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The Outrageous Story Of Imperial Japan’s Plot To Import Jewish Refugees Based On An Anti-Semitic Hoax

In the 1930s, Japan launched the so-called “Fugu Plan” to draw in tens of thousands of Jewish refugees in order to bolster the country’s economic prosperity.

By Morgan Dunn Oct 9, 2021

The Outrageous Story Of Imperial Japan’s Plot To Import Jewish Refugees Based On An Anti-Semitic Hoax

In the 1930s, Japan launched the so-called “Fugu Plan” to draw in tens of thousands of Jewish refugees in order to bolster the country’s economic prosperity.

By Morgan Dunn October 9, 2021

Inside The World War II Rescue That Made JFK A Hero Long Before He Was Elected President

When John F. Kennedy’s torpedo boat was sunk by a Japanese destroyer in 1943, he saved his crew in dramatic fashion, earning both the Navy and Marine Corps Medal and the Purple Heart.

By Kaleena Fraga Oct 7, 2021

Inside The World War II Rescue That Made JFK A Hero Long Before He Was Elected President

When John F. Kennedy’s torpedo boat was sunk by a Japanese destroyer in 1943, he saved his crew in dramatic fashion, earning both the Navy and Marine Corps Medal and the Purple Heart.

By Kaleena Fraga October 7, 2021

The Disturbing Story Of The Demon Midwife Who Terrorized 1940s Tokyo

Miyuki Ishikawa may have thought she was acting out of mercy when she killed over 100 babies — but she nevertheless might be history's deadliest female serial killer.

By Bernadette Giacomazzo Sep 29, 2021

The Disturbing Story Of The Demon Midwife Who Terrorized 1940s Tokyo

Miyuki Ishikawa may have thought she was acting out of mercy when she killed over 100 babies — but she nevertheless might be history's deadliest female serial killer.

By Bernadette Giacomazzo September 29, 2021

Japan Said Its Kamikaze Pilots Volunteered To Kill Themselves For Their Country. Their Diaries Tell A Different Story.

Thousands of poorly trained kamikaze pilots were asked to sacrifice their lives for Japan's collapsing war effort, but the letters they left behind reveal they weren't all eager volunteers.

By Mark Oliver Sep 4, 2021

Japan Said Its Kamikaze Pilots Volunteered To Kill Themselves For Their Country. Their Diaries Tell A Different Story.

Thousands of poorly trained kamikaze pilots were asked to sacrifice their lives for Japan's collapsing war effort, but the letters they left behind reveal they weren't all eager volunteers.

By Mark Oliver September 4, 2021

Cannibal Killer Issei Sagawa Is Walking Free And Plans To Eat Humans Again

In 1981, Japanese murderer Issei Sagawa, the “Kobe Cannibal,” killed his friend Renée Hartevelt and ate her remains, yet he's free to walk the streets to this day.

By Katie Serena Aug 17, 2021

Cannibal Killer Issei Sagawa Is Walking Free And Plans To Eat Humans Again

In 1981, Japanese murderer Issei Sagawa, the “Kobe Cannibal,” killed his friend Renée Hartevelt and ate her remains, yet he's free to walk the streets to this day.

By Katie Serena August 17, 2021

27 Images That Prove Hiroshige Was The Undisputed Master Of Japanese Woodblock Printing

Utagawa Hiroshige was such a talented artist that he inspired Van Gogh and Monet. But in 1856, the famous woodblock printer "retired from the world" to become a Buddhist monk.

By Erin Kelly Apr 7, 2021

27 Images That Prove Hiroshige Was The Undisputed Master Of Japanese Woodblock Printing

Utagawa Hiroshige was such a talented artist that he inspired Van Gogh and Monet. But in 1856, the famous woodblock printer "retired from the world" to become a Buddhist monk.

By Erin Kelly April 7, 2021

Meet Yoshiko Kawashima, The Chinese Princess Who Spied For Japan

Known for her prowess on the battlefield and her penchant for cross-dressing, Yoshiko Kawashima became a polarizing figure in Asia during the Second Sino-Japanese War.

By Morgan Dunn Mar 24, 2021

Meet Yoshiko Kawashima, The Chinese Princess Who Spied For Japan

Known for her prowess on the battlefield and her penchant for cross-dressing, Yoshiko Kawashima became a polarizing figure in Asia during the Second Sino-Japanese War.

By Morgan Dunn March 24, 2021

The Secret Behind Japan’s ‘Dancing Squid’ Dish, Which Features A Headless Squid Writhing In Your Bowl

Known as "katsu ika odori-don," this bizarre delicacy showcases a freshly killed squid that "dances" when it's doused in soy sauce.

By Natasha Ishak Jan 21, 2021

The Secret Behind Japan’s ‘Dancing Squid’ Dish, Which Features A Headless Squid Writhing In Your Bowl

Known as "katsu ika odori-don," this bizarre delicacy showcases a freshly killed squid that "dances" when it's doused in soy sauce.

By Natasha Ishak January 21, 2021
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