Lot 1000: The Place and the People

Redevelopment plans mean that the last building in Lot 1000 in central Sapporo must be demolished. We learn about the past, present, and future of this spot, exploring its centuries-long history. ( read original story ...)

Japan’s wholesale prices rise 4.2% in March

Japan's wholesale prices rose 4.2% in the year to March, data showed on Thursday, highlighting persistent cost pressures that add to corporate pain from uncertainty over U.S. tariff policy. The rise ... ( read original story ...)

Tanzania gears up for Expo 2025 in Osaka

Expo 2025 Osaka will be one of the largest international events of the decade, drawing an estimated 28.2 million visitors, with 3.5 million expected from outside Japan. Tanzania’s exhibition space ... ( read original story ...)