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The Convenience and Safety of Ride-Sharing: What Are the Challenges for Its Introduction in Japan?
Ride-sharing services, fueled by advances in technology, have become a widely used mode of transportation across the globe. Companies like Uber and Lyft are leading the market, transforming how people book rides with the ease of a smartp... -
OECD’s Criticism: Japan’s Overinvestment in the Elderly Accelerates Declining Birthrates
Recently, the OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development) criticized the Japanese government for overinvesting in the elderly, claiming that this is one of the causes of the country’s declining birthrate. The OECD repor... -
Is the Anime Ad Really Sexual? Arya’s Illustration Displayed in Kyoto City Subway Sparks Debate
Recently, an illustration of a character from the light novel When the Neighboring Arya Sometimes Softly Murmurs in Russian (Tokidoki Bosotto Roshiago de Dereru Tonari no Arya-san) posted on a Kyoto City Subway Karasuma Line train has be... -
Japan Strong and Prosperous – What is Sanae Takaichi’s vision of the future Japan?
In September 2024, Sanae Takaichi announced his candidacy for the presidency of the Liberal Democratic Party of Japan (LDP), with the catchphrase, “Make Japan the top of the world again. Takaichi has announced a policy of focusing on str... -
Japan-Korea Couples: The Hidden Challenges and Cultural Differences
At first glance, Japanese and Koreans may seem quite similar. Both countries share geographic proximity, physical features, and a deep-rooted history. However, despite these outward similarities, the reality is that Japanese and Korean p... -
Lessons from2024 Rice Panic: 5 Key Points to Avoid Being Misled by the Media
In 2024, there was a period of 1–2 weeks when rice seemed to vanish from the shelves of supermarkets and drugstores across Japan. Many consumers were gripped by the fear that they would no longer be able to purchase rice. This phenomenon... -
Japan Has Many Great Aspects, So Why Does the Media Say It’s “Not Good” So Often?
The Japanese media often focuses on domestic issues and criticizes the country, which has sparked debates both within Japan and abroad. Recently, Egyptian-born talent Fifi's comments about Japanese media have drawn attention. Her words r... -
The Dangers of LUUP Electric Scooters
In recent years, LUUP’s electric scooter sharing service has rapidly spread across urban areas. While it is praised as an environmentally friendly transportation option, it has also sparked significant concerns regarding safety and publi...
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