"People gotta go to the movies... The movies have become very unrisky as possible. And the truth is, to get people go to the movies, you have to take some risks." Indeed – I completely agree with him ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Akiko Katayama covers Japanese food and culture. The number of foreign visitors to Japan hit another record high in 2025, ...

Unlike their western counterparts, convenience stores – or konbini – are a neat and functional retail institution in Japan. A place where customers can access the daily essentials, from buying ...

In Japan, Konbini convenience stores have become part of the country's infrastructure, offering fresh meals delivered several times a day, tickets to concerts and museums, and even services like bill ...