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Picture of a bride superimposed over signing of Japan's surrender declaration marking the end of World War II

The War of Brides and Babies: Behind Japan’s “Anti-Communist” Mixed-Race Baby Boom

How the Red Cross and other organizations used war brides and the adoption of mixed-race children to fight the Cold War.
Sad unhappy thoughtful serious young woman sitting in armchair at home

Navigating Life in Japan: The Hidden Mental Health Struggles of Foreign Residents

Navigating the unfamiliar landscape of Japan can take a toll on your mental health. Here's how to get help when you need it.
Suica transit card

Suica Penguin Retirement Announcement Sparks Fan Outcry in Japan

The character, created by a children's book author, has been the face of the popular transit card since its inception in 2001.
JR East ticket gate at Shinjuku Station (South exit)

Suica Unleashed: JR East Will Increase Low Balance Limit on Popular Transit Card

Female medical professional giving a woman a shot in the left arm

Vaccine Hesitancy Persists in Japan Despite Government Efforts

A combination of government missteps and online disinformation has steadily eroded public trust in the life-saving practice.
Fufu Tokyo Ginza

Inside the New $2K a Night Luxury Ryokan in Tokyo’s Ginza

The new offering provides a luxurious stay in one of Tokyo's most luxurious districts. But is it still an authentic ryokan experience?

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