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The serene interior of a taxi represents the standard of service all drivers must uphold. A blurry future for some in a new town. Photo: Ramiro Vargas / chilanga.com The iconic white-gloved hand, the pristine sedan, the automatic door that opens with a whisper—this is the image of the Japanese taxi and taxi drivers, a symbol of impeccable service and quiet efficiency. Yet, behind this polished facade lies a pressing national crisis: a severe shortage of drivers. An aging wor

A group of rope climbers steadies themself against a Tokyo building near the Shibuya crossing. Photo: Ramiro Vargas / chilanga.com : Suspended between the sky and the city, Tokyo’s rope climbers live in a world that most people only look up to—literally. These unsung heroes, who hang from skyscrapers to install or maintain billboards, banners, and signage, risk their lives daily for the visuals that define the capital’s skyline. Rope climbing work in Tokyo isn’t glamorous, bu

File photo:RV / chilanga.com As Japan moves closer to its 2025 National Elections, the spotlight turns toward a critical and often...

What is really happening in this case involving public resources. In Japan—a country known for its discipline, order, and academic...

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In a decisive electoral vote victory, US President Donald Trump has been elected as the next President of the United States, marking a...