TOP STORIES
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Yokohama Rallies Past Al-Ain for 2-1 Win in 1st Leg of Asian Champions League Final
YOKOHAMA (AP) — Yokohama F.Marinos came from behind to take a first-leg lead in the Asian Champions League final, defeating Al-Ain of the United Ar...
May 12, 2024 -
Former U.S. State Department Officials Speak of Disappointment With Government
Two former U.S. State Department officials who resigned in protest against the policy of the administration of U.S. President Joe Biden toward Isra...
May 12, 2024 -
Arabic-language State Dept Spokesperson Resigns Over Gaza; U.S. Talking Points Only ‘Inflamed’ Anti-U.S. Sentiment
WASHINGTON — A growing number of U.S. federal government officials are said to have have resigned due to dissatisfaction with Washington’s pro-Isra...
May 12, 2024 -
Japan, U.S., S. Korea Coast Guards Sign Pledge to Strengthen Cooperation
The Japan Coast Guard has signed a letter of intent with its counterparts in the United States and South Korea that confirms they will work to stre...
May 11, 2024 -
Japanese Companies Welcome Introduction of Security Clearance System; Hopes for Expanded Business Opportunities in Economic Security Field
As addressing economic security becomes an urgent issue for corporate activities, the business community welcomes the law to introduce a security c...
May 11, 2024 -
Bills to Create Joint SDF Headquarters Pass Diet; New Joint Commander to Ease Burden on SDF Chief
The House of Councillors on Friday passed a legislative package to create a joint operations command center for the Self-Defense Forces.
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May 11, 2024
LATEST NEWS
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New Law for Boosting Japan’s Economic Security to Enhance International Collaboration; Impacts on Personnel to be Considered
With the passage of a new law on Friday, the government will adopt a “security clearance sys...
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Shiga: Temple Priest Finds Gritty Bamboo Shoot Growing Under, Lifting Heavy Wooden Beam
KUSATSU, Shiga — The vice priest of Saiho Temple in Kusatsu, Shiga Prefecture, found a bambo...
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CARTOON OF THE DAY (May 11)
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May 11, 2024 -
For Israel’s Contestant, the Eurovision Song Contest Comes with Tight Security, Boos and Cheers
MALMO, Sweden (AP) — Eden Golan is in Sweden for the Eurovision Song Contest, but she isn't ...
May 11, 2024 -
Hokkaido Town Eyes Referendum over Selection as Nuclear Waste Disposal Site
The municipality of Suttsu, Hokkaido, intends to hold a referendum to determine whether to m...
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Nagasaki: Tsushima Leopard Cat Placed Under Protection Returns to Wild After Recovery from Injury
TSUSHIMA, Nagasaki — A Tsushima leopard cat has been returned to his natural habitat in Tsus...
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Japan Team Develops AI Foundation with Fugaku Supercomputer
Tokyo (Jiji Press)—A team of researchers from the Tokyo Institute of Technology, Fujitsu Ltd...
May 11, 2024
POPULAR ARTICLES
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Paparo Stresses Ties with Allies at U.S. Indo-Pacific Change of Command Ceremony; U.S. Defense Secretary Emphasizes Strengthening Deterrence Against China
HONOLULU – The U.S. Indo-Pacific change of command ceremony was held Friday at Joint Ba...
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Small Animal That Appears to be Mouse Found in Chojuku Bread Products; Some Brands on Same Production Line to be Recalled Voluntarily
Pasco Shikishima Corp. will voluntarily recall about 104,000 units from its Chojuku bre...
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Highly Skilled Foreign Professionals Increasing in Japan’s Rural Areas; Local Govts Providing Support to Counter Manpower Shortage
Companies in rural areas are increasingly hiring “highly skilled foreign professionals,...
May 7, 2024 -
Crafts Featuring Pokémon on Display in Shiga Prefecture
MORIYAMA, Shiga — Many fans have been flocking to see a special craft exhibition featur...
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IMF Projects Japan’s GDP to Fall to World’s 5th After India in 2025; Japan’s Economy Continues Decline
Japan’s nominal gross domestic product will be overtaken by India’s and slip from No. 4...
