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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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This Japanese Airport Hasn’t Lost a Single Bag in Its 30-Year History

In a world where lost luggage is an unfortunate reality for many travelers, one Japanese airport has defied the odds. Kansai International Airport (KIX), located in Osaka Bay, has achieved an almost mythical status by maintaining a perfect track record—no lost baggage in 30 years of operation. This remarkable feat highlights Japan’s renowned commitment to […]

Tranquil Winters: Snow Monkeys in Nagano Bathe in Hot Springs While Sipping on Apples

Deep in the snow-draped mountains of Japan’s Nagano Prefecture, a remarkable scene unfolds each winter — wild macaques, known to the world as snow monkeys in Nagano, gather in steaming hot springs surrounded by pine forests and heavy snowfall. These charming creatures soak peacefully in the mineral-rich waters of Jigokudani Monkey Park, creating one of […]

Taika Reforms: A Pivotal Turning Point in Japanese History

The Taika Reforms (“Great Change”) were a series of political and administrative reforms implemented in Japan in 645 CE under Emperor Kōtoku. Those reforms represented a substantial turn toward centralized imperial rule, primarily influenced by Chinese Confucian and bureaucratic ideals. The Taika reforms aimed to consolidate power under the emperor and establish a structured government, replacing […]

Deer Bow Rituals in Nara; How Japan’s Sika Learned Human-Like Manners

People who visit Nara Park in Japan every year are surprised when a wild deer comes up to them, bows its head, and waits expectantly, often for a snack called Shika Senbei (deer crackers). This beautiful deer bow has become a popular Nara tradition, and gentle herbivores seem to copy human gestures to ask for […]

Top 10 Thrilling Roller Coasters in Japan

When people think of Japan, they usually think of sushi, girls in kimono, otaku types camping outside electronics stores, and maybe this guy. But did you know that Japan is home to some seriously intense roller coasters? Yup, there are more corkscrews, loops and positive Gs in Japan than you can shake a paper fan […]