New Superfast Shinkansen Line in Japan Delayed, Possibly Until 2034
It promises to be a true bullet train, traversing seven prefectures in 40 minutes. But will the new Shinkansen ever see the light of day?
It promises to be a true bullet train, traversing seven prefectures in 40 minutes. But will the new Shinkansen ever see the light of day?
Japan is often touted as the land of convenience. But for tourists, when it comes to some key activities, the struggle is real.
It’s now so popular you’d think it was ancient – but in truth, takoyaki isn’t even a century old. Learn more about the popular street food.
In the wake of the Noto earthquake, some in Japan are asking how much the country should invest in towns with rapidly shrinking populations.
A new survey says the vast majority of Japan’s irregular public servants – many of them women – routinely suffer harassment at their jobs. Why does no one seem to be doing anything about it?
A court throws out an inflammatory lawsuit, part of a recent string of attempts to silence a Tokyo organization that helps girls in trouble. Read more about the frivolous lawsuit batted back by Colabo and its allies.
Why do some people – particularly women – go out of their way in Japan to divorce their spouse’s families after death? Learn why shigo rikon has been on the rise since the 1980s.
A new commercial from Suntory is drawing praise from social media for spotlighting the silent camaraderie between dads.
Want to stay somewhere a little sweeter while vacationing in Japan? Check out these hotels where dessert is ALWAYS on the menu.
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