Long lines in front of women’s restrooms are a scene so common in Japan that many accept it as inevitable. But lately, a growing movement has begun to question this…
Okinawa’s tropical landscape has long been a draw for beach lovers and cultural explorers. But now, the island is aiming to become Japan’s next big entertainment destination with the long-awaited…
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In Japan, death has long been treated with reverence, tradition, and ritual. But in recent years, one sobering reality has begun to surface: dying in Japan now costs more than…
❄️ Introduction: Niseko’s Meteoric Rise Over the last two decades, Niseko has undergone a dramatic transformation. What was once a sleepy ski town in Hokkaido known mainly to domestic tourists…
As of July 27, 2025, Japan’s character and anime industry continues to be a global powerhouse. From the nostalgic classics to rising digital-age icons, the financial impact of these intellectual…
Chiikawa — the lovable and slightly tragic little creature — has taken Japan by storm. From toys and keychains to viral tweets and now sushi plates, the character has become…
When investing in the Japanese stock market, there’s a unique and exciting feature that many foreign investors don’t know about: shareholder perks, or kabunushi yutai (株主優待).From instant noodles and rice…
The rise of the “Nihonjin First” (日本人ファースト) movement in Japan has ignited a nationwide debate over a deceptively simple but deeply complex question: Who is truly Japanese? 🇯🇵 At first…
This is not just about a name — it’s about identity, equality, and the soul of Japanese family values. Japan, a country known for technological innovation and high levels of…
