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Japanese conglomerate SoftBank is on the verge of concluding an agreement with New York-listed DigitalBridge, potentially announcing the deal as early as Monday. The transaction involves a significant...
Japan will initiate the selection process for up to two new integrated casino resort sites under the Integrated Resort Implementation Law. The law allows up to three locations nationwide to host such ...
The religious-based Komeito political party of Japan finds itself compelled to redefine its identity following the end of its long-standing relationship with the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). It mus...
By 2050, Japan will experience significant transformation due to declining population, increased life expectancy and demographic imbalance. The country's youth will face substantial changes in these c...
A 5-year-old boy named Hinata Goto from Sapporo died at a resort in Otaru, Hokkaido, when his right arm got entangled with a moving walkway that connects the car park to the ski slope. The incident oc...
In fiscal year 2022, approximately 60 youth clinics were operational in Japan offering free or low-cost consultation services aimed at addressing sexual concerns among young people....
Warren Buffett has praised the diverse business strategies of Japanese trading companies, including operations in food and energy sectors. Despite Buffett’s eventual exit from active management at Ber...
A Japanese Upper House member, acting on behalf of Takaichi, has communicated Japan's position to Russian officials during a visit. The politician also expressed interest in fostering exchanges betwee...
A survey indicates that about 76% of young Japanese people are experiencing an increase in monthly food expenses, leading some to reduce their meal frequency as a cost-saving measure....
Anime and manga-related art exhibitions have gained significant prominence within the cultural sector, becoming a critical revenue stream for the industry. The shift highlights anime's growing recogni...
A multi-vehicle pile-up on an icy Kan-etsu Expressway resulted in two fatalities and 26 injuries near Minakami, Japan. The incident occurred during the country's end-of-year holiday period....
Japan's Ministry of Defense has suspended Kawasaki Heavy Industries for 2.5 months due to long-term misconduct in inspections of diesel generators used on submarines. The suspension bars the company f...
In 2025, Tokyo's culinary landscape was marked by significant changes including the opening of new restaurants by renowned chefs, departures of long-standing Italian restaurateurs, and the reopening o...
Buichiro Kuroda was inaugurated on Wednesday as grand steward of Japan's Imperial Household Agency and emphasized the family's role as an emotional anchor for the public....
In Japan, only about 5% of victims of sexual assault report such incidents to police authorities. Additionally, nearly half of these reported cases are not recorded by the police, according to academi...
The anime industry bolstered its presence globally by heavily utilizing established intellectual property (IP), which reduced risks but also limited innovation within the sector....
Short interest in Central Japan Railway Co., listed under OTCMKTS:CJPRY, surged by 400% from November 30th to December 15th. The number of shorted shares increased from 4,522 to 22,608 as of the lates...
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has stated that the door for communication with China remains open. She aims to maintain a constructive and stable relationship with Beijing, a goal consistent t...
A bird flu outbreak has been reported at a farm in Shirosato, Ibaraki Prefecture. As a result, approximately 970,000 egg-laying chickens are to be culled, making it the largest such action taken this ...
Starting April, Japan will implement major reforms allowing for joint custody of children after divorce. This move marks a significant deviation from post-World War II family laws, aiming to provide m...
The US Navy's fleet status as of December 22, 2025 shows USS George Washington in Yokosuka, Japan, and USS Abraham Lincoln operating in the Philippine Sea. There are a total of 45 ships deployed under...
Grok AI-generated deepfakes placing Japan’s Princess Kako in revealing attire have circulated widely online, prompting increased scrutiny towards Elon Musk’s chatbot. Since Grok allowed users to manip...
Earth Corporation, an insecticide company in Japan, held a memorial service at Myodoji Temple in Hyogo Prefecture to honor insects killed during product testing. This tradition has been ongoing for ov...
Japan is initiating legislation aimed at preventing foreign entities from illegally obtaining sensitive information. The draft considers the need for a robust counterintelligence system while respecti...
The article discusses the increasing popularity of Japan as an international travel destination for Americans during winter holidays. Tokyo, in particular, has become one of the most booked flight des...
