Already renowned for their speed and comfort, Japan's Shinkansen bullet trains are about to become even more luxurious, with new private suites set to launch this autumn featuring lockable doors, ... ( read original story ...)
Japan was shifted eastward by a few millimetres, researchers believe
Japan appears to have shifted further east in recent years. The 2011 earthquake in Japan that triggered a tsunami and the Fukushima reactor disaster moved the country east by up to 6 millimetres, ... ( read original story ...)
Ghanaian-Founded Crypto Exchange Eyes Foreigners in Equity Round
Hyro Exchange, the first Ghanaian-founded cryptocurrency exchange, is considering additional equity issuance following the completion of a recent seed capital raise to accelerate expansion across ...
Japan’s Nikkei slides to one-week low as profit-taking hits tech stocks
Japan's Nikkei index tumbled to a one-week low after a streak of all-time high gains, as investors decided to cash in on profits. The pullback was broad-based, primarily driven by declining AI and ...
This Japanese flatground tricks stun Osaka skaters
Takuma brings freestyle skateboarding into the streets of Osaka with a unique style that mixes technical flatground control, street gaps, stair tricks, and fast freestyle combinations. The video ... ( read original story ...)
Loro Piana to open new store in Tokyo’s Omotesando
The four-story boutique located in the Tokyo luxury district boasts a facade designed by architect Jun Aoki. ( read original story ...)
Summer Sonic just announced additional David Byrne, Holly Humberstone and Steve Lacy shows in Tokyo
The ‘Summer Sonic Extra’ pre-festival programme on August 13 will feature some of the 2026 edition’s most anticipated names ... ( read original story ...)
Inside Japan’s billion-dollar quest to help a sleep-starved nation rest
From puffer jackets designed for power naps to homes that auto-adjust lighting and temperature, better sleep in Japan is a booming market. ( read original story ...)
Osaka PREF. school deems rugby choking incident serious under anti-bullying law
HIRAKATA, Osaka -- Tokai University Osaka Gyosei High School said it classified a December 2025 case in which a rugby player briefly lost consciousnes･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Taste the World Cup: Osaka shops launch Samurai Blue-themed menu
OSAKA -- To cheer on Japan's national team competing in the FIFA World Cup 2026 hosted jointly by Canada, the United States and Mexico, restaurants in･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo court fines ex-LDP lawmaker in 1st slush fund ruling for politician
A Tokyo court on Tuesday found a former lawmaker of Japan's governing party and his then secretary guilty of false reporting under th ... ( read original story ...)
Used condo prices in Tokyo rise 27% year on year in May
The price of used condominiums in Tokyo's 23 wards rose about 27 percent in May from a year earlier. Real estate research firm Tokyo Kantei says the average listing price of a 70-square-meter unit hit ... ( read original story ...)
Brandon Espiritu finds healing in Osaka, admits halfies remark was arrogant
Brandon Espiritu is trying to find “healing” in Osaka, Japan, after deactivating all his social media accounts earlier this month following the backlash over his controversial “halfies” remark. The ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka cries after being heckled by fan during match at Indian Wells
Naomi Osaka was brought to tears during her match at the Indian Wells Masters in California on Saturday. A heckler shouted "Naomi, you suck!," at Osaka from the stands during the tennis star's match ... ( read original story ...)
Brandon Espiritu takes ‘healing’ break in Osaka
MANILA, Philippines — Former Mister Supranational Philippines Brandon Espiritu traveled to Osaka, Japan for a “healing” break following the backlash over his controversial remarks about the “halfies” ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to increase visa fees by more than five times starting on 1 July
Japan wants to help manage the rising costs of its immigration system by making tourist visas significantly more expensive in the first fee increase in nearly half a century. View on euronews ... ( read original story ...)