Japan's Telegram Tradition
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Breakdancing joins the Olympic Games in Paris 2024.
Foreign Children's Education Woes
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Sendai blends traditional kimonos with Hawaii's iconic Aloha shirts.
Inclusive Café Innovation
Japanese café introduces speech-to-text displays for better communication.
Budget Baskin Robbins Challenge
How to stretch 1,000 yen at Baskin Robbins Japan.
Balloon Bomb Survivor's Story
Survivor shares harrowing experiences from Japan’s WWII balloon bomb project.
Viral Mascot Train Ride
Japanese mascot goes viral attempting to ride a local train.
Visitor Tax Exemption Boost
Japan expands tax exemption for foreign visitors to spur tourism.
Japan's Most Convenient Prepaid Card: General Sales Set to Resume
Japan's popular prepaid train and shopping card is returning soon.
Udon Pizza? Pizza Hut Japan’s Latest Creation Only in One Region
Pizza Hut Japan unveils a special udon pizza—but it's region-exclusive.
Concerns Over National Food Security
Japan's food self-sufficiency rate sparks concerns over national security.