tourism

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.

TRAVEL

Some Restaurants in Japan Set Up Tip Boxes For Confused Tourists

Some bars, coffee shops, and taxi services in Japan are experimenting with tips. Is that a good thing or a bad thing?

INSIDER

[Insider] Could Osaka Expo Go Up in Smoke?

A World Expo. A worrying quantity of methane gas. Nicotine addicts with no place to go. What could possibly go wrong?