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Companies Expectations High for Freight-Only Shinkansen Trains; Some Players Express Concerns
Hopes are high for freight-only Shinkansen trains, which are being considered for introduction by East Japan Railway Co. (JR East), both as a means...
December 1, 2024
Golf Norris Nabs Nippon Series; Kanaya Claims Money Crown
South Africa’s Shaun Norris shot a final-round 2-under 68 on Sunday for a two-stroke victory in the Japan pro tour’s season-ending Nippon Series JT...
December 1, 2024
Politics & Government Osaka Gov. Hirofumi Yoshimura Elected as Japan Innovation Party Leader (UPDATE1)
OSAKA — The Japan Innovation Party on Sunday elected Osaka Gov. Hirofumi Yoshimura as its new leader at a convention in Osaka.
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December 1, 2024
Politics & Government ‘Make Young People Want to Live There,’ Says PM Ishiba as He Tries to Breathe Life Back into Regional Communities
TOTTORI — Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Saturday underscored the importance of making regional areas places that young people and women will cho...
December 1, 2024
Asia-Pacific China to Test Mine for Rare Metals Off Japan Island; Japan Lagging in Technologies Needed for Extraction
A state-owned Chinese company plans to conduct a large mining experiment in international waters in the Pacific Ocean, including an area off Minami...
December 1, 2024
Wider World Next-gen Fighter Being Developed by Japan, U.K., Italy Could See Saudis Sign On as ‘Partner’
Japan, the United Kingdom and Italy are considering allowing Saudi Arabia to join in the joint development of a next-generation fighter plane, or t...
December 1, 2024
LATEST NEWS
Over 100 Countries Back Plastic Treaty Caps as Talks Reach Fierce Finish
BUSAN, South Korea (Reuters) - Negotiators aiming for an international treaty to curb plasti...
December 1, 2024
US Black Friday Spending at Stores Inches Ahead as Americans Spend More Online
Black Friday spending in U.S. retail stores was muted this year in contrast to a more robust...
December 1, 2024
Trump Discussed Border, Trade with Canada’s Trudeau after Pledging Steep Tariffs
OTTAWA (Reuters) - U.S. President-elect Donald Trump said on Saturday he discussed the borde...
December 1, 2024
Trump’s Tariff Policy: U.S. Certain to Suffer Its Own Major Blow
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, who touted on the campaign trail a policy of imposing hig...
December 1, 2024
Syrian Rebels Sweep into Aleppo, Russia Conducts Strikes in Support of Assad
Russia’s Defence Ministry said its air force had carried out strikes on Syrian rebels in sup...
December 1, 2024-
Metal Cable Theft: Develop System to Prevent Illicit Distribution
There has been a spate of cases in which metal cables used for power transmission were stole...
December 1, 2024 
Protesters Gather for Third Night of Demonstrations after Georgia Announces Suspension of EU Talks
TBILISI, Georgia (AP) — Protesters gathered across Georgia on Saturday night in a third stra...
December 1, 2024
POPULAR ARTICLES
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Fire Breaks Out after Explosion Heard in Susukino Building, Sapporo; Multiple Injuries Reported (UPDATE 1）
A fire broke out in a building in the Susukino entertainment district, Sapporo, after a...
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Japanese Schools in China to Have Security Guards on School Buses
The Foreign Ministry plans to move up its schedule for placing security guards on schoo...
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India’s Automobile Market Sees Competition Shift into Top Gear; Local Firms Tata, Mahindra Make Gains on Suzuki, Hyundai
TIRUCHIRAPPALLI, India — Competition is getting fierce in India’s automobile market, th...
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Japan Fair Trade Commission Probes Amazon Japan; Treatment Of 3rd-Party Sellers Thought To Violate Law
The Japan Fair Trade Commission conducted an on-the-spot inspection of Amazon Japan, a ...
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Young N. Koreans Take Solace In TV Dramas From South;Defector Says Watching Shows Is Harshly Punished
Kang Gyuri knew watching South Korean TV dramas could be harshly punished, but the prog...
