Explore the LA neighborhood that offers a slice of Japan

This Los Angeles neighbourhood is an enclave of mochi ball bakeries, manga bookshops and cool karaoke bars where you can sing ...

Dyed hair and nail art ok! More Japanese firms relax rules in tussle for workers

The newest changes around hair colour, nail polish and accessories are predominantly taking place at smaller companies.

Tattoo artists trained in Stillwater prison find work, community at White Bear Lake studio

Travis “Leo” Leonard recently spent 30 hours tattooing an elaborate Japanese-inspired artwork on a customer at No Joke Tattoo ...

Remembering Tatsuya Nakadai, Japan’s Man of a Thousand Faces

The actor, who died on Nov. 8 at age 92, was a frequent, potent foil to Toshiro Mifune and did much of his greatest work ...

Japanese 'muscle girls' challenge conventional beauty standards

With its challenge to Japan’s conventional ideals of feminine beauty, the bar, which opened in mid-2020, draws about 100 customers on average each day, the majority of them foreign tourists, and has ...
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How Yakuza tattoos became a secret symbol in Japan

Yakuza tattoos aren’t just designs - they carry deep meaning, history, and risk. This video explores the symbols, traditions, ...
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This is Japan's hidden world of tattoo artistry

Japan has a long history of tattooing, but modern tattoos are often still taboo. This video explores Tokyo’s underground tattoo scene, showcasing skilled artists, cultural tensions, and the bold ...