Tag: society

Why the Japanese Sport of Gateball is Dying in Japan

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

Likely Unauthorized Drone Flight at Skytree Causes Uproar in Japan

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

Unseen Japan Insider: Does Japan Need More Garbage Cans – or Fewer Trashy Tourists?

Would more garbage cans help Japan's growing trash problem? It might - but there may also be other solutions.

In Japan, Single People Using Dating Apps to Cheat is Leading to Lawsuits

More people are using dating apps in Japan to meet a partner. More men are using them to cheat. And more women are taking them to court.

Yamanashi, Shizuoka May Charge Stranded Mt. Fuji Hikers for Helicopter Costs

As more people require rescue from the mountain during the off-season, both prefectures contemplate responding to public outcry.

The Host Is Toast: Japan Approves Law To Crack Down On Host Club Hustlers

Hosts, Japan's grey zone version of aggressive gigolos, are about to find themselves in serious trouble. The predatory practices of these good looking guys with too much hair gel are now punishable by law.