Japan

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 […]

Michael Mozzhechkov06.02.2026

The Japanese robotics industry is undergoing a transformation as it attempts to adapt to the era of physical artificial intelligence. Traditional leaders such as Fanuc and Yaskawa Electric, which dominated the market for decades with their precision-programmed movements, are now forced to catch up with competitors in the field of autonomous systems. Physical AI is […]

Michael Mozzhechkov05.02.2026

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Japan’s Supreme Court upheld the condemnation of an American Air Force serviceman stationed in Okinawa, who was sentenced to five years in prison for the abduction and sexual assault of a girl under 16 in 2023. In a decision handed down on Saturday, the Second Division of the Supreme Court rejected the appeal of defendant […]

Serg Levine09.01.2026

Among the eternal questions of humanity, such as “Who is to blame?”, “What is to be done?” and “Is there life on Mars?”, the question “What is the meaning of life?” occupies a special place. Everyone faces this existential problem. Some sooner, some later. You can live for half a century without ever considering the […]

Yuri Chekalin30.10.2025

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi told U.S. President Donald Trump during their first summit on Tuesday that Japan intends to keep importing Russian liquefied natural gas for the time being, a Japanese government source said Wednesday. The United States had been urging Japan to end Russian energy imports to reinforce sanctions on Moscow over its full-scale […]

Yuri Chekalin23.10.2025

Shinto has no founder, no doctrine, no commandments, no idols, and no organization. What it does have are ambiguous characteristics like sympathy and silent experience. This is the very reason why it has been often considered a non-religion by Japanese scholars as well as foreign intellectuals. Japan’s unique historical circumstances and cultural background explain the […]

Yuri Chekalin27.09.2025

A research team including the Japanese Circulation Society has uncovered a link between air pollution and heart attacks. In its study, the researchers determined that exposure to high concentrations of microscopic particulate matter (PM2.5) in the air increases the risk of acute myocardial infarction. PM2.5 refers to extremely fine particles with a diameter of 2.5 micrometers or less that […]

Yuri Chekalin17.09.2025

Shinto is often referred to as polytheistic, because there are many Kami that are classified in three ways: amatsukami (heavenly Kami), kunitsukami (earthly Kami) and yaoyorozu no kami (myriad other Kami). Kami are therefore not necessarily deities in the sense that is usually understood, but possess a wide variety of spiritual powers and attributes. Shinto […]

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Modern Japanese Education is Based on Traditions

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Memorandum on the “Days of Dostoevsky” Festival in Japan

The Beginning of the Era of Physical AI in Japan

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In Search of Ikigai

Japan to Keep Importing Russian LNG

The Tragedy of “Not-Having-Any”

Another Reason for a Heart Attack

Characteristics of Shinto

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Madama Butterfly and the Japan of the Western Imagination

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