While the “Epstein Files” continue to make headlines across the world, Japan has responded in its own unique way — not with loud protests or political finger-pointing, but with quiet curiosity, critical distance, and underlying discomfort. In July 2025,…
Conspiracy theories have long fascinated people around the world, and Japan is no exception. While the term “Deep State” is more commonly associated with U.S. politics, many Japanese also speculate about unseen forces pulling the strings behind the scenes.…
When many hear the word “communist,” they may imagine authoritarian regimes, strict control, and anti-capitalist revolutions. However, in Japan, the Japanese Communist Party (JCP)—despite its name—plays a very different role in the political landscape. With over a century of…
Japan’s public debt has surpassed 1,100 trillion yen, making it the highest among developed nations in terms of GDP ratio—over 250%. Yet, within Japan, anxiety about this level of debt is surprisingly low. A growing number of Japanese citizens…
As of July 17, 2025, Donald Trump remains a polarizing figure globally — and curiously, he’s found a fanbase not just in the United States, but also across the Pacific in Japan. While Japan’s domestic politics rarely mirror America’s,…
As of July 16, 2025, many countries are still reacting to the revived U.S. tariff policies President Donald Trump. While places like Canada and parts of Europe have seen public outrage and organized boycotts of American products, Japan’s response…
Introduction In recent weeks, a phrase has been making waves in Japan’s political sphere and social media: “Nihonjin First” (日本人ファースト). While it may sound similar to slogans like “America First,” its meaning—and implications—are subtly but significantly different. So, what…
📌 Introduction In recent years, Japan has witnessed the growing popularity of far-right narratives, with the rise of political groups like Sanseitō. What is fueling this shift? From rising living costs to distrust in institutions, a complex set of…
Japan has struggled with stagnant wage growth for nearly three decades. In this post, we investigate the key causes—from productivity and employment rigidity to corporate behaviors and policy shortcomings—and suggest actionable insights. 1. 🧩 Productivity vs. Wages Between the…
In the years following Donald Trump’s presidency, many in Japan are still reflecting on how his aggressive trade policies—especially tariffs—impacted the country’s perception of the United States. From 2018 to 2020, tensions between the two nations escalated over economic…
