The Globalist

An economic force waiting in the wings.

How Japan’s culture of overwork and lack of personal space makes life even more difficult for men than women.

Japan’s long history of mask-wearing may be the global future.

Why the Japan-India relationship refuses to take off.

A Japanese woman astronaut reflects on the pandemic

Reflections on Japan, a culture driven by hyper-accuracy and anticipatory nostalgia, and its obsession with the cherry blossom season.

Japan’s longest-serving prime minister achieved not only a stable Japan — but one with a clear view of its own identity and role in the world.

Germany has always been an inspiration to Japan since the country opened itself up. These days, it may be Angela Merkel and her brand of leadership that inspires Japan the most.

10 stunning facts about the amazing world we live in.

In every culture, low interest rates impact the fabric of society and mindsets in distinct ways. Each country thus develops its unique manifestation of nihilism.