The Making of Harry Potter opens June 16; The Rainforest World Music Festival begins June 23 in Kuching, Sarawak. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s wholesale inflation eases, goods close to consumers continue to rise
Japan's wholesale inflation slowed for a fifth consecutive month in May because of sliding fuel and commodity prices, data showed on Monday, a sign cost-push pressure that has driven up consumer ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s wholesale inflation eases for 5th straight month in May
Japanese wholesale prices rose 5.1% in May from a year earlier, slowing for the fifth straight month due to sliding fuel and raw material costs, central bank data showed on Monday. The rise in the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan rocked by Pokémon card crime spree as thieves go to extravagant lengths to steal from shops: report
Shop owners in Japan selling Pokémon are experiencing a rise in thefts as thieves go to extravagant lengths to steal these high sought-after items. ( read original story ...)
Geisha who debuted in Osaka 7 yrs after once giving up on dream determined to pursue career
A geisha, locally known as "geiko," who debuted in this western Japan city this past February, about seven years after once giving up on her ・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
In Photos: Rookie geisha in Osaka determined to pursue traditional performing arts
Marizuru, second from right, entertains patrons with a party game using a folded screen, in Osaka's Chuo Ward on April 29, 2023. (Mainichi/Ai Kawahira ... ( read original story ...)
The women fighting Japan’s sexual violence stigma
Both were shattered by sexual harassment which she experienced "on a daily basis" when she joined her unit after training. "My breasts were rubbed. I was kissed on the cheek, groped, or grabbed from behind in the hallway - colleagues or superiors would rub themselves against me with people watching, ( read original story ...)
Tokyo girl with rare disease gets 1st ever haircut to donate locks for medical wigs
A 9-year-old girl suffering from an intractable disease on June 2 cut her hair for the first time since her birth to donate her locks to a pr・・・ ( read original story ...)
Patek Philippe Releases Six New Limited References For Tokyo Market
Patek Philippe introduced six limited editions, some of them surprisingly colorful, in conjunction with its Watch Art Grand Exhibition in Tokyo over the weekend. ( read original story ...)
Patek Philippe Drops Six New Limited References For Tokyo Market
Patek Philippe introduced six limited editions, some of them surprisingly colorful, in conjunction with its Watch Art Grand Exhibition in Tokyo over the weekend. ( read original story ...)
Why Tokyo Ghoul Wasn’t Successful In Its Creator’s Eyes
However, fans were quick to double-take when Ishida got on the topic of Tokyo Ghoul. "As far as the premise is concerned, I don't really consider Tokyo Ghoul a success. For me, success is when I get the feeling that I drew something good. ( read original story ...)
EG jawgemo talks Masters Tokyo expectations: “We have no limit on us”
EG explain their expectations for VCT Masters Tokyo and how they are looking at this tournament as a whole while prepping for Champions. ( read original story ...)
Vietnam Festival held in Osaka
The Consulate General of Vietnam in Osaka and the Japan’s festival organisation committee on June 10 held a ceremony to launch the Vietnam Festival 2023, an activity marking the celebration of the ... ( read original story ...)
Two airplanes come into contact at Tokyo airport; no injuries reported
Two airplanes came into contact with each other on Saturday at the Haneda Airport in Tokyo, Japanese authorities said. No injuries were reported in the incident. ( read original story ...)
SFMOMA acquires capsule from Tokyo’s demolished Nakagin Capsule Tower
Selena Preciado has been named the new curator and director of programs at Los Angeles Contemporary Exhibitions. She joins the organization from the Getty Foundation, where she helped manage the Getty Marrow Undergraduate Internship Program and support the Pacific Standard Time initiative. ( read original story ...)
Kouji Nogami & Hiroto Tsukasa: “Formula for a Hit” as perceived in “Tenjinbashi,” the highly popular campaign in Osaka’s Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Arcade
The enka/uta song "Tenjinbashi" is slowly becoming a hot topic. The campaign in Osaka's Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Arcade, which can be considered the home of the song, was a great success. ...... Kouji ... ( read original story ...)