TECHNOLOGY
40% of Young Japanese Men Don’t Own a TV
The data shows people aren't just moving online - they're not watching content from traditional broadcast networks at all.
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TECHNOLOGY
CULTURE
Would You Live in a ‘Jiko Bukken’? Over Half in Japan Say Yes – If the Price Is Right
While such properties have long been stigmatized, attitudes may be changing as the cost of everything rises.
POLITICS
Survey: Majority in Japan Believe Lies About Foreigners Getting Preferential Treatment
Populist politicians claim without evidence that foreigners are getting overly favorable treatment in Japan. Many believe them.
LGBTQ
Support for Transgender Rights Slips Hard in Japan, Says New Worldwide Survey
While LGBTQ people in general lost support, transgender people face challenges in Japan in terms of both awareness and acceptance.
LIVING IN JAPAN
Survey: Japanese People Have No Confidence In Their English – But Tourists Say It’s Great
Of those who refused to communicate with someone in English, 76.5% said it was due to lack of confidence.
SOCIETY
Poll: Over Half of Married Japanese Women Wanted to Keep Their Maiden Names
Politicians are still duking out the merits of changing the Meiji-era law forcing joint spousal surnames.
TRAVEL
Poll: 68% Say Record-Setting Japan Tourism a Good Thing
Good news for those spooked by overtourism headlines: a clear majority in Japan say they approve of the influx of visitors.
CULTURE
Most Japanese Say “Meh” to Nengajo New Year’s Cards
Sending postcards as the first greeting for the New Year is a tradition dating way back in Japan. However, surveys show more…