PinnedHow Men in Japan Harass Female Athletes with Infrared CamerasSome men in Japan have found a new way to harass women.Jun 21, 2024A response icon23Jun 21, 2024A response icon23
PinnedThe Scary Reasons Purikura Booths In Japan Ban MenIf you’re an unaccompanied male, odds are you won’t be allowed near one. Here’s why.Oct 10, 2024A response icon13Oct 10, 2024A response icon13
PinnedThe Story of the Japanese PeruviansThey’re one of the world’s most important Japanese diaspora groups. Meet the Japanese-Peruvians, and learn their dramatic history.Dec 8, 2024A response icon8Dec 8, 2024A response icon8
Sanseitō: How The Far Right Party is Bringing MAGA Tactics to JapanA 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.1d agoA response icon11d agoA response icon1
As Japan’s Birth Rate Dwindles, Its Nursery Schools Keep ClosingJapan wants more women to give birth to counteract its declining birth rate. That’s hard to do when nursery schools are rapidly shuttering.3d agoA response icon13d agoA response icon1
Fact Check: No, a Mongolian Student Did Not Call Emperor Naruhito “Naruto” During VisitIt’s a charming story, but alas, untrue.4d ago4d ago
No Place to Sleep? Lawson Offers New Options for Japan’s Night TravelersJapan’s night travelers are growing, but roadside rest spots aren’t. Lawson steps in with a new safe — and paid — option.4d agoA response icon14d agoA response icon1
I Stayed In This Japanese Hotel Chain’s Pokémon Room and It Was AmazingFans of the popular game and animated series will say “I choose you!” to these comfortable renovated spaces.Jul 7Jul 7
Japan Debates Popular Ramen Spot’s Strict New RuleThere are many unspoken rules at Ramen Jirō. One store in the chain added one more to the list, sparking an intense debate online.Jul 7A response icon2Jul 7A response icon2
Fact Check: Did Abe Akie Fake Not Speaking English with Trump?A popular meme says the former Japanese Prime Minister’s wife went to great lengths not to speak to the MAGA Mafia leader. But is it true?Jul 4Jul 4