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Same-Sex Couple in Japan Fights for Daughter’s Citizenship Amid Legal Limbo

Tokyo, Japan — A Japanese-American same-sex couple is taking the Japanese government to court after their daughter, born through assisted reproduction in the United States, was denied Japanese citizenship, rendering the child effectively stateless in her parents’ home country. The case exposes glaring gaps in Japan’s family registration system and its failure to keep pace with […]

Notable 1,000-Year-Old Companies in Japan

Japan is home to some of the oldest businesses in the world, with a surprising number of companies that have existed for over a millennium. These 1,000-year-old companies stand as a testament to resilience, tradition, and a deep commitment to craftsmanship and customer service. While many businesses struggle to survive for even a decade, these […]

Eat Like a Viking

The term All-you-can-eat is a cumbersome, mouthful of a word. Buffet is a good substitute, but not entirely accurate as some buffets are not unlimited. My personal favorite is the term smorgasbord, but even that is not always associated with food. If only English had a more concise word like the Japanese word tabehoudai, or […]

Slurping Noodles: A Cultural, Practical, and Sensory Experience

Noodles are one of the most beloved foods worldwide, with countless variations in different cultures. From Italian pasta to Japanese ramen, from Chinese lo mein to Thai pad Thai, noodles are a staple in many cuisines. However, one of the most interesting aspects of noodle consumption, particularly in Asian cultures, is the act of slurping. […]

Japanese company to launch the human washing machine

Imagine stepping into a washing machine—not for your clothes, but for you! That’s exactly what Science Co., a shower manufacturer based in Osaka, has created with their groundbreaking invention, the “Mirai no Sentakuki” (Human Washing Machine of the Future). This isn’t the first time Japan has experimented with human washing machines, but this new version […]