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Bank of Japan Gov. Kazuo Ueda Expresses Positive Outlook for Japan’s Economy; Warns Against Excessive Depreciation of Yen
Bank of Japan Gov. Kazuo Ueda expressed his views on the current economic situation in ...
May 8, 2024 -
Paris Olympic Flame Arrives in France by Ship from Greece
MARSEILLE, France — The Olympic flame of the Paris Olympics, which will start on July 2...
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Bipartisan U.S. Senators Submit Bill to Promote Japan Cooperation in AUKUS; Weary of China’s Growing Military Threat
WASHINGTON – A bipartisan group of U.S. senators on Wednesday submitted a bill to promo...
May 10, 2024 -
JAXA Plans to Develop Demonstration Plant for Tech to Produce Spacecraft Fuel on Moon; Agency to Partner with Government, Private Sector, Academia
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) plans to develop a demonstration plant fo...
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Political Pulse / Holistic Teaching in ‘A Country of Extraordinary Resilience’
When education is subjected to extreme situations, its true essence is revealed. The ac...
May 11, 2024
SOCIETY
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Hokkaido Town Eyes Referendum over Selection as Nuclear Waste Disposal Site
The municipality of Suttsu, Hokkaido, intends to hold a referendum to determine whether to move to the next stage in being selected as a final disposal site for highly radioacti...
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Kishida Meets Families of N. Korean Abductees; Pledges to Continue Efforts to Bring Them Home
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, meeting Friday with family members of Japanese citizens a...
May 11, 2024 -
Production of Traditional Edo Furin Wind Chimes Ramps Up for Summer
Before the start of summer, a craftsman focuses intently on making wind chimes at Shino...
May 11, 2024 -
JAL Pilots Botched Orders at U.S. Airport after ‘Misreading’ Map; May Have Tried to Turn Past Non-existent Landmark
Japan Airlines pilots misread a map at San Diego Airport in February, which caused them...
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Japan Court Lets Same-Sex Couple Share Family Name; Men Raising Child Have Ties Equivalent to Marriage
The Nagoya Family Court has allowed a man living with a same-sex partner to change his ...
May 10, 2024
IMPERIAL FAMILY
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Emperor Emeritus, Empress Emerita Still Care For People; Prayer, Travel, Rest Are Parts of Current Lifestyle
The Emperor Emeritus and Empress Emerita are still mindful about people of this country.
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Five Years On, Emperor Reigns in ‘Reiwa Style;’ Imperial Couple Show Great Care for Others
Wednesday marked five years since the Emperor’s accession to the Chrysanthemum Throne and th...
May 1, 2024 -
Crown Princess Kiko, President of Japan Anti-Tuberculosis Association, Visits Kiyose City Museum in Tokyo
Crown Princess Kiko, president of the Japan Anti-Tuberculosis Association, visited the Kiyos...
May 1, 2024
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Emperor, Empress Attend Midori Prize Ceremony; Applaud Winners for Their Achievements
The Emperor and Empress attended a ceremony for the Midori Prize in Tokyo on Friday. The pri...
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Japan Emperor, Empress to Visit Britain in June
Tokyo (Jiji Press)—Japan’s Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako are making preparations to vi...
April 27, 2024
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NEWS PICKUP!
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Political Pulse / Holistic Teaching in ‘A Country of Extraordinary Resilience’
When education is subjected to extreme situations, its true essence is revealed. The actions of teachers in disaster-stricken schools following the...
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JR East Freezes Plan to Mothball More Station Ticket Offices; Partly Due to Surging Number of Overseas Visitors to Japan
East Japan Railway Co. (JR East) has paused its plan to slash the number of ticket offices t...
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Small Animal That Appears to be Mouse Found in Chojuku Bread Products; Some Brands on Same Production Line to be Recalled Voluntarily
Pasco Shikishima Corp. will voluntarily recall about 104,000 units from its Chojuku bread br...
May 8, 2024
YOMIURI EDITORIAL
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Minamata Disease and Environment Ministry: Is Dialogue with Sufferers A Mere Formality?
