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ex-section1 May 26, 2026

Umbrellas out, dehumidifiers on

Why does life in Japan sometimes feel like an endless rotation of seasonal survival tactics? With tsuyu (rainy season) fast approaching, it's once again time for dehumidifiers, rain covers, emergency laundry plans and the annual battle against mold. (Thu-Huong Ha, 2024)

ex-section1 May 13, 2026

Abandoned but not forgotten

In our inaugural issue, this story resonated strongly with readers. Interest in akiya (abandoned homes) shows no sign of abating, with this more recent piece charting an urban planner’s ambitious rethink of rural Japan’s vacant properties. (Laura Pollacco, 2023; Florentyna Leow, 2025)