Why Japan?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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Why Japan? Mind & PsychologyDoes Too Little Stress Make Us Unhappy?｜The Lesson of “Universe 25” and the Need for Stimulation
Universe 25 was a behavioral experiment where mice lived in a perfect world — and still collapsed.What does it tell us about human society, overstimulation, and the dangers of too much comfort?This article explores how external friction, diversity, and discomfort may be essential for survival in modern life.
MBTIWhy “Please Forgive Me” Felt Manipulative to Me as an INTP—Until I Understood It Better
An INTP reflects on why “Please forgive me” once felt manipulative—and how understanding emotional styles changed that view.
Why Japan?Why Do So Many Middle-Aged Japanese Men Text the Same Way?The Cultural Psychology Behind “Ojisankoubun”
Ojisankoubun isn’t just a meme. It’s a cultural signal shaped by emotion, etiquette, and digital-era uncertainty.
Mind & PsychologyWhy ‘Smart People Do X’ Sounds Dumb — And What That Says About You
This article breaks down why “Smart People Do X” headlines feel shallow — and how your discomfort may signal a more critical kind of intelligence.
MBTIMBTI vs 16Personalities: Same Letters, Different Minds | Internal vs Behavioral Personality Typing
MBTI and 16Personalities both use labels like INTP—but their logic and goals differ. Learn how “inner structure” vs “outward behavior” shapes each system.
MBTIWhy MBTI Is So Popular in Asia—but Fades in the West | A Cultural Lens on Personality Typing
MBTI thrives in Asia but is often dismissed in the West. Explore the cultural, psychological, and social reasons behind this global personality gap.
Why Japan?What If Shinjiro Koizumi Had Become Prime Minister? Examining Japan–U.S. Relations Under Trump’s Second Term
If Koizumi had led Japan during Trump’s second term, how would they have aligned? We explore potential cooperation, diplomatic friction, and the real-world risks for Japan–U.S. relations.
Why Japan?Can Takaichi and Trump Work Together? Mapping Their Diplomatic Alignment and Friction
Japan’s new LDP leader Sanae Takaichi and U.S. President Donald Trump share views on China—but can their contrasting styles cooperate?
Why Japan?Who Is Sanae Takaichi? Japan’s First Female LDP Leader and Her Path to Power
Sanae Takaichi is now LDP president. Here’s what you need to know about her beliefs, career, policies, and leadership style.