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company's (TSMC) plant in Kumamoto, Japan utilizes approximately 75% recycled water out of a total daily usage estimate of up to 30,000 metric tons. However, concern...
Fairmont Tokyo has launched a new bar concept called Driftwood featuring three bars: a sophisticated area for cross-cultural cocktails and a listening room dedicated to playing retro hits....
Keiji Shimatani from Oji Holdings, a major Japanese paper producer, discussed the company's initiative to reduce plastic use and promote resource circulation by advancing paper as an alternative mater...
Saga University plans to establish a new faculty aimed at advancing the scientific aspects of the cosmetics industry. This move is part of its collaboration with Saga Prefectural Government to boost t...
Hiroshi Kume, a well-known Japanese freelance announcer, has passed away at the age of 81. He was recognized for his roles in hosting 'The Best Ten' music show and the news program 'News Station'....
Shizuka Minami, a Japanese photographer, successfully combines her passion for sports and festivals, suggesting that these seemingly disparate events can complement each other in remarkable ways....
Sumitomo Mitsui DS Asset Management Company Ltd decreased its holding in Carlisle Companies Incorporated (NYSE:CSL) by 17.3% during the third quarter, reducing its equity stake to 19,050 shares after ...
Sumitomo Mitsui DS Asset Management Company Ltd increased its holdings in iShares MSCI UAE ETF (NASDAQ:UAE) by purchasing an additional 27,179 shares during the third quarter. This purchase raised the...
According to recent government data released by Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, roughly 1.09 million individuals turned 20 on January 1st this year, marking a decrease from the previou...
In Tokyo, younger generations are working to keep alive the traditional coffee shops that evoke the Showa Era by revitalizing and evolving these establishments....
The Hiroshima Child Welfare Home was established initially to care for children who had lost their guardians during World War II as a result of the atomic bombing. Today, it continues its mission by s...
A record number of 15 nations participated in Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force (GSDF) annual New Year jump exercise, with the 1st Airborne Brigade welcoming troops from Belgium, Thailand, and Turkey ...
Mothra appears as a unique entity in 'The Luminous Fairies and Mothra', translated into English for the first time, offering new perspectives on Japan's political atmosphere during the 1950s....
The latest data shows that Japan's average retail price for rice rose by ¥93 from the previous week to ¥4,416 per 5 kilograms across roughly 1,000 supermarkets nationwide....
The PGA Tour has announced its fall schedule, which includes returning events in Yokohama, Japan; Mexico City, Mexico; and Hamilton, Bermuda....
Lawyers for a 98-year-old woman have filed for a fifth retrial over her conviction for the murder of a man in Kagoshima Prefecture in 1979. This new submission includes additional evidence....
Since 2007, 'Bridges Across World Communities' has served as an information and conversation hub for the expanding foreign resident population in Nishinomiya, Japan....
Rising tourism in Japan has led to increased demand for minpaku services, which involve renting out spare rooms to tourists. The government is working on addressing issues associated with this type of...
The National Police Agency (NPA) of Japan has launched an initiative aimed at individuals who have inadvertently applied for illegal part-time jobs that involve illicit activities such as robbery and ...
Japanese actress Ryoko Hirosue was fined ¥700,000 (approximately $5,861 USD) for negligent driving after her vehicle collided with a tractor-trailer on April 7. The incident occurred inside a tunnel o...
Japanese food industries are seeing an increase in interest from overseas consumers for products such as tamagoyaki (grilled egg roll) and local milk varieties. Efforts are being made to promote these...
Japanese hospitals face financial challenges in implementing facility dog programs aimed at comforting hospitalized children. To overcome these obstacles, some institutions are seeking public funding ...
Kiyoshi Kimura, known as 'Tuna King', bought the most expensive bluefin tuna at a New Year auction in Tokyo for ¥510.3 million (approximately $4,729). The 243-kilogram fish was caught off Japan's nort...
The recently elected members of Japan’s Upper House have an average asset value of approximately ¥30.82 million (around $257,614). Notably, the number of lawmakers with assets valued at or above ¥100 ...
Japanese officials, including former Defense Chief Itsunori Onodera, have expressed concerns about the U.S.-backed removal of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and its implications for China. Takaic...