Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Japan is seeking talks with the Iranian government "at the appropriate time" to help prevent further escalation in the conflict and secure the release of ... ( read original story ...)
Japan, South Korea stocks open higher as investors assess Trump’s Iran war comments, extended deadline
In an expletive-filled social media post, Trump also vowed to bring "Hell" to the country after the U.S. forces had rescued an American airman shot down in Iran last week. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Pasona to open new facility allowing visitors to relive Osaka expo
Staffing firm Pasona Group Inc. said Friday it will open a new complex this fall where visitors can experience the exhibition it pres ... ( read original story ...)
Young ramen entrepreneur in Sapporo’s Susukino breaks industry norms, expands overseas
SAPPORO -- In Susukino, Sapporo's competitive ramen district, a young entrepreneur is rewriting the rules. Daichi Mori, 25, founded his company Ichi a・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
Collapse of Tokyo’s aging cherry blossom trees during viewing season raises safety concerns
Many of Tokyo's popular and iconic Somei Yoshino cherry blossom trees were planted during Japan's postwar advancement in the 1960s, and are now getting old and frail. The one in Kinuta Park damaged a ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese Derby Winners Face Off in Osaka Hai
The Osaka Hai (G1T) brings together some of Japan's top middle-distance runners, including the last two winners of the Tokyo Yushun (Japanese Derby, G1T). ( read original story ...)
Osaka stray deer named ‘Shikayan,’ eats cracker from Osaka, Nara governors
OSAKA: A deer that was captured while wandering around Osaka city was given a name during a ceremony at a campsite, its new home, in Osaka Prefecture on Friday (April 3). ( read original story ...)
Japan turns up FX heat as volatility rises, signals readiness to act
By Makiko Yamazaki and Rocky Swift TOKYO, April 3 (Reuters) - Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama on Friday put currency traders on notice, saying the government stands ready to act against ... ( read original story ...)
Former Navy housing area in Japan reverting to Yokohama city control
A former U.S. Navy housing area in Yokohama will be returned to Japan this summer as part of a long-running U.S. base realignment in Kanagawa prefecture. ( read original story ...)
Osaka Gas Weighs Investment in U.S. Gas-Fired Power Plants
Highlighting the need for a constant energy supply, the U.S. and Japan have unveiled plans to spend $33 billion on a gas-powered facility in Ohio, part of a $550 billion trade deal between the two ... ( read original story ...)
New Universal Studios Japan manhole covers are popping up in Osaka
Here’s where to spot the exclusive first design featuring Elmo, Woody and Winnie Woodpecker, and the iconic Osaka Castle ... ( read original story ...)
What is the viral Tokyo DisneySea Rapunzel crow video? Everything you need to know
A shocking video of a Rapunzel animatronic at Tokyo DisneySea has truly taken social media by storm. ( read original story ...)
Justice Jackson sparks online uproar after linking birthright citizenship to stealing a wallet in Japan
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson faced viral conservative backlash over a wallet-stealing-in-Japan analogy during birthright citizenship oral arguments on Wednesday. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo police raid offices of 3 gangs with suspected links to high-profile heist
Tokyo police have raided the headquarters of three organized crime groups in Japan over their suspected links to a robbery of more than 400 million yen in cash. ( read original story ...)
Macron calls for ceasefire in Mideast during visit to Japan
Macron, who held talks with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, said they both believe in international law, the international order and the democratic values, adding: “This is why ... we both ... ( read original story ...)
Workers injured, rescued from 50-meter transmission tower in Nagoya
The fire department received a call on April 1 reporting that a worker had become unable to move while working on a ... ( read original story ...)