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 icon25Jun 21, 2024A response icon25
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
The War of Brides and Babies: Behind Japan’s “Anti-Communist” Mixed-Race Baby BoomHow the Red Cross and other organizations used war brides and the adoption of mixed-race children to fight the Cold War.2h ago2h ago
Suica Penguin Retirement Announcement Sparks Fan Outcry in JapanThe character, created by a children’s book author, has been the face of the popular transit card since its inception in 2001.1d ago1d ago
Vaccine Hesitancy Persists in Japan Despite Government EffortsA combination of government missteps and online disinformation has steadily eroded public trust in the life-saving practice.2d agoA response icon12d agoA response icon1
Inside the New $2K a Night Luxury Ryokan in Tokyo’s GinzaIs it an authentic ryokan experience?2d agoA response icon12d agoA response icon1
Unseen Shimane: Despite Japan’s Tourism Boom, the “Land of the Gods” Ranks LastAs tourists create overcrowded conditions across Japan, one of the country’s most spiritually symbolic prefectures remains overlooked.2d agoA response icon32d agoA response icon3
Itō Shiori’s BLACK BOX DIARIES Will (Finally) Release in Japan After ControversyThe film, released in October 2024, has yet to screen in the filmmaker’s own country due to questions around the footage it used.5d ago5d ago
Japanese Idol Fired After Alleged Boyfriend’s Picture Caught in Cup’s ReflectionThe controversy renews the debate around the implied (and, sometimes, contractual) rule that idols don’t deserve a personal life.5d agoA response icon15d agoA response icon1
