Mochi’s Lab: Overseas Branch | We will compile topics related to Japanese culture and the world.

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Can Koizumi Syntax Survive the Defense Ministry?｜When Ambiguity Meets National Security

Japan’s new Defense Minister is famous for his vague yet poetic language. But can “Koizumi Syntax” survive in the world of global security and diplomacy?

Why Is No One Hyping Gold?｜Understanding the Silent Rise of a Quiet Asset

Gold is breaking records in 2025, yet the media and influencers are unusually quiet. Explore why this “silent rally” reveals more than it hides.

AI Proxies in PvP: How Player-Created Bots Could Save Competitive Games

What if your playstyle could live on—even when you're offline? Exploring the future of AI proxies in competitive games.

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Why “7% Returns” on Japanese Real Estate Funds Raise Red Flags

High yields and polite promises may hide deeper risks. Learn how Japanese real estate funds work, and what foreign investors should watch for.

Why Komeito Left Japan’s Ruling Coalition｜Internal Tensions and Political Survival

Komeito’s exit from Japan’s long-standing ruling coalition surprised many, but the decision was rooted in years of mounting internal pressure, trust breakdown with LDP leadership, and fears of political decline. This article explores the deeper reasons behind the move, beyond the surface of policy disagreements.

Depression Might Be Anger Turned Inward｜Understanding the Silent Struggle

Some people don’t explode when angry—they implode.Explore how unspoken, suppressed anger may quietly turn into depression, and how to start healing from the inside.

Mind & Psychology

Why Pokémon Card Investing Faces Backlash in Japan｜Cultural Values Behind the Anger

Why does Pokémon card investing spark backlash in Japan?Explore the cultural values and emotions behind the growing resentment.

Scammed or Framed? Uncovering the Idol Booking Fraud at Japan’s SAMURAI SONIC Festival

A fake booking scandal rocked a Japanese music festival. Was it an external scam — or an internal cover-up? We dissect the trust breakdown behind the chaos.

Does Poverty Make Us Smarter? Rethinking Rationality Under Scarcity

When money gets tight, do people make smarter choices?This article explores how scarcity impacts behavior and decision-making.

Mind & Psychology

Are Bears Living in a Utopia?｜How Universe 25 Explains Their Changing Behavior

As bears wander further into cities, are we seeing a breakdown of natural behavior? Universe 25 may hold the answer.

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