The purpose of establishing the Environment Ministry was to prevent environmental pollution ...
May 10, 2024 -
Obstruction of Election Campaigns: Don’t Misunderstand Freedom of Speech
Freedom of speech and free elections are important rights of the people guaranteed by the Co...
May 10, 2024 -
Phaseout of Coal-Fired Power Plants: Make Use of Japan-Originated Decarbonization Technology
There is a growing international trend of calls for the phaseout of coal-fired thermal power...
May 9, 2024 -
Children Who Require Ongoing Medical Care: Generous Support Needed throughout Their Adult Lives
It is important to ensure that children who require medical assistance in their daily lives ...
May 9, 2024 -
National ‘Directive Authority’: Coordination between Central, Local Govts Essential during Disasters
Although the central and local governments are legally on an equal footing, local government...
May 8, 2024 -
Putin’s Government: Thwart Autocratic Rule That Will Continue for 5th Term
A victory for Putin's government in a war of aggression would leave a major stain on world h...
May 8, 2024
POLITICS
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Japanese Companies Welcome Introduction of Security Clearance System; Hopes for Expanded Business Opportunities in Economic Security Field
As addressing economic security becomes an urgent issue for corporate activities, the business community welcomes the law to introduce a security c...
May 11, 2024 -
Bills to Create Joint SDF Headquarters Pass Diet; New Joint Commander to Ease Burden on SDF Chief
The House of Councillors on Friday passed a legislative package to create a joint operations command center for the Self-Defense Forces.
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May 11, 2024 -
New Law for Boosting Japan’s Economic Security to Enhance International Collaboration; Impacts on Personnel to be Considered
With the passage of a new law on Friday, the government will adopt a “security clearance system,” under which those who can handle key information ...
May 11, 2024
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Japan’s Ruling Bloc Criticized over Funds Law Revision Plan
Japan’s ruling bloc met with criticism from opposition forces Friday over its proposals for ...
May 11, 2024 -
CDPJ Seeks Initiative over Funds Law Revision
The Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan is planning to seize the initiative in talks be...
May 11, 2024 -
Ambiguous Agreement Between Japan Ruling Parties Leaves Room for Movement; LDP Aims to Create Rift in Opposition Bloc During Talks
The ink is barely dry on the ruling coalition parties’ agreement on proposed revisions to th...
May 10, 2024
BUSINESS
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Ride-Hailing Services Used More than Taxis in Tokyo in 1st Month
TOKYO — Ride-hailing services, which have been allowed to operate in Tokyo and some other areas in Japan since April, have been used more frequentl...
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Japan’s Current Account Surplus Hits Record ¥25 trillion in FY 2023
TOKYO — Japan’s current account surplus in fiscal 2023 soared 2.8-fold from the previous year to hit a record high of ¥25,339 billion, mainly thank...
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Haneda Airport Brewery Flavors Suds with Wasabi, Green Tea; Collaborates with Entities Across Japan to Introduce Local Specialties
A restaurant nearby Haneda Airport is brewing up a buzz for its craft beers flavored with local specialties from across Japan.
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May 11, 2024
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Japan Household Spending Down 3.2 % in FY 2023
Tokyo, May 10 (Jiji Press) — Japanese household spending in fiscal 2023, which ended in Marc...
May 10, 2024 -
Sega Sammy to Sell Phoenix Resort to Fortress
Tokyo, May 10 (Jiji Press) — Sega Sammy Holdings Inc. said Friday that it will sell subsidia...
May 10, 2024 -
Tokaido Shinkansen, Kappa Ebisen Snack Food Jointly Celebrate 60th Anniversary with Special Train
A special Shinkansen bullet train sped between Tokyo and Nagoya on Wednesday to celebrate th...
May 10, 2024 -
Japan’s Current Account Surplus Hits Record ¥25 Tril in Fiscal 2023
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — Japan’s current account surplus in fiscal 2023 soared 2.8-fold from the...
