Japan
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Business travelers from around the world are visiting Japan, staying at luxury hotels and dining at renowned restaurants. The hospitality industry is capitalizing on this trend....
A new facility functioning as both a cafeteria and supermarket has been established to support earthquake-stricken residents of Noto. The initiative was started by a former school lunch cook who began...
Discussions continue between JR companies and local governments regarding unprofitable railway lines. Despite population decline making a recovery in passenger numbers unlikely, there is community des...
The '36+3' tourist train in Japan's Kyushu region provides visitors with a leisurely approach to explore its rural areas, reflecting the island’s ranking as the world’s 36th largest....
The Japanese Emperor addressed concerns during a New Year's gathering about individuals still facing challenges from significant natural disasters that occurred last year....
NHK's historical drama series, known as 'taiga', moves away from its previous setting in Edo's entertainment district and now focuses on the right-hand man of one of Japan’s great unifiers during the ...
Mercari aims to become the primary online marketplace for international customers interested in purchasing top-quality Japanese anime and manga merchandise....
Japanese retailers are striving to maintain competitive prices by utilizing cheaper materials and ingredients in their products and services as inflation pressures mount....
Japanese athletes begin their sporting seasons with traditions deeply intertwined with spiritual practices, such as hatsumōde (the first shrine visit of the year) and victory charms....
Almost 60 women lawmakers in Japan, including Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, have presented a petition demanding additional toilet facilities at the parliament building to match their improved represe...
Asakusa Hanayashiki amusement park in Tokyo emphasizes its historical significance and retro charm over modern attractions. It highlights the traditional character of its existing rides and experience...
Japanese female legislators are urging for an increase in restroom facilities within the country's parliamentary complex due to insufficient options near the main plenary session hall....
Japanese corporations and industry groups are resisting global trends that might lead to a reduction in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) investments. They aim to establish ESG as a cornerst...
The Bank of Japan reports a continuing decline in physical currency circulation as consumers increasingly opt for digital and cashless payment methods....
Japanese beverage company Yomeishu has entered into exclusive negotiations with private equity firm KKR as part of a broader trend toward corporate buyouts in Japan due to recent governance reforms....
A 35-year-old Chinese national has been detained on suspicion of attempted murder after allegedly attacking and stabbing a woman in the Shinjuku ward of Tokyo. The motive behind this act remains unkno...
Tatami makers are adapting by diversifying their product line and targeting international markets to ensure the survival of traditional Japanese flooring materials....
The Japanese research vessel Shirase has commenced operations at Antarctica's Showa Station, involving the transfer of essential supplies such as fuel and observation equipment....
Local welfare offices have determined that some households receiving donations after the Noto earthquake now possess assets above the minimum threshold required by the welfare benefit system for finan...
Princess Kako of Japan turned 31 at a time when Japan commemorated the 80th anniversary of its World War II surrender. Her desire for peace was heightened as she revisited and studied accounts from th...
Japan's art scene witnessed high public engagement with packed exhibition halls and an increasing number of competing festivals....
A boy died after falling near an escalator exit and his right arm became trapped on the turning part of the belt....
Japanese soccer team Omiya Ardija has become the latest beneficiary of Red Bull's global expansion in sports sponsorship and ownership, gaining support among local fans despite some earlier resistance...
A wolf has escaped from its enclosure at the Tama Zoo in Tokyo, Japan. As of now, there have been no reports of injuries to visitors or staff. Efforts are underway by zoo personnel and local authoriti...
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is reconsidering the country's rice policy, shifting towards aligning production with market demand, a move that contrasts with her predecessor's strategies. Thi...
Stickers have seen a resurgence in popularity in Japan, suggesting this trend may extend beyond being just a passing fad. The craze is fuelled by their use in digital communication platforms and colle...
A large-scale car accident occurred in Gunma Prefecture, Japan, resulting in one fatality involving a 77-year-old woman from Chofu, Western Tokyo. Additionally, five individuals were reported to have ...
A misunderstanding occurred where U.S. military police detained a civilian off-base in Okinawa despite the restrictions set forth by the Japan-U.S. Status of Forces Agreement, which prohibits such act...
Hideko Yamashita, known as 'The Clutter Buster', has seen her debut book translated into English and already achieves 3 million sales in Japan....
Shohei Ohtani, Yusei Kikuchi, along with Yuki Matsui of the San Diego Padres, Hiromi Ito of the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters, and four other players have been included in the initial Samurai Japan ros...
The Dino-A-Live show featuring lifelike animatronic dinosaurs has partnered with Tokyo National Museum for a performance blending modern technology and traditional culture....
A stabbing incident occurred at a tire factory in Shizuoka, Japan, resulting in 15 injuries. The extent of the victims' injuries is currently unclear; however, NHK reported that all individuals sustai...
The Japanese government has corrected an error in calculating university admission rates that did not account for graduates from schools for students with disabilities....
Makiko Uchidate, a renowned Japanese screenwriter, passed away on December 17 due to acute left-side heart failure at a hospital in Tokyo....
The Israeli envoy expressed hope that Japan will contribute to peace education initiatives and infrastructure reconstruction in Gaza....
On December 15th, a fire broke out in a private room at a luxury sauna facility located in Tokyo's Akasaka district, resulting in the discovery of deceased customers inside the room. The incident has ...
Hong Kong tourists are still visiting traditional Japanese destinations during the Christmas period despite geopolitical tensions between Beijing and Tokyo. Meanwhile, cities like Harbin in China have...
Reika Kuroki, also known as Reika Miyazaki, along with two other individuals are under suspicion for evading ¥157 million in corporate and personal taxes....
The Japanese transportation safety board carried out a simulation exercise in March aimed at assessing the view from an aircraft during landing in order to verify and understand potential collision ri...
Toyota reported declining sales and production in November, attributed primarily to a significant decrease in China due to the cessation of government subsidies for electric and fuel-efficient vehicle...
The average winter bonus for major firms in Japan has increased by 8.57% compared to the previous year, marking the fourth consecutive yearly rise as per a survey from the Japan Business Federation (K...
A Japanese sushi tycoon recently set an auction record at Tokyo's primary fish market by paying a staggering $3.2 million for a bluefin tuna, surpassing previous high levels. The event was noted by ma...
A specialty shop that opened in March 2024 in Tokyo initially faced cancellations due to the aftermath of an earthquake in Noto but is seeing improvements in its situation. The business has been contr...
Emperor Naruhito released a written New Year's message expressing deep pain at the loss of lives due to conflicts around the world....
The phrase 'off the record' should be used to protect sources and maintain confidentiality rather than for fostering close relationships with those in power....
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has moved into her official residence in Nagatacho district of Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward, with her husband Taku Yamamoto accompanying her....
A panel is planning to submit legislation during Japan's upcoming Diet session, set to begin on January 23rd, aimed at broadening the definition and penalties for dangerous driving....
A new species of amphipod with distinctive panda-like coloring has been discovered in Wakayama prefecture, Japan. Local residents hope this unique find could become a new tourism attraction after the ...
Japan's ski jumper Yukiya Nikaido won his first World Cup victory by performing two strong jumps at the event in Innsbruck. Nikaido expressed satisfaction with his performance, stating he was glad to ...
Sogo & Seibu's Sogo store in Yokohama has prepared approximately 30,000 lucky bags for the New Year's sales season, with a special focus on ¥2,026 packages that include men’s jackets....