Society
Kodokushi: Why Dying Alone in Japan Is On The Rise
An aging population means more Japanese are dying alone in their homes, which had led to a booming clean-up industry. Can anything…
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Religion in Japan: A Complex and Intricate Affair
Why, in a country littered with shrines and temples, does the majority of the population claim to practice no religion?
Culture
Respect for the Aged Day: Its Origins and Celebration in Japan
What is Respect for the Aged Day? An overview of Japan's national holiday, including its origins and related cultural myths.
Entertainment
Retiring Amuro Namie to Japanese Press: Back Off My Family
The retirement of Amuro Namie has given us proof that, no matter how "polite" your culture is, the press are pretty much…
Entertainment
Remembering Sakura Momoko, The Creator of Chibi Maruko-chan
The life of the legendary cartoonist and essayist Sakura Momoko was one of juxtaposition between traditional and modern Japan. A look back…
Society
Japanese Business Experts Decry Japan’s “Customer is God” Mentality
Japan's customer service is world famous, but some Japanese commentators wonder whether the country has gone too far.
Entertainment
Let’s Hail the Calm and Collected Sportsmanship of Osaka Naomi (大坂なおみ)
In the controversy surrounding the US Open match, let's focus on the positive and laud Osaka Naomi's talent, tact, and sportsmanship.
Social Media
After the Storm: Japanese Social Media Captures Pictures from Typhoon 21 (“Jebi”)
From toppled trucks to dumpsters and vending machines "driving" down streets, Japanese social media users captured some amazing footage of "Jebi", a.k.a.…