Join us at JAPAN Forward as we celebrate the end of the year by reflecting on the best of 2023 through the most-read articles on our site. Did you follow the young Okinawan woman who was taking on the establishment and getting noticed? Or the new Harry Potter theme park?
This week's selection features stories and insights on Japanese culture, English communication skills, empty houses, and Okinawa, reflecting the news and events that held our attention in 2023.
Take a look to find out why your fellow readers navigated to these stories more than any others. And, once again, thanks for following JAPAN Forward!
This article highlights numbers 15 to 11 of the most popular stories of 2023.
25 - 21 | 20 - 16 | 15 - 11 | 10 - 6 | 5 - 1
15. Masako Ganaha: Okinawa's Rising Voice on the Global Stage
Masako Ganaha has earned the nickname "Joan of Arc" for her unwavering defense of Okinawa's interests, even confronting seasoned politicians for her cause.
Communicating with people from foreign countries takes more than just being able to hear, speak, read, and write English. It takes experience living overseas.
If you're ready to roll up your sleeves, Japan's empty houses are a worthy investment. One man's akiya could very well turn out to be another man's treasure.
Masamitsu Yoshioka, 105, is the last survivor of those who attacked Pearl Harbor. His plane carried an 800-kilogram torpedo, hitting home with deadly accuracy.
You must be logged in to post a comment Login