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7 Terrifying Japanese Urban Legends That Are Based on True Stories
From human sacrifices to abandoned villages, these real Japanese legends give us the creeps.
By Erika Van 't Veld 7 min read
8 Halloween Treats You Can Get at the Convenience Store in Japan
Save the tricks and give us all the spooky fall-flavored treats.
Netflix’s The Naked Director: A Dodgy Dive into Japanese Porn and “Real” Sex
This semi-biographical ode to Japanese AV does little more than maintain the status quo—but it makes us think while doing so.
5 Classic Japanese Horror Movies You Must Watch
We dare you to watch these J-horror classics alone in the dark this weekend.
What Do Japanese People Think About Japan’s Return to Commercial Whaling?
In an issue fraught with controversy, the reaction of locals seems just as ambiguous.
5 Updates to Know About Queer Eye: We’re in Japan! Coming to Netflix Nov. 1
The U.S. got Marie Kondo’ed. Now, it’s time for Japan to get Queer Eye’ed. Arigato, Netflix!
Study Japanese With a Two Week Autumn Program in Stunning Akita Prefecture
Akita Inaka School’s course combines learning Japanese with outdoor activities, cultural classes and meeting adorable Akita dogs!
Japan’s Toxic Drinking Culture No One Talks About
Japan has a problem but is too addicted to admit it.
8 Side Jobs for Foreigners to Make Extra Money in Japan
As the gig economy model grows abroad, Japan’s government is now encouraging workers to take second jobs. Here’s our pick of the best side hustles for foreign workers.
Tokyo Game Show 2019: 5 Upcoming Game Releases to Watch out For
Our pick of the best games showcased this year.
How the October Consumption Tax Hike Will Affect You
Worried about the upcoming increase in consumption tax in Japan? Here's how it might impact your daily life.
These Tweets Show the Havoc Wreaked on Tokyo by Typhoon Faxai Yesterday
Posts tagged #台風15号 (Typhoon No.15) looked like something out of a disaster movie.
