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Viral Disaster Rumor Impacts Japan’s Tourism Industry

May 1, 2025 by Japan Daily Leave a Comment

Tokyo, April 28, 2025 — A baseless rumor predicting a catastrophic disaster in Japan on July 5, 2025, has spread rapidly online, causing a significant decline in tourist bookings and affecting the country’s tourism industry. The rumor, amplified by social media and sensationalist content creators, has led to widespread anxiety among potential visitors, particularly from Asian … [Read more...] about Viral Disaster Rumor Impacts Japan’s Tourism Industry

Top 6 Websites to Search Stigmatized Properties

April 16, 2025 by Japan Daily Leave a Comment

Moving to Japan is an exciting adventure, but finding the perfect home can feel daunting, especially when you stumble across suspiciously cheap rentals. Could they be jiko bukken—stigmatized properties with a dark past? For foreigners eager to dive into Japan’s real estate market and uncover insider knowledge, understanding stigmatized properties is key to making informed … [Read more...] about Top 6 Websites to Search Stigmatized Properties

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Japan court orders the dissolution of the Unification Church

TOKYO March 25, 2025 : A courtroom in Tokyo buzzing with tension, a decision looming that could reshape the landscape of religious freedom in Japan. On March 25, 2025, that scene became reality when the Tokyo District Court ordered the dissolution of the Unification Church, a South Korean-born religious group that’s stirred controversy for decades. […]

The Town That Banned Cucumbers

I remember being a kid and having an adversity to cucumbers. Had I known about Adose-Cho (網戸瀬町) in Fukui, I would’ve immediately moved there. You see, this entire town has outlawed growing, and subsequently eating the innocent little Cucumber. Whence does this dislike of Cucumbers come from? Read on and find out what the townspeople […]

10 Best Tokyo Rooftop Bars And Restaurants

Head to the top rooftop bars and eateries Tokyo offers for cool drinks and stunning views. As the weather gets warmer, Tokyoites head to the outdoors to enjoy many of the most exciting ways to spend time in the city. These include strolling through Tokyo’s gorgeous parks, admiring a Japanese landscape, spotting public artworks, and […]

The Most Dangerous Fish in the World: A Dive into the Deadly Depths

Imagine swimming in the crystal-clear waters of a tropical paradise, only to feel a sudden, sharp pain in your foot. You glance down and see nothing but sand and rocks—until one of those “rocks” starts to move. You’ve just encountered a stonefish, the most venomous fish in the world. This is just one example of […]

Why Japan’s Non-Melting Ice Cream Is the Summer’s Coolest Treat

Imagine biting into an ice cream that resists melting—even under scorching summer sun or a blast from a hair dryer. In Japan, scientists discovered a clever twist on frozen desserts: non-melting ice cream made using natural strawberry extract. This summer treat keeps its shape for hours, merging food science with delicious innovation. How the Accident […]