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Japanese Women Don’t Need “Saving” From Host Clubs, Kabukicho Expert Says

A Kabukicho nightlife expert says the current debate over host clubs is misinformed and based on a disdain for women.

People in Japan are forming long lines to spend half of the current market price for the strategic reserve rice - some lining up overnight.

It's not the greatest turn-off, according to polls. But there's evidence that being super into Japan's national noodle dish is a red flag.

How musical roads in Japan came about - and where to find the most scenic ones with a Japanese pop culture connection.

Gateball, Japan's homegrown version of croquet, once had over half a million enthusiastic and engaged fans. Where did they all go?

Some are calling for a more rigorous crackdown on tourists who disregard Japanese laws after the footage came to light.