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The Nehanzō of Nanzōin

Japan Buddhist Temple Starts Two-Tier Pricing to Offset Overtourism Damage

A famous Buddhist temple in Fukuoka is charging a nominal fee to overseas tourists after some prove incapable of minding their manners.
APA Hotel

More Than a Budget Stay: The Controversy Behind Japan’s APA Hotels

APA Hotels in Japan are ubiquitous and affordable. Behind the cheap prices lies an aggressive business strategy and war crimes denialism.
Sanseito Constitution

Sanseitō’s “New” Constitution Would Bring Back Japan’s Imperial Era

The popular far-right group's proposed Constitution would restore the Imperial Japan of World War II and eliminate individual liberties.
Area near Okubo Park frequently used for prostitution in the evening

Has Tokyo’s Prostitution Alley Become a Tourist Destination?

The recent arrest of four women in a prostitution ring operating near Okubo Park highlights how the area has grown in popularity.
Fukami Tōshū above a torii gate

[Insider] Worldmate, Elon Musk’s Mom, and The Man All Over Japan’s Trains

Feeling lucky? We look at Fukami Tōshū, Worldmate, and the mysterious female prophet on whom the organization's teachings are based.
Banner for Sanseitō reading "Japanese First"

Sanseitō: How The Far Right Party is Bringing MAGA Tactics to Japan

A far-right party in Japan is slated to outperform in next week's Upper House election. And they're using Trump-like tactics to do it.