Asuka III to be Christened in Yokohama in July

Asuka Cruises is planning to name its newest ship, the Asuka III, during a special event in Japan on July 11, 2025. According to the company, the Asuka II will join the naming ceremony, which will be ... ( read original story ...)

Japan’s civil war over surnames

Keidanren, Japan’s largest business lobby, says the status quo “hinders women’s advancement”. Campaigners are not stopping there. They say junking name rules will also help stop uncommon ones dying ... ( read original story ...)