Entertainment
Matsuko Deluxe Show Apologizes for “Chinese People Eat Crows” Segment
The program admits its production staff deceptively edited a clip to make a Chinese woman living in Japan say something she never…
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Travel
Osaka World Expo Plagued By Low Interest, Backlash Over Expensive Noodles
3,850 yen for a bowl of soba? Such high prices have some criticizing the upcoming World Expo. Others, however, are speaking up…
Society
Osaka Street Piano Apologizes For Telling Bad Players to Practice at Home
A street piano at an Osaka food court is no more after its management company made it clear it only wanted TikTok-level…
Insider
[Insider] Why Supermodel Rola’s Kanji Has Some Fans Worried
Supermodel Rola recently came out with a big announcement - but it's her kanji that has some fans worried for her.
Law & Crime
A Hokkaido Aquarium Loans Free Baby Strollers. People Are Stealing Them
Many netizens are blaming the aquarium for handing out fancy strollers with zero guarantees, such as an address or deposit.
Travel
Japanese Shrine Bans Tourists, Laments “Destruction of Japanese Culture”
A beautiful shrine on the island of Tsushima has dropped the ban hammer after what it calls an "unforgivable act of disrespect."
Living in Japan
Here Are The Cheapest Places to Live in Tokyo Close to a Train Station
Want to live in Tokyo for cheap - but don't wanna live in the sticks? These spots will keep you connected while…
Law & Crime
Is This Sex Offender Map in Japan Legal?
Japan still has no official sexual offender database. Someone just launched one - and experts say it may well be illegal.