May 10, 2024
WORLD
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Arabic-language State Dept Spokesperson Resigns Over Gaza; U.S. Talking Points Only ‘Inflamed’ Anti-U.S. Sentiment
WASHINGTON — A growing number of U.S. federal government officials are said to have have res...
May 12, 2024 -
Bipartisan U.S. Senators Submit Bill to Promote Japan Cooperation in AUKUS; Weary of China’s Growing Military Threat
WASHINGTON – A bipartisan group of U.S. senators on Wednesday submitted a bill to promote co...
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Paparo Stresses Ties with Allies at U.S. Indo-Pacific Change of Command Ceremony; U.S. Defense Secretary Emphasizes Strengthening Deterrence Against China
HONOLULU – The U.S. Indo-Pacific change of command ceremony was held Friday at Joint Base Pe...
May 6, 2024
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Russia Builds Surveillance Bases on Disputed Kuril Islands to Bolster Military Presence and Counter Japan-US Alliance
Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu revealed Friday during a meeting with the Russian mil...
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Japan to Provide Sri Lanka with Sonar-Equipped Vessel; Showing Support for Country’s Development
The Japanese government has finalized a plan to provide Sri Lanka with a vessel equipped wit...
May 4, 2024 -
OECD Members Agree to Build Stronger Supply Chains, Share Concerns about ‘Economic Coercion’
PARIS — Member countries of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development agreed...
May 4, 2024
NEWS SERVICES
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For Israel’s Contestant, the Eurovision Song Contest Comes with Tight Security, Boos and Cheers
MALMO, Sweden (AP) — Eden Golan is in Sweden for the Eurovision Song Contest, but she isn't seeing much of the country.
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May 11, 2024 -
After 80 Years, WWII Sailor Honored at Arlington National Cemetery
In 1940, a 21-year-old former miner from California joined the U.S. Naval Reserve. He studied to become a radio man, sending and receiving Morse co...
May 11, 2024 -
On a D.C. Sidewalk, a Race to Save a Marine General’s Life
Gen. Eric M. Smith stepped out on a warm, late-afternoon run last fall, pounding the pavement of Southeast Washington on a routine three-mile loop....
May 11, 2024
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The SAT is Coming Back at Some Colleges. It’s Stressing Everyone Out.
A California mother drove 80 miles this month to find an SAT testing center with an open sea...
May 11, 2024 -
Sweden Celebrates ABBA at This Year’s Eurovision Song Contest
MALMÖ, Sweden - The Eurovision stars aligned last year as Sweden claimed its seventh victory...
May 11, 2024 -
What State Best Represents America?
What are the most representative - dare we say, most American - states in the nation? And wh...
May 11, 2024 -
Voyager 1 was in Crisis in Interstellar Space. NASA Wouldn’t Give Up.
For the past six months a team of engineers at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory has been try...
May 11, 2024
EDITORIAL & COLUMNS
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What Place Is There for Religion in a Democracy?
Young Japanese people’s interest in thinking and religion is said to have been declining in ...
May 10, 2024 -
Retiring amid Funds Scandal, Nikai Aims a Parting Shot at Kishida
“When you run for office, you are encouraged by many people. But when you quit, you have to ...
May 4, 2024 -
Transform Diet into Forum for Real Debate on Policy
Thirty years have passed since major political reforms took place in Japan in 1994, culminat...
May 3, 2024
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Pension System Flaw Keeps Part-Timers’ Pay Low; Govt Urged to Address ‘Annual Income Barriers’
Against the backdrop of a labor shortage, this year’s shunto spring wage negotiations saw a ...
April 27, 2024 -
Disciplinary Action a Window into Power Struggle within the LDP
By carrying out large-scale disciplinary action against members involved in a large-scale po...
April 20, 2024 -
With Tech Breakthroughs on the Horizon, Startups Can Revitalize Japan
The Nikkei Stock Average has reached its highest level in 34 years, and the Bank of Japan ha...
April 13, 2024
RAMEN OF JAPAN
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Ramen Map
Map of ramen shops in Japan featured on the Ramen of Japan
A useful map for ramen lovers is now available. You can quickly find the locations of the ramen outlets featured on our Ramen of Japan. The number of shops keeps growing. Read the stories and visit there!
