Japan

Yuri Chekalin19.06.2026

Today we’re heading to the very heart of Tokyo — Shibuya. As you’ll see, it’s like Times Square multiplied by a hundred. There are endless crowds, entertainment venues, restaurants, izakayas, and countless little eateries. Tokyo truly never sleeps. You can pass the time until dawn by drinking, playing billiards, reading manga in cafés, or even […]

Yuri Chekalin14.06.2026

Japan has long maintained a cautious immigration policy, emphasizing social stability and controlled migration. Introduction However, demographic challenges such as a declining birth rate, an aging population, and persistent labor shortages have compelled the Japanese government to reconsider its approach to immigration and visa policies. In recent years, Japan has introduced a series of visa […]

Yuri Chekalin12.06.2026

Oda Nobunaga is one of the most influential figures in Japanese history. Living during the turbulent Sengoku, or “Warring States,” period, he began the process of unifying Japan after more than a century of civil conflict. Through military innovation, political vision, and bold leadership, Nobunaga transformed the balance of power in Japan and laid the […]

Yuri Chekalin10.06.2026

The simple answer is that traditional Japanese home cooking tends to center around a main protein dish with a few additional vegetable dishes, and is typically eaten steamed with rice, miso soup, and pickles. This is also true for breakfast. The main dish can be fish, chicken, beef, or pork. The Japanese dislike lamb due […]

Kamil Askerkhanov26.04.2026

The Chinese stratagem works the other way around. While everyone is looking at the Persian Gulf and the blockaded Strait of Hormuz, I’ll try to carefully describe what’s happening further east, where the next step will be. The energy system is becoming the central axis of the current geopolitical shift in Asia. The blockade of […]

Yuri Chekalin19.04.2026

Disability in Japan is a complex and multifaceted issue, intertwining traditional cultural attitudes, government policy, and contemporary social change. Japanese society has historically placed great value on harmony, collectivism, and social responsibility, which significantly influences attitudes toward people with disabilities. On the one hand, Japan has a well-developed social support system. The government provides medical […]

Yuri Chekalin13.04.2026

Nanny robots in Japan are more than just a technological innovation; they reflect the profound social changes facing the country. Japan has long been known for its leadership in robotics and its commitment to incorporating innovation into everyday life. With an aging population and declining birth rate, such developments are especially relevant. One of the […]

Yuri Chekalin11.04.2026

The Japanese education system is widely regarded as one of the most structured and effective in the world, known for its strong academic outcomes, disciplined environment, and emphasis on social responsibility. Rooted in a combination of traditional values and modern reforms, it reflects Japan’s broader cultural priorities: respect, perseverance, and group harmony. Compulsory education in […]

Michael Mozzhechkov25.03.2026

Dedicated to Dostoevsky Days: August 7 to 16, 2026, in Tokyo and Osaka. The enduring fascination of the Japanese public with Fyodor Mikhailovich Dostoevsky is not merely a niche literary preference but a cornerstone of modern Japanese identity. For over a century, Dostoevsky has served as a mirror for a nation navigating the turbulent waters […]

Yuri Chekalin20.03.2026

At a time of growing geopolitical tension, we, a group of authors of the international online journal “The CommentaTHOR,” express concern about the current state of cultural exchange, as well as the negative processes that are redefining the generally accepted values of literature and art in general. It is clear that world culture represents a […]

Notes from Japan: Hachikō

Visa Reform in Japan

Oda Nobunaga: The Unifier Who Changed Japan

Japanese Home Cooking Is Simple

“Making a Fuss in the East, Attacking in the West”

Disability in Japan

Nanny Robots Will Raise Japanese Children

Modern Japanese Education is Based on Traditions

A Century of Russian Fever in the Japanese Psyche

Memorandum on the “Days of Dostoevsky” Festival in Japan

Modern Relevance of Dostoevsky

Washington-Style Game of Thrones

Eighty Years Old Today

Socialists Continue to Gain Popularity Within the Democratic Party