SEX & NIGHTLIFE
21 Soaplands Shut Overnight, Leaving Japanese Sex Workers High and Dry
The incident highlights the shift in sex-related businesses in Japan - and the precarious situation of sex workers.
News
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SEX & NIGHTLIFE
SEX & NIGHTLIFE
Japanese Women Increasingly Trafficked Overseas for Sex Work by Scout Groups
The groups have made a killing by recruiting financially vulnerable women. Ordinary Japanese travelers are feeling the blowback.
TRAVEL
Kissaten: Are Japan’s Old-School Coffee Shops Fading?
Japan’s kissaten are fading fast, but their retro charm is drawing new fans. Explore what's keeping these old-school coffee shops alive.
CULTURE
“Friendflation”: Japanese Youth Are Saving Money By Cutting Out Friends
Japan joins a worldwide trend of limiting your social network as the cost of having friends becomes prohibitive.
LAW & CRIME
Japanese Man Arrested for Sexual Enslavement of Toyoko Minor
The man allegedly forced her to do papa-katsu (sugar-babying), arranging meetings with men and keeping most of the money.
TRAVEL
Safe Solo Female Travel in Japan: a Bit of Helpful Advice
Japan is a safe place to travel if you're a woman on your own - but it's still wise to take a…
TRAVEL
Shikoku: Japan’s Most Overlooked Main Island for Travelers?
It may take a while to get there. But from hiking to udon, there's plenty to do in this gem of Japan…
POLITICS
Japan Confirms Ainu Indigenous Rights After Right-Wing Politician’s Statement
Ainu rights are in the news again after the head of the Conservative Party of Japan questioned their indigenous status.