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Haruka / Taste of Edo Period in Nihombashi; Bowl of Passion Served by Former Judoka
Nihombashi is an area of central Tokyo where you can feel the traditional atmosphere of Edo period Japan. Ramen shop Haruka, which relocated from t...
Nihombashi, Tokyo
April 16, 2024 -
Honma / Owner Hailing from Ramen Kingdom Yamagata Offers Variety of Dishes Fit for Royalty; Locally Sourced Ingredients Key to Authenticity
There’s a particular ramen restaurant near Komagome Station on the JR Yamanote Line. The owner, who hails from the ramen kingdom of Yamagata Prefectu...Komagome, Tokyo
March 13, 2024
SPORTS
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Yokohama Rallies Past Al-Ain for 2-1 Win in 1st Leg of Asian Champions League Final
YOKOHAMA (AP) — Yokohama F.Marinos came from behind to take a first-leg lead in the Asian Champions League final, defeating Al-Ain of the United Arab Emirates 2-1 on Saturday.
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May 12, 2024 -
Japan-born Wrestler’s Olympic Dream Comes True as Samoan; Ex-Pat Gaku Akazawa Qualifies for Paris
May 11, 2024 -
Paris Olympic Flame Arrives in France by Ship from Greece
May 9, 2024 -
Shoma Uno Announces His Retirement from Skating, Expresses Gratitude For ‘Wonderful’ Competitive Career
May 9, 2024 -
Maradona’s World Cup Trophy to Go Under the Hammer; Trophy Was Stolen in 1989 Bank Heist
May 8, 2024 -
Yoshinobu Yamamoto Goes 8 Innings and Muncy Hits Early Slam as Dodgers Beat Marlins 8-2 for 6th Straight Win
May 8, 2024 -
Shota Imanaga Gives Up Two Runs and Struck Out Eight in Seven Innings; Cubs Beat Padres 3-2
May 8, 2024 -
Kenta Maeda Gets Roughed Up for Seven Runs in Two Innings; Tigers Outslug Guardians 11-7
May 8, 2024 -
Ohtani Hits 11th Homer and Buehler Returns as Dodgers Defeat Marlins 6-3 for 4th Straight Win
May 7, 2024
SCIENCE & NATURE
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Japan Team Develops AI Foundation with Fugaku Supercomputer
Tokyo (Jiji Press)—A team of researchers from the Tokyo Institute of Technology, Fujitsu Ltd. and others said Friday they have developed a large la...
May 11, 2024 -
Intensifying Solar Activity Threatens Global Communications; Starting Friday Night, Solar Flares May Bring GPS Errors
The National Institute of Information and Communications Technology, a government research and development agency, has warned that due to intensify...
May 11, 2024 -
Auroras May be Visible in Hokkaido within Days from Friday Night as Sun is Extremely Active; GPS, Aircraft Communications Disruption Feared
Auroras may be visible in Hokkaido and other areas in low-latitude areas, and the Global Positioning System and aircraft communications may be disr...
May 10, 2024
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U.K. Women’s Codecracking Army Gets Belated Recognition
CAMBRIDGE, England (AFP-Jiji) — During World War II, dozens of women Cambridge University st...
May 9, 2024 -
Genome Study Reveals Prehistoric Ethiopian Origins of Coffee
WASHINGTON (Reuters) — You might call it a cup of Joe, java, mud, brew, mocha, or your morni...
May 9, 2024 -
90-million-year-old Herbivore Dinosaur Found in Argentina
BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) — Paleontologists from Argentina announced the discovery of a new med...
May 9, 2024 -
Wine Growers on Tip of Africa Race to Adapt to Climate Change
STELLENBOSCH, South Africa (AFP-Jiji) — At a South African wine farm, dry, uprooted grapevin...
