to order in Japanese at a Japanese restaurant? Here are some of the questions you might not expect - and how…
JAPANESE LANGUAGE
A Simple Guide to Ordering in Japanese Restaurants
Eating out in Japan, but afraid your Nihongo's a little rusty? Here's an easy guide to getting seated, ordering and enjoying yourself…
FOOD
Beyond Noodles: A Guide to the Different Types of Restaurants in Japan
Japanese food is so much more than sushi and ramen. Learn about some of the different types of restaurants you can find…
FOOD
How Much for Great Sake? A New Tokyo Restaurant Lets You Decide
A new sake bar is using a radical model to bring in customers - but there are a few catches.
SOCIETY
“Drop Dead”: Why Harassment By Customers is Spiking in Japan
Why are Japanese customers getting more angry and aggressive? Experts cite two key factors.
BUSINESS AND ECONOMY
Why Subway is Dying in Japan – and Why Starbucks Keeps Growing
While Subway stores in Japan shutter left and right, Starbucks thrives. Why has the one failed where the other succeeded?
FOOD
The Best Japanese Food Tags on Instagram: A Hashtag Guide
You don't need to know Japanese to appreciate good food. Here are some of the hashtags that people use to post about…