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Ex-ace Masahiro Tanaka, Tohoku Rakuten Eagles Part Ways
Veteran right-hander Masahiro Tanaka, facing a massive pay cut from the Tohoku Rakuten ...
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Yomiuri Giants, Hanshin Tigers to Face Shohei Ohtani’s Dodgers; MLB Opener Games Cubs-Dodgers to be held on March 18, 19
The Yomiuri Giants and Hanshin Tigers will each play exhibition games against the Los A...
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Japan Database Planned of Digitally Savvy Personnel; Meant to Eliminate Regional Gaps in Digital Transformation
The communications ministry plans to create a database of digitally savvy human resourc...
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Tokyo Exhibition Explores Yukio Mishima, Donald Keene friendship; Organized by Gakushuin Women’s College Students
An exhibition to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the first meeting between Japanese...
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Tourists’ Consumption Tax Exemption To Take New Form; Refunds When Departing To Replace Waivers When Buying
The government and ruling parties intend to change the consumption tax exemption system...
November 27, 2024
SOCIETY
Former BIT Mining CEO Accused of Bribing Diet Member; Allegations Related to Bid for Integrated Resort Project
A former chief executive officer of 500.com (now BIT Mining Ltd.) has been indicted on charges of paying bribes to a Japanese Diet member and others, the U.S. Justice Department...
December 1, 2024
Victims of Fire at Japan Lawmaker Inoguchi’s Home Identified
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — The two victims of a recent fire at Japanese lawmaker Kuniko Inogu...
December 1, 2024
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s Car Involved in Collision During Visit to Tottori
The car carrying Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba had contact with a security guard vehicl...
December 1, 2024
Tokyo Police Works with Muji to Design Stylish Bicycle Helmets; Project Intends to Address Low Rate of Helmet Use in Tokyo
With helmet use low among cyclists, Tokyo police are now working with Ryohin Keikaku Co...
December 1, 2024
JAL Plane’s Right Rear Tire Punctures While Landing at Kagoshima Airport; No Passengers or Crew Injured
A Japan Airlines Flight 647 from Haneda Airport suffered a puncture in its right rear t...
November 30, 2024
IMPERIAL FAMILY
Princess Aiko Turns 23; She Performed This Year First Official Duties Outside Tokyo Alone
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — Princess Aiko, the only child of the Emperor and Empress, turned 23 on Sunday.
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December 1, 2024-
Japan Crown Prince Akishino Turns 59, Says Necessary for Female Imperial Members’ Opinions About Proposed Change to System to Be Heard
Crown Prince Akishino, who turned 59 on Saturday, has said it is necessary to hear the opini...
November 30, 2024
Japan Emperor, Empress Visit Princess Yuriko’s Grave
Tokyo (Jiji Press)—Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako visited the Toshimagaoka cem...
November 28, 2024
481 Attend Funeral for Princess Yuriko of Mikasa at Imperial Cemetery in Tokyo
The funeral of Princess Yuriko of Mikasa, who died on Nov. 15 at the age of 101, was held at...
November 26, 2024
Japan Crown Prince Akishino Hopes Son Will Study Abroad in Future
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — Crown Prince Akishino said Monday that he hopes his son, Prince Hisahit...
November 26, 2024
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YOMIURI EDITORIAL
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Trump’s Tariff Policy: U.S. Certain to Suffer Its Own Major Blow
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, who touted on the campaign trail a policy of imposing hig...
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Metal Cable Theft: Develop System to Prevent Illicit Distribution
There has been a spate of cases in which metal cables used for power transmission were stole...
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Cyber Defense: Swiftly Detect Signs of Attacks
There have been many cyberattacks on government organizations and critical infrastructure on...
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Policy Speech: Ishiba’s Vision for Nation Remains Unclear
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s policy speech did not present a clear vision of the nation f...
