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Japanese Border Restrictions Have Sparked Demonstrations Worldwide

January 29, 2022 by Japan Informer

Pablo Ortez resigned from his work, sold his belongings, and prepared to join his wife in Japan but found out 72 hours before his departure that the Japanese government had placed a travel ban. After calling them, the embassy informed him that he couldn't fly, and now, he's moved in with his mother and doesn't know when he can be reunited with his wife. Japan's new travel … [Read more...] about Japanese Border Restrictions Have Sparked Demonstrations Worldwide

Japan Extends Border Restrictions Till End Of February

January 13, 2022 by Japan Informer

As the COVID cases and its omicron variant spread across the prefectures in Japan, officials have decided to extend the border restrictions till the end of February. This decision of banning entry for foreigners comes from the statement of the country's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Tuesday. Since November 30th this year, the country has allowed Japanese citizens and … [Read more...] about Japan Extends Border Restrictions Till End Of February

6-year-old Girl Dead, Abusive Brother Is The Main Suspect

On August 1st, a 6-year-old girl passed away in the city of Otsu, Shiga Prefecture. Cause of death? ..abuse she had suffered from her 17-year-old brother. The family was economically unwell, and the mother was absent most of the time. On the morning of August 1st, the brother came running to the closest house to […]

Dog Follows Google Street View Car In Japan, Hilariously ‘Ruins’ Each And Every Photo

Google Street View is a useful and fun feature that allows people to explore the world from the comfort of their homes. The camera finds itself in some surprisingly isolated and wonderful places, and sometimes manages to capture some truly bizarre scenes on it’s journey throughout the world. Added to that is this episode from […]

Meiji Era-Style Starbucks To Open Up Outside Hot Springs That Inspired Spirited Away And The View is Really Amazing

The global coffeehouse chain has two stunning stores planned for theseworld-famous tourist spots. Starbucks might be a global company, but in Japan it has a cult-like following. There’s an insatiable appetite for anything emblazoned with the iconic green mermaid logo here, which means customers get to enjoy new Frappuccino releases every other month, and limited-edition drinkware is […]

10 New Year Traditions Unique To Japan

Every country celebrates New Year’s Eve and the New Year in delightful ways. As an example, Japan is a nation that welcomes the year with numerous ancient rituals and rituals. As the capital city of overwork in the world, New Year’s holiday gives enough time people in Japan to rest and revel in new year’s […]

144-Year-Old Wisteria Tree In Japan looks Like Something Out Of A Movie

These breathtaking photos, taken in the dark with hints of purple and pink, are actual images of Japan’s biggest Wisteria (or Wistaria ) tree. This 144-year-old Wisteria, situated in the Ashikaga Flower Park in Tochigi, Japan, appears as no ordinary tree. With branches that stretch over a half-mile, standing in front of this tree will […]

Masters Of Ink: Radical Black Ink Tattoos By Exiled Japanese Artist Gakkin

Masters of Ink is a Konbini original introducing you to a whole spectrum of tattoo artists from all over the world. Custom designers specializing in every style from modern dotwork to traditional Americana tattoos – tune in for something new every week!Traditions and labels are two concepts easily overused in the public’s perception of tattoo […]

10 Things Japan Is One Step Ahead Than Any Other Country

A Japanese international advertising agency Dentsu headquartered in Tokyo announced the results of its annual Japan Brand Survey. It asks for opinions from people around the globe about the country. The study included 3,600 men/women from 17 countries. According to the international community, their responses were used for a compilation of a list, i.e., 10 things japan is one step […]

Japan Asks US Military To Strictly Stay Within The Bases After Drastic Rise In COVID cases

On Thursday, Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi demanded that the U.S. military in Japan remain within their bases to stop the spreading of COVID-19. Hayashi revealed that he spoke via phone to U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and was promised the most extraordinary effort to protect individuals’ health. There was no confirmation on whether […]

Demon Slayer Jack-O-Lanterns Are Sure To Lighten Up Your Halloween!

While trick-or-treating might be limited this year due to concerns about social distancing, there will be those who would like to share Halloween by placing an ol’ jack-o’-lantern outside of their home. Carving pumpkins isn’t an aspect of Japanese tradition, and you’d need to have a friend from outside of Japan to view one in […]

6 Most Beautiful Zen Rock Gardens In Kyoto

Many people go to Kyoto to see the ancient temples or for the spring blooms of sakura (cherry blossoms), but Kyoto’s old-fashioned rock gardens are unavoidable. The absence of flowers doesn’t only decide the beauty; the intentional placement of stones and the minimal designs in the sand, which include pebbles that look like waves, are […]