HISTORY
Haniwa! New Exhibit Showcases Japan Before It Became Japan
Want a rare peak into Japan's pre-history? An expanded exhibit at Tokyo National Museum is celebrating Haniwa, funerary statues from the country's…
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TRAVEL
How Are Foreign Tourists Getting Japanese Driver’s Licenses?
Think you need a residence card to get a Japanese driver's license? Turns out you don't - you just need a piece…
TRAVEL
Why Is Osaka Expo a Bust With Japan’s Inbound Tourists?
The Osaka Expo takes place next year. But does anyone care? A lack of support among inbound tourists as well as its…
BUSINESS AND ECONOMY
Japan’s Best-Paying Hourly Jobs? Costco and IKEA
Real wages in Japan have remained pathetically low for several decades. Unless, that is, you work for Costco or IKEA. As the…
SEX & NIGHTLIFE
Japan Snack Bar Tours are Growing (Thanks, Anime)
It used to be an experience reserved exclusively for Japanese speakers. Lately, however, tours to snack bars are growing in popularity. That's…
TRAVEL
Miyagi Prefecture: The Top 10 Must-See Travel Spots
Wanna see something different while in Japan? Get away from the crowds - head to Miyagi Prefecture and check out these top…
LGBTQ
Japanese Lingerie Brand’s Transgender-Inclusive Policy Faces Backlash
Japanese lingerie company Wacoal is experiencing significant backlash after unveiling a new transgender-friendly changing room policy. As a result, the company appears…
LAW & CRIME
Who Really Killed This Famous Japanese Fortune Teller?
Someone murdered the man convicted of killing famous Japanese fortune teller Fujita Kototome. His sudden death and conflicting evidence have led many…