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Medical Checkups for 5-year-olds: Use Results to Support Children with Developmental Disabilities
Medical checkups for infants and toddlers are important for children to be able to grow up h...
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Extraordinary Diet Session Begins: Debate How to Maintain Fairness of Elections
The extraordinary Diet session has begun. While it is of course important to address a mount...
November 29, 2024
POLITICS
‘Make Young People Want to Live There,’ Says PM Ishiba as He Tries to Breathe Life Back into Regional Communities
TOTTORI — Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Saturday underscored the importance of making regional areas places that young people and women will cho...
December 1, 2024
Japanese Politicians Actively Use Social Media: Funds Reports
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — Japanese political parties and lawmakers actively used social media and the internet for their political activities in 2023, 1...
December 1, 2024
China’s Latest Stealth Fighter Shown at Air Show Demonstrates Intent to Rival U.S. Forces, Continuing Military Buildup
ZHUHAI, China — The latest model of a stealth fighter that China recently unveiled at an air show is believed to have the potential to be a strong ...
December 1, 2024
Japan PM Ishiba’s Policy Speech Indicates Cautiousness toward Minority Government
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s policy speech on Friday was highlighted by remarks that indi...
November 30, 2024
Japan Plans To Offer Defense Equipment To 4 Nations; Govt Eyes Philippines, Indonesia, Mongolia, Djibouti
The government plans to select the Philippines, Indonesia, Mongolia and Djibouti as target c...
November 30, 2024
Govt Compiles Proposal on Laws for ‘Active Cyber Defense’; Analysis of Communications Between Japan, Overseas Featured
The government compiled a proposal on Friday for the establishment of legal systems focusing...
November 30, 2024
BUSINESS
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Expectations High for Freight-Only Shinkansen Trains; Some Players Express Concerns
Hopes are high for freight-only Shinkansen trains, which are being considered for introduction by East Japan Railway Co. (JR East), both as a means...
December 1, 2024 
4 Nippon TV Network Stations to be Placed Under New Holding Company; Joint Stock Transfer to Take Place on April 1
Four main broadcasters in the Nippon TV network will integrate their businesses in April through the establishment of a holding company, the statio...
November 30, 2024
Mitsubishi UFJ to Acquire WealthNavi
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc. said Friday that it will acquire Japanese robo-advisory firm WealthNavi Inc. to reinforce ...
November 30, 2024
Nippon TV Network’s 4 Core Affiliates to Merge Operation Next Year
The four core Nippon TV Network affiliates Sapporo Television Broadcasting Co., Chukyo TV. B...
November 29, 2024
Japan Automakers Stepping on Gas for PHVs as EV Sales Hit Brakes
Amid a global deceleration of sales of electric vehicles (EVs), major automakers are steppin...
November 29, 2024
Yen Surges to 150 Per Dollar amid Growing BOJ Rate Hike Bets
TOKYO (Reuters) — The yen jumped as much as 1% to a six-week high at 150 per dollar on Frida...
November 29, 2024
Core Inflation in Tokyo Accelerates in November
TOKYO (Reuters) — Core consumer inflation in Japan's capital accelerated in November and sta...
November 29, 2024
WORLD
Next-gen Fighter Being Developed by Japan, U.K., Italy Could See Saudis Sign On as ‘Partner’
Japan, the United Kingdom and Italy are considering allowing Saudi Arabia to join in the joi...
December 1, 2024
China Resumes Short-Term Visa Waiver for Japanese
BEIJING (Jiji Press) — China on Saturday reinstated its short-term visa waiver for Japanese ...
December 1, 2024
Man Arrested Over China Murder Of Japanese Schoolboy; Unclear Motives Likely Included Anti-Japanese Animus
A Chinese man who had been taken into custody after allegedly stabbing a Japanese boy on his...
November 30, 2024
Young N. Koreans Take Solace In TV Dramas From South;Defector Says Watching Shows Is Harshly Punished
Kang Gyuri knew watching South Korean TV dramas could be harshly punished, but the programs ...
