Culture
Resellers Ruin My Melody 50th Anniversary Goods Release
Despite Sanrio's attempts to limit reselling of the limited edition items, the company's online store sold out within seconds.
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Culture
Travel
Can Japan Grow Tourism As Its Population Ages?
With 40% of its municipalities in danger of disappearing, some experts say Japan needs to focus, not just on increasing tourism, but…
News
Ex-SMAP Member Nakai Masahiro Makes Statement on “Woman Troubles”
Nakai Masahiro has finally broken his silence about the massive settlement he paid a woman who works for Fuji TV.
Living in Japan
Syphilis Cases in Tokyo Keep Climbing, Rise Seven-Fold in 10 Years
New data from Tokyo shows that syphilis keeps spreading thanks to increased opportunities for hookups in the digital age.
Food
Mister Donut Renews Beautiful Collab with Chocolatier Pierre Marcolini
Ready to get your fancy donut on? Check out the new collaboration between the famous donut chain and the famous chocolatier.
Law & Crime
Japanese Man Tries to Get Cop Jailed for Calling Him Names
A man in Shiga Prefecture tried to cross the street against the light and got told off by a cop. That hurt…
Business and Economy
Is 7-11 Becoming Japan’s Worst Combini?
7-11 Japan say a new discount campaign is winning back customers. But many say the chain's offerings are still a raw deal.
Sex & Nightlife
New Host Club Laws in Japan Would Ban Romance, Impose Hefty Fines
The clubs have come under fire for pushing female customers into debt and, in some cases, forcing them into prostitution.