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Are Japanese Teens Leaving Manga Behind?

One prominent journalist argues the youth market is slipping away. Others say they've heard this false cry before.

While such properties have long been stigmatized, attitudes may be changing as the cost of everything rises.

A Japanese nationalist started a fire in Shibuya Crossing and then fled the scene. Japan's right wing blamed the attack on...foreigners?

"Grocery tourism" is popular on TikTok. But Japan's ahead of the curve - its convenience stores are already popular tourist destinations.

Many foreign residents in Japan want to learn Japanese. But reports show a majority feel they're not getting the support they need to succeed.

Tokyo always offers "unseen" spots to explore. Here are four we've found lately, including a black tea experience and a hidden bento box.