The only noises to be heard are footsteps and video editing suites firing up. The nice ceremonies come later.
New emperor of Japan enthroned in wordless ceremony
Japan's rice crisis: Greedy tourists won't stop eating it
Japan is selling off its emergency rice stash for the first time since 1995 because prices have doubled, and would you believe one of the culprits is tourists stuffing their… READ THE REST
Interviewing Shibuya strangers for the best of Japan
Is it just me, or are street interviewers enjoying a bit of a renaissance lately? There's something so fundamentally intriguing about being able to peer into a stranger's inner world… READ THE REST
A fascinating look at the Nambu-tekki cast iron process
When I hear the words "cast iron," I typically think about frying pans, and how I know I'm supposed to season them but never quite do it right. I've certainly… READ THE REST
Act fast to secure a MacBook Pro for under $350 with this deal that's bound to sell out
TL;DR: Bring home a MacBook Pro for only $329.97 (reg. $1,499) through April 30 while supplies last. In the market for a new laptop without the hefty price tag? Thanks to this MacBook Pro deal, you… READ THE REST
This Microsoft laptop makes a great everyday computer, and now it's 49% off
TL;DR: The Microsoft Surface SE is a great everyday laptop that you can currently score for 49% off, just $189.99, if you act fast. Looking for the perfect laptop for work or… READ THE REST
Want to leave the country? Go bilingual with exclusive Babbel discount from StackSocial
TL;DR: Save hundreds on a lifetime subscription to the language learning app Babbel with this exclusive discount from StackSocial for just $129.99 (reg. $599). If you're thinking it might be time to leave… READ THE REST
