INSIDER
[Insider] What Happened to “The Harajuku of the Plateau”?
It was the home to the father of American Football in Japan. Now, its downtown is largely abandoned. What happened?
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TRAVEL
Japan’s Musical Roads Give Tourists a Lyrical Treat
How musical roads in Japan came about - and where to find the most scenic ones with a Japanese pop culture connection.
TRAVEL
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.
INSIDER
[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.
TRAVEL
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.
LIVING IN JAPAN
The Debate Around Japan’s Driver License Exchange Loophole is Tinged With Racism
Japan may make it tougher for foreigners to perform a driver's license exchange. Is the current debate driven by facts - or…
FOOD
Is This Ramen Chain Closing Stores Because It Sucks?
Why is this chain about to close a third of its stores in the Tokyo area? Some fans are blaming its lack…
TRAVEL
UK Couple Rescued From Hokkaido Mountain in T-Shirts, Shorts
A couple's vacation to Hokkaido turned out worse than expected when they got stuck at 1,750 meters elevation in street clothes.