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What You Need to Know About Abe’s Resignation
Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has announced he's stepping down. Why, what does this mean, and who's up for the job?
By Lucy Dayman 5 min read
The Terrace House Seasons Ranked From Best to Worst
Not all seasons are created equal.
Sitting Down with Sierra Todd, the Founder of Black Lives Matter Tokyo
Harajuku fashionista, art student, Black Lives Matter Tokyo founder, and all-around badass.
Top 5 Must-Watch Anime from Kyoto Animation Studios
You can't call yourself a true fan without knowing these five anime from Kyoto Animation!
6 Japanese Crime Novels To Get Your Heart Racing
Was it suicide or murder? Accident or arson? Add these novels to your summer reading list to find out.
Japan’s Obvious Poems Turn Silliness into Art
Learn how to say nothing in the most impressive way possible with atarimae poems.
Couples Stuck in Quarantine Found it Helped Them Grow Closer According to Survey
Turns out being cooped up was a good thing for our readers in relationships. As for the singles, is your finger tired of swiping on Tinder yet?
Kanji Cheat Sheet: Getting a Commuter Pass in Japan
Get a shiny new commuter pass all by yourself with this kanji guide.
Just How Much of the Yakuza Series is a Replica of Japan? A lot.
Discover the real-life places in Osaka and Tokyo that inspired Sega’s Yakuza video game series.
Five J-Rock Artists for Anime Fans to Get Into for 2020
Add these killer bands to your otaku playlist.
How Discovering Meditation in Japan Helped Me Find Peace
Chronicles of a turbulent meditator and where you can try it for yourself.
