CULTURE
Dangerous – or Dated? Japan Debates Use of Smartphones Near Train Priority Seats
A recent social media post has sparked debate over a longstanding rule of smartphone use that has no basis in fact.
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CULTURE
TRAVEL
Tourist in Hokkaido Killed by Train While Trying to Take Picture
The location near Asari Station in Otaru has become a famous "hidden" tourist spot, especially among Chinese travelers.
LAW & CRIME
Police: Doctor in Japan Pulls Icepick on Coughing Man on Train
The 59-year-old doctor from Yokozuka denies telling a soldier he'd kill him if he didn't stop hacking up a lung.
WOMEN
Japanese Police Increase Anti-Molestation Patrols Ahead of Exam Day
Tokyo Police say they're taking action as social media users continue to brag about committing crimes as female students rush to exams.
TRAVEL
Tottori Station Will (Finally!) Get Automated Ticket Gates in 2025
It's a common trope that "Japan is living in the future." But did you know the country still has some train stations…
TRAVEL
Goodbye Train Gates? New Suica Promises Gate-Free Travel in Japan
Will you never have to swipe your Suica card again? JR East says it plans to roll out a version of the…
BUSINESS AND ECONOMY
The Tokaido Shinkansen Celebrates 60 Years of Awesome
Happy birthday! This month, the Tokaido Shinkansen celebrated its 60th anniversary. Learn more about the bullet train's history and how it revolutionized…
TRAVEL
New App Aims to Make Tokyo Train Travel Easier
Tokyo Metro has released a new app that it says will make it easier for tourists to navigate the city. How useful…