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Jigoro Kano: The Founder of Judo and His Enduring Legacy

March 31, 2025 by Japan Daily Leave a Comment

This article will focus on the history of Jigoro Kano, the man that preferred to be called a learner rather than a master. Study reports that Jigoro Kano was born on October 28, 1860, in Mikage which is a district of Kobe, Japan. He hailed from a well-known family, with his father, Jirosaku Kano, serving as a prominent official for the Shogunate. Kano was renowned as an … [Read more...] about Jigoro Kano: The Founder of Judo and His Enduring Legacy

Osaka Restaurant Sparks Debate with “No Chinese Customers” Sign

Osaka, May 14, 2025 — A yakitori restaurant in Osaka has come under fire after a discriminatory sign was posted at its entrance stating that Chinese customers were not allowed, citing “many people with bad manners.” The incident has triggered widespread backlash on both Chinese and Japanese social media, igniting debate over customer conduct, cultural […]

Japanese Influencer Spends Over $170,000 on Surgery and Becomes Unrecognizable.

In today’s online world, where beauty is often filtered and perfected, the line between digital fantasy and physical reality continues to blur. One case, in particular, has captivated people across Asia and beyond—a Japanese influencer who has spent nearly a decade altering her appearance to the point that she is now unrecognizable from her former […]

Crying at Work? In Japan, You Can Hire a Handsome Weeping Boy to Comfort You

Employees in a variety of industries now frequently experience stress, anxiety, and burnout in the workplace. Anybody can experience emotional exhaustion from the pressure to meet deadlines, handle challenging clients, and negotiate office politics. But imagine a world where you don’t have to suffer alone, where a professional is hired specifically to comfort you through […]

Pepsi Flavors You Can Only Buy In Japan

As the world becomes more connected, finding products that are unique to specific countries can be tough. But in Japan, you can still find foods and drinks that are special to the country. For food, while different types of sushi are popular, the real standout is Japan’s unique Kit Kat flavors.For drinks, while sake is […]

15 Countries And Their Typical School Uniforms

Schools in many countries around the world require their students to wear uniforms. This practice can be traced all the way back to 16th century England and the Christ Hospital School in London which in 1552 was the first school to introduce uniforms. Since then many debates have been had whether or not wearing uniforms […]