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Skipping tax payments by showing your passport may become a thing of the past as government finds billions of yen have been improperly waived.
There’s a lot of snickering from other parts of the world when they find out that some people in Japan still use fax machines, but an an even more old-school communications method is still an option too.
An upcoming legal change will finally allow divorcing couples to seek joint custody of their children in Japan and opinions are mixed.
Tells people with few children to put their hands over their hearts and regret their actions.
Board of Education doesn’t want students to be penalized for times when missing school is necessary.
Lawson makes move to protect employee’s privacy, also changes policy regarding head coverings.
Shibuya looks to expand its Halloween drinking ban while another neighborhood wants to add one of its own.
Japanese kindness leaves a lot to be desired in World Giving Index, but there may be a reason for it.
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We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
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Manga artist Kenya Suzuki convicted of child pornography charges, given suspended prison sentence
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Gacha gourmet — can we survive only eating meals that we pull a capsule toy replica version of?
Japan considering raising international traveler departure tax even more than previously reported
Major Japanese noodle chain is closing on Christmas Eve so workers can spend time with families
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
Starbucks Japan releases a surprising new Frappuccino for autumn
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Japanese mom praises hard-studying teenage son…for his Pokémon notes?!?
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