Scrolling for truth: News for the swipe generation

from Japan Today Spotlight · host Japan Today

Young people in Japan are turning to TikTok, Instagram and YouTube for news, reshaping how information spreads and how journalism competes for attention. This episode breaks down what Gen Z is watching, why trust in traditional media is fading and what it means for the future of news in Japan.Watch the full Japan Today Spotlight series on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyLmgel-5aDxrGswj_8hRRiUwdm5tGGTH

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