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Japan's aging and declining population, coupled with a flight to cities, is leading many festivals to re-examine old prejudices.
Is this another stake in the heart of Japan's beloved IC cards? Several Tokyo train companies announce credit card tap payment support.
Saizeriya, Japan's famous Italian-esque restaurant chain, is losing its first-ever store in Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture.
With Hatsumode - the first shrine visit of the New Year - fast approaching, some shrines say they're going digital to stop criminals.
A group that protests "Japan's romance capitalism Christmas culture" had to call off its regularly scheduled demo this year.
Oshikatsu is a booming business in Japan. But data shows many fans are concerned about the toll supporting their faves takes on their lives.