November 28, 2024
Experts Discuss Japan-ROK Relations at Tokyo Forum; Speakers Note Importance of Feeling Benefit from Ties
South Korean experts gave lectures on the theme of economic cooperation as well as diplomati...
November 27, 2024
Japanese Schools in China to Have Security Guards on School Buses
The Foreign Ministry plans to move up its schedule for placing security guards on school bus...
November 25, 2024
NEWS SERVICES
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Over 100 Countries Back Plastic Treaty Caps as Talks Reach Fierce Finish
BUSAN, South Korea (Reuters) - Negotiators aiming for an international treaty to curb plastic pollution are set for fierce debate on the last day o...
December 1, 2024 
US Black Friday Spending at Stores Inches Ahead as Americans Spend More Online
Black Friday spending in U.S. retail stores was muted this year in contrast to a more robust rise online, as bargain-hungry Americans skipped store...
December 1, 2024
Trump Discussed Border, Trade with Canada’s Trudeau after Pledging Steep Tariffs
OTTAWA (Reuters) - U.S. President-elect Donald Trump said on Saturday he discussed the border, trade and energy in a “very productive” meeting with...
December 1, 2024
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Syrian Rebels Sweep into Aleppo, Russia Conducts Strikes in Support of Assad
Russia’s Defence Ministry said its air force had carried out strikes on Syrian rebels in sup...
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Protesters Gather for Third Night of Demonstrations after Georgia Announces Suspension of EU Talks
TBILISI, Georgia (AP) — Protesters gathered across Georgia on Saturday night in a third stra...
December 1, 2024 
Lebanese Fishermen Hope Ceasefire with Israel Means Normal Life Returning
TYRE, Lebanon (AP) — The ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah brought hope for normality b...
December 1, 2024
Trump Threatens 100％ Tariff on the BRIC Bloc of Nations If They Act to Undermine US Dollar
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump on Saturday threatened 100% tariff...
December 1, 2024
EDITORIAL & COLUMNS
Dealing with Trump, and ‘a world without police’
“America is not the world’s policeman,” then U.S. President Barack Obama said in 2013. Now, ...
November 29, 2024
Fighting Poverty Is Harder Than Fighting Gravity; Nelson’s 1977 Observation Still Resonates Today
It was a mission so difficult that many regarded its success as a dream come true. It was th...
November 23, 2024
Time to break away from defense-only policy
Donald Trump has been reelected as U.S. president. I thought he was leading during the campa...
November 22, 2024
Japanese Corporations, AI Startups Can Build Synergy; Both Have Qualities To Mutually Enhance Innovation
In February this year, I helped my client ClimateAI host a climate change wine tasting event...
November 16, 2024
LDP Faces Struggle To Survive As Minority Ruling Party; Ishiba Must Woo Opposition To Get Anything Done
The Japanese people punished the Liberal Democratic Party for its political funds scandals i...
November 16, 2024
Polish Ambassador To Japan Reflects On Independence; In 1918 Poland Became Free From Russia, Other Empires
As silence fell over Europe’s trenches and battlefields on the 11th of November in 1918, Wor...
November 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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Number Nine 09 / Seafood Mazesoba Offers Delight Through Various Flavors; New Charm in Historical Soka
“Soka is becoming a ramen battleground with more and more delicious ramen shops opening up,” I was told by a person from the Soka Chamber of Commer...
Soka, Saitama
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YUJI Ramen TOKYO / Ramen Shop’s Unique ‘Tunakotsu’ Broth Made from Tuna Bones is Popular for its Rich, Light Taste
It is common for ramen to be served with “tonkotsu” broth, which is made from pig bones. But YUJI Ramen TOKYO, located in Kiyosumi, Tokyo, offers s...
Kiyosumi-Shirakawa
October 25, 2024
SPORTS
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Norris Nabs Nippon Series; Kanaya Claims Money Crown
South Africa’s Shaun Norris shot a final-round 2-under 68 on Sunday for a two-stroke victory in the Japan pro tour’s season-ending Nippon Series JT...