May 8, 2024
CULTURE
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Pop Idol Koichi Domoto’s Musical ‘Shock’ Rewrites Japan Record
May 10, 2024 -
High School Student Artist Apipo’s Drawings Fascinate Fans; Helps with Struggles, Daily Difficulties
May 10, 2024 -
Glamorous Event Celebrates 40th Anniversary of ‘Bioman’ and All Its Charms in Osaka
May 10, 2024 -
Hayao Miyazaki’s ‘Spirited Away’ Stage Adaptation Premieres in London’s West End, Featuring Japanese Cast, English Subtitles
May 10, 2024 -
Weigle, YNSO Impress with ‘Elektra,’ Orchestral Concerts
May 9, 2024 -
Crafts Featuring Pokémon on Display in Shiga Prefecture
May 5, 2024
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X Platform to Help Spread Japanese Anime Around World; Executive Vows to Battle ‘Impression Farming’ with AI
April 28, 2024 -
‘The Boy and the Heron’ Surpasses 700 Million Yuan (¥14.9 Billion) at Chinese Box Office; Howl’s Moving Castle To Be Screened Next
April 21, 2024 -
Cosmopolitan Yakuza Manga ‘Ryuko’ Makes Belated Debut in Japan
April 20, 2024 -
‘Kanta on Manga’ Column Published in 2 E-Books
April 16, 2024 -
Manga “My Hero Academia” Surpasses 100 Million Copies in Print
April 5, 2024 -
Full Time for Football Comic ‘Captain Tsubasa’ in Print
April 4, 2024
NEWS WITH VIDEO
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Heir to Kyoto Talent / Kyoto Woodblock Artisan Sharpens Skills with His Repeated Work
May 11, 2024 -
New Fantasy Springs Area at Tokyo DisneySea Unveiled to Press
May 7, 2024 -
Tourists Enjoy Rafting on Shiribetsu River in Hokkaido
May 6, 2024 -
‘Nabeyaki Ramen’ Shop Owner Spent 10 Years Recreating Taste from Memory; Helped Bring Back Nostalgic Showa Era Dish
May 5, 2024 -
Bullfighting Season Kicks Off in Niigata Pref.; Bovines Butt Heads in Traditional Display
May 4, 2024
FEATURES
DELICIOUS
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‘Nabeyaki Ramen’ Shop Owner Spent 10 Years Recreating Taste from Memory; Helped Bring Back Nostalgic Showa Era Dish
May 5, 2024 Multifaceted Spring Treat, White Asparagus Gratin; Simple Ingredients for Great Taste
May 5, 2024“Our rivals are wine and champagne”: U.S.-Produced Dassai Blue to Hit Shelves in Japan Later This April
May 5, 2024Liven Up the Dinner Table With Homemade Ham
April 28, 2024
JAPAN IN FOCUS
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Shiga: Temple Priest Finds Gritty Bamboo Shoot Growing Under, Lifting Heavy Wooden Beam
May 11, 2024 Nagasaki: Tsushima Leopard Cat Placed Under Protection Returns to Wild After Recovery from Injury
May 11, 2024Hyogo: Cockroaches, Mosquitoes, Caterpillars … Pesticide Researcher Re-creates His ‘Foes’ in Origami
May 11, 2024Heir to Kyoto Talent / Kyoto Woodblock Artisan Sharpens Skills with His Repeated Work
May 11, 2024
TRAVEL SPOTS
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Spring Roses Reach Full Bloom at Kyu-Furukawa Gardens in Tokyo
May 9, 2024 New Fantasy Springs Area at Tokyo DisneySea Unveiled to Press
May 7, 2024Tourists Enjoy Rafting on Shiribetsu River in Hokkaido
May 6, 2024Village in Gifu Pref. Holds 32nd Annual Tsuchinoko Festival; 800 Participants Seek Snake-Like Creature
May 6, 2024
TROUBLESHOOTER
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It’s Tough Being a Burden in the Workplace
May 5, 2024 I Can’t Tell My Children About Their Parents Marrying After an Affair
May 5, 2024Receptionists Becoming Punching Bag for Hospital Patients; Behavior Progressively Getting Worse
April 28, 2024My Husband Has Terrible Body Odor; What’s the Best Way To Tell a Partner They Smell?
April 28, 2024