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At most bookstores, knowing the author’s name isn’t enough to let you find what you’re looking for, but Seiwado is an exception.
Tokyo-based firm understands it can be hard for some people to speak up when they’re feeling run down.
Governor of Tokyo wants people to stop saying the old term because paternal leave is not a vacation.
System has no family income restrictions and will address low birth rate, politicians hope.
Prominent music critic puts the blame on idol “hostess club” tactics for Japan’s lack of “competitive ability,” but fans say that’s missing the point.
And a lot of 20-something women are yet to go on their first date too, according to government study.
Online survey investigates one specific way that the youth of today consume, or rather don’t consume, music.
Survey asks Japanese people how they feel about going somewhere cheap and cheerful for a first date.
The once ubiquitous promotional tool snuffed out like a… What do you call those stick thingies again?
Japanese men and women reveal the fears they have when taking their relationship to the next level.
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