TOKYO (AP) — Ryuichi Ichinokawa’s life could be right out of the movie “Rental Family” as the founder nearly two decades ago ...

Japan's new PM has vowed to "work, work, work," even on two hours of sleep. Critics warn her stance could revive toxic ...

Behind Japan’s legendary work ethic lurks a dark secret. For decades, the country has been plagued by people driven to an ...

I moved to Japan three years ago and started working a corporate job. Hanging out with coworkers at nomikai is important, and they often involve a lot of alcohol. Fax machines are surprisingly popular ...

The UK's biggest celebration of Japanese culture will come to Manchester for the first time later this week. The three-day ...

Anime often serves as a vibrant window into Japanese culture, offering more than just entertainment — it reflects ...

In Japan, a dual pricing model could see tourists charged more than locals in an effort to increase revenue and combat overtourism. Junguria Okinawa, a theme park scheduled to open in northern Okinawa ...

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Japanese proverbs, or kotowaza, are short, poetic reflections shaped by centuries of culture, philosophy, and everyday wisdom ...

Japan’s demanding work culture is back in the spotlight as fresh stories highlight the pressures faced by workers—from a ...

This is an updated version of a story first published on April 27, 2025. The original video can be viewed here. The world's population may have recently exceeded eight billion, but it's a deceptive ...