Former Prime Minister and President of the Tokyo Olympic organizing committee Yoshiro Mori is being pressured to step down after several comments about women at a board meeting have sparked an outrage from many online.
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Christian Dakin is an editor, designer, and video game director currently based out of Tokyo, Japan. Originally from a small town in Georgia, he studied in Japan for a year in college before returning again for work. Christian enjoys studying Japanese and the outdoors. In his off time, he is most likely to be found adventuring to a castle, belting it out in karaoke with friends, or in a gym somewhere.
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Three Japanese Politicians Resign After Lying About Night Club Visits
On February 2, three members of Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party announced their withdrawal after details of their visits to night clubs emerged.
February 3, 2021
Death Note Manga Returns After 14 Years with Short Stories Compilation
After 14 and a half years since its last publication, a new Death Note manga is being released. DEATH NOTE Short Stories will go on sale from February 4, 2021.
January 29, 2021
Japan Aims to Vaccinate Around 75% of Country by October
As Japan secures vaccinations for millions, rigorous testing and logistics variables may delay distribution by months.
January 28, 2021
Japan Rules Against Dual Citizenship in First Official Court Decision
On January 21st, a Japanese court ruled that the ban on dual citizenship is constitutional and will continue to be upheld.
January 21, 2021
“Silent Eating” at Restaurants is Spreading Across Japan
Japan has begun implementing moku-shoku, or “Silent Eating” in various restaurants as Corona cases remain high despite a State of Emergency.
January 21, 2021
Sapporo’s Newest Beer Label Error Leads to Controversy and Confusion
Sapporo Breweries faced online criticism after deciding to stop the sale of a beer after misspelling the word lager by one letter. Sapporo has since retracted the cancelation of the product and plans to sell it as normal.
January 15, 2021
Trump’s Japanese Fans Continue Support After Capitol Attack
Trump supporters in Japan continue online support after a protest in Tokyo contesting election results.
January 14, 2021
Slam Dunk to Receive New Anime Movie Adaptation
The legendary basketball sport series Slam Dunk will receive a new anime movie adaptation according to author Takehiko Inoue.
January 8, 2021
Japan Readies to Announce State of Emergency as Corona Surges
As Corona cases continue to surge across Japan, the government readies another state of emergency. The restrictions will encourage restaurants and bars to close earlier and call for people to avoid going out after 8 p.m.
January 7, 2021