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Akiko Fujita

Rudolf Hess march in Wunsiedel

A German town turns a neo-Nazi march into an anti-hate walkathon

Global Scan

A German town has spent decades grappling with a neo-Nazi group marching through it, honoring a Nazi hero. But this year, they came up with a way to make a little good come out of the march. Meanwhile, Norway is making its passports into works of art that reflect their country. And a video explanation of why the US and Liberia are linked by history. Those stories and more in today’s Global Scan.

US military buildup in Guam

Japan’s Gasoline Rationing Experience

Environment
The World

Another prime minister for Japan?

Global Politics
The World

Japanese craft ritual for divorce

Conflict & Justice
The World

Famous Kabuki theater to close

Arts, Culture & Media

A famous Kabuki theater is closing its doors at the end of the month. The theater’s owner says its too outdated to remain open.

The World

Fish rock

Arts, Culture & Media

The Japanese seem to be losing their appetite for fish. A government study shows the average consumption of seafood in the country has dropped below meat. That’s forced Japan’s fishing industry to fight back with music! Akiko Fujita checked out the sound.

The World

Japan’s North Korean schools

Global Politics

North Korea funds 10 high schools in Japan. These schools cater to students of Korean descent living in Japan, and the schools aren’t popular with the Japanese government. Reporter Akiko Fujita explains.

The World

Kit Kat big in Japan

Arts, Culture & Media

American candy lovers know the Kit Kat bar. But few would recognize the varieties sold in Japan. 200 kinds of Kit Kat bars have been sold in Japan over the years. Akiko Fujita checked out the candy in Tokyo.

The World

US-Japan custody battle

Conflict & Justice

A custody battle between a Tennessee man and his Japanese ex-wife is highlighting legal differences between the two countries. Japan doesn’t recognize international custody. Reporter Akiko Fujita has the story.