SOCIETY
Why Japanese Cities Have So Few Garbage Cans
How can Japanese cities be so clean...and yet have so few garbage cans? The first part of that question is a bit…
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HISTORY
When Japan Ruled the Waves: The Forgotten Colonies of Micronesia
How Japan defeated the German Empire in World War I and ruled over Micronesia for three decades - before it all came…
CULTURE
The Lesser-Known Festivals of Japan: Let Loose Edition
A survey of three of Japan's more light-hearted festivals that focus on the less serious subjects of nudity, navels, and nasty words.
CULTURE
The Lesser-Known Festivals of Japan: Scary Edition
These festivals in Japan may not be as well known as some of their counterparts, but they're guaranteed to send a chill…
HISTORY
Stranded: Edo Era Castaways in the Russian Empire
In the Edo era, when setting foot on foreign soil was punishable by death, 16 castaways risked it all in an epic…
CULTURE
Otagi Nenbutsuji Temple: Where Spirituality Meets Art
Before you visit the enchanting Otagi Nenbutsuji Temple, learn how the temple turned its own misfortune into a place of peace, spirituality,…
CULTURE
Holidays in Japan: The Complete Guide
Japan ranks seventh worldwide for most public holidays. Learn about all the official (and a few unofficial) holidays in Japan and how…
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Kyoto: A Brief History of a Timeless City
Learn about the history and tradition behind the temples and shrines that make up Japan's largest cultural tourist attraction.