December 1, 2024 
Saudi Arabia 2034 World Cup Bid ‘medium Risk’ for Human Rights: FIFA
PARIS (AFP-Jiji) — Saudi Arabia’s bid to host the 2034 World Cup was considered “medium risk” for human rights by FIFA in its evaluation report, wh...
December 1, 2024
Giants Town Stadium to Open to Public on March 1; Giants Set for Swallows, Tigers Match-Ups
Giants Town Stadium, the new venue for the Yomiuri Giants’ farm team, currently under construction in Inagi, Tokyo, will be inaugurated on March 1,...
November 30, 2024
Parade of Paris Olympics, Paralympics Athletes Marches Through Tokyo’s Nihonbashi district; About 100 Athletes Join
A parade to express gratitude for supporting athletes of the Paris Olympic and Paralympic Ga...
November 30, 2024
Yomiuri Giants, Hanshin Tigers to Face Shohei Ohtani’s Dodgers; MLB Opener Games Cubs-Dodgers to be held on March 18, 19
The Yomiuri Giants and Hanshin Tigers will each play exhibition games against the Los Angele...
November 28, 2024
Sumo Scene / Ex-ozeki Asahikuni, Who Made Up for his Short Stature With Hard Work, Dies; Studying Opponents, Treatments Led to Nickname of ‘Dr. Sumo’
The news of the death of former ozeki Asahikuni, whose birth name was Takeo Ota, came out on...
November 28, 2024
Yomiuri Giants’ Tomoyuki Sugano Picks up 3rd MVP Award, Hiromasa Funabasama is the 21st Giants Player Named Rookie of the Year
Yomiuri Giants hurler Tomoyuki Sugano showed he is still going strong in his mid-30s, taking...
November 27, 2024
SCIENCE & NATURE
Stray Dogs in Giza Become Tourist Draw after ‘Pyramid Puppy’ Sensation
CAIRO (AFP-Jiji) — Beneath the blazing Egyptian sun, crowds at the Giza Pyramids gazed up at the ancient wonders, but some had their eyes peeled fo...
November 30, 2024
Scientists Uncover Magnetic Misunderstanding about Uranus
WASHINGTON (Reuters) — In 1781, German-born British astronomer William Herschel made Uranus the first planet discovered with the aid of a telescope...
November 29, 2024
Fossil from Germany Unlocks History of Ancient Flying Reptiles
Aloft over the landscape of Bavaria some 147 million years ago was a pterosaur — an ancient flying reptile — with a wing span of about 2 meters, a ...
November 28, 2024
Vienna Turns Up Christmas Glitter
VIENNA (AFP-Jiji) — Vienna will splash the cash on lighting up its famed Christmas markets t...
November 28, 2024
Researchers: Surfboards with Bright Lights Could Deter Shark Attacks
SYDNEY (AFP-Jiji) — Covering your surfboard in bright lights sounds like an open invitation ...
November 28, 2024
Spain Seeks Groundbreaking Law for Great Apes
VILLENA, Spain (AFP-Jiji) — For decades Achille, 50, eked out a miserable existence living a...
November 28, 2024
Japan Eyes 60％ Cut in Greenhouse Gas Emissions in FY 2035
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — The government is considering setting a target of reducing its greenhou...
November 26, 2024
CULTURE
Ryoma Takeuchi Stars in Video-Game-Turned-Drama ‘Like A Dragon: Yakuza’; Amazon Prime Video Brings to Life Beloved Fighting Franchise
Kazuma Kiryu is the protagonist of Sega’s immensely popular video game series “Ryu ga Gotoku...
November 29, 2024
Opera ‘William Tell’ Graces Tokyo New National Theatre; Performance Stuns as All-Round Bullseye
Rossini’s last opera “William Tell,” or “Guillaume Tell,” received its first Japanese perfor...
