Japan faces urban population decline by 2035, with ageing societies challenging city sustainability and prompting calls for ...

While rural areas have long struggled with depopulation, a tipping point for urban centres is expected by 2035, according to ...

A new research study shows that rates for smoking, obesity and chronic conditions such as heart disease are comparatively higher in rural areas, leading to shorter life expectancy.

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Rural Pokémon GO players struggle with dead Gyms, no Raids, and zero trades—while urban players get all the action, rewards, and community perks.

After a record-breaking year for tourist arrivals in 2024, Japan is bracing for another peak in visitors this year. While the travel industry and the national government are enjoying the post-pandemic ...

I’ve talked countless times about how rubbish Pokemon Go is for rural players. It’s a game intended to be played in large ...