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BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

A Major Inconvenience? Citing Overwork, 7-11 Owner in Osaka Stops 24/7 Operation

A 7-11 franchisee who's "on the verge of working to death" said he's shortening his store's hours - a move that has…

SOCIETY

Is Japan’s Bullying Problem Overblown?

Japan has gained a reputation in the West for being a nation of bullies. But do the facts back that up?

SOCIETY

Who Donated a Box Full of Moldy Yen to This Japanese Prefecture?

The incident is just the latest in a trend in Japan toward anonymous donations.

SOCIAL MEDIA

“Part-Time Terrorism”: Japan Aghast Over Videos of Food Mishandling

A viral trend of culinary terrorism by part-time workers makes Japanese customers question if they can trust what they're eating.

CULTURE

Valentine’s Day in Japan: Vaunted Tradition or Sexist Standard?

Why is a popular Japanese chocolate-giving tradition once rooted in gratitude and appreciation now being called out as a form of power…

SOCIETY

The Kurihara Mia Case: Should Dead Girl’s Mom Be Charged for Staying Silent?

Kurihara Mia died at the hands of her father, but now her mother is under arrest for neglect. How much culpability does…

BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

Unseen Japan Kaiwa 2: Teacher, Teacher – Reader Response to Teacher in Japan Who Hit Student

English language YouTuber and former Japanese schoolteacher teacher Misaki joins Unseen Japan to discuss our reader's top comments about the teacher who…

SOCIETY

The Shocking Consequences of Mental Illness Stigma in Japan

Despite having a fairly efficient health care system, Japan lags behind in providing both awareness and support for mentally ill people.