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Fear of a Black Japan: A “Hometown” Program With Africa Sparks Racist Protests
August 31, 2025
Society
A simple misunderstanding led some Japanese citizens to protest an initiative they worry will lead to a flood of African immigrants.
Japanese Cities Use Social Media to Teach Tourists Manners
August 29, 2025
Travel
Multiple locations across Japan are using social media and good old-fashioned pamphleteering to combat the negative effects of overtourism.
Combini Sushi: Japan’s New Favorite Tourist Delicacy?
August 28, 2025
Food
,
Travel
Convenience stores in Japan didn't always sell sushi. Today, the dish is a top draw, not just for residents, but for travelers too.
[Insider] Blame Japan’s Heat on…Chinese Solar Panels?!
August 27, 2025
Insider
Are Chinese solar panels warming Japan? Do they pose an infrastructure threat to the country? The answer is simple - and complicated.
Japanese Online Marketplace Bans Fetal Ultrasounds To Stop Alleged Scams
August 26, 2025
Business and Economy
A viral social media post raised fears that scammers would use the pics to blackmail men for either money or marriage.
The Debate Over Women-Only Parking Spaces in Japan
August 25, 2025
Women
Do women-only parking spaces create a safe space for women? Or do they unnecessarily stereotype female drivers?
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