November 28, 2024
2025 Expo Pavilion Light and Life Installation Unveiled to Press; 320,000 LED Lights Create Display to Illuminate the Question of Life
OSAKA — A 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo pavilion’s light installation was unveiled to the media in ...
November 27, 2024
Background Art From ‘The Boy and the Heron’ on Display at Studio Ghibli Museum; Features 120 Drawings for Film Directed by Hayao Miyazaki
The background art from Studio Ghibli's animated film "Kimitachi wa Do Ikiru ka?" (The Boy a...
November 25, 2024
Sign Language Kyogen by and for Deaf People
The 40-year-old Japanese Theater of the Deaf put on a performance of kyogen, a form of tradi...
November 24, 2024
Avantgardey, Mysterious School Uniformed Dance Group from Japan, Finds Worldwide Fame After Being on America’s Got Talent
Mysterious school-uniformed and bobbed-haired group Avantgardey comprises 17 female dancers ...
November 22, 2024
NEWS WITH VIDEO
In-Office Strawberry Cultivation System Brings Relaxation, Better Communication
December 1, 2024
2 Die in Fire at Lawmaker Kuniko Inoguchi’s Condo in Tokyo; Deceased Thought to be Husband Takashi and Their Daughter (UPDATE 1)
November 28, 2024
2 People Killed in Kawasaki Apartment Building Fire; Reported to Have Broken Out on 13th Floor
November 28, 2024
Making of Iburigakko Smoked Pickled Daikon Radish Reaches Busiest Time of Year in Akita Pref.
November 25, 2024
Giant USJ Christmas Tree Lit Up for Final Year; Visitors Cheer for 10-Time World Record-Breaking 30 Meter Tree
November 20, 2024
FEATURES
DELICIOUS
Easy-to-Prepare Frying Pan Hot Pot; Prepare for Coming Cold with 2 Steamy Hot Pot Recipes
December 1, 2024Sweetness of Root Crops Stands Out in Autumnal Miso Soup; Japan Seasonal Sweet Potato and Satoimo Taro Used in Indian-Inspired Recipe
November 24, 2024Japanese Seaweeds from Certain Regions Being Eaten More Widely, Used in Bread and Chocolate
November 24, 2024Crispy Spring Rolls with Fluffy Autumn Salmon, Mushrooms; Seasonal Recipe for Harvest Time, Inspired by Japan Flavors
November 17, 2024
JAPAN IN FOCUS
Japan’s Only Hovercraft Tour Launches; Oita Pref. Provides ¥11.2 Mil. to Improve Transportation System
December 1, 2024Tottori: Riders on Hayabusa-model Motorbikes Gather at Sacred Place; Hayabusa Station Roars on Weekends
November 30, 2024Osaka University to Rebrand as the University of Osaka Next Year to Boost Global Recognition
November 30, 2024Fukuoka: Parkour World Championships Leaping by Kokura Castle Backdrop
November 30, 2024
TRAVEL SPOTS
Illuminated Ginkgo Trees Delight Visitors with Golden Fleece of Autumnal Leaves; Daily Light-Up Visible at Tokyo Park
November 28, 2024Move Over Hachiko: Dog Character with Gyoza Promotes Utsunomya at JR Shibuya Station
November 27, 2024Japan Tourism / Travel to Fukui Pref. for Soba Made From Buckwheat Freshly Harvested in Autumn
November 26, 2024Kyoto Temple Enjoys Delayed Peak Viewing for Autumn Leaves
November 25, 2024
TROUBLESHOOTER
I Have No Idea How I Should Treat My Pessimistic Mother
December 1, 2024Family of My Son’s Girlfriend Has Me Worried Sick About His Future
December 1, 2024I Cannot Think of my Handicapped Daughter as Precious; Son, Daughter Without Disabilities Are ‘Adorable’
November 24, 2024My girlfriend and Work Are Wearing Me out; ‘I Find Myself Wanting to Just Disappear’
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