Over 100 vintage and classic cars will participate in The Classic Himalayan Drive 2025, a 10-day expedition partnered by Yokohama India. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo: Chairman Hiroyasu Ando Talks Festival Growth and Competing for Attention With Trump
Ando has raised the festival’s profile since taking the job in 2019, but admits there's much work to do with increasing the Japanese public's awareness of the event. ( read original story ...)
Tour bus fatally hits 15-year-old cyclist in central Osaka
A third-year junior high school student riding a bicycle here died after being struck by a tour bus on Oct. 29.The bus hit a 15-year-old boy ･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
News in Easy English: Portugal Pavilion staff help stranded visitors at Osaka Expo
On Aug. 13, a subway problem at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai left over 10,000 people stuck at the venue overnight. At the Portugal Pavilion, staff ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo auto show highlights technology but Trump’s tariffs loom large
The Tokyo Mobility Show is showcasing futuristic transport, including robotic chairs and helicopter-like aircraft. ( read original story ...)
How Trump Is Extracting $900 Billion From Japan and South Korea
Donald Trump’s renewed trade offensive has come at a steep cost for Japan and South Korea. With little room to maneuver, both countries have been pressured by Washington to commit to investing ... ( read original story ...)
‘Dinner in Sky’ opens in Osaka; meals 40 meters above ground
OSAKA--A restaurant that offers diners the thrill of eating and drinking while suspended 40 meters above ground is now taking reservations in the city’s Nishi Ward. ( read original story ...)
Hegseth calls for early implementation of Japan’s defence budget increase
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth on Wednesday called for an early implementation of Japan's plan to increase defence spending, but said he had made no specific demand on the scale of the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan maglev train faces $26bn cost overrun, uncertain start date
NAGOYA, Japan -- A ultrahigh-speed train project that will connect Tokyo and Nagoya is set to exceed the previous cost estimate by roughly 4 trillion yen ($26.3 billion) due to rising material and ... ( read original story ...)
Japan man, 77, gives Swiss woman photo they took together 55 years after Osaka Expo encounter
Elderly man who felt ‘admiration not love’ at first sight more than half a century ago renews friendship with 81-year-old woman. ( read original story ...)
Hegseth welcomes Japan’s arms spending increase, says alliance key to deter China
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has welcomed Japan's commitment to accelerate its military buildup and defense spending ... ( read original story ...)
Nagoya teacher admits to sharing illicit images of girls
NAGOYA--A 42-year-old public elementary school teacher accused of sharing illicit images of young girls with a secret online group of voyeuristic educators admitted to the allegations in court on Oct. ( read original story ...)
Hegseth welcomes Japan’s arms spending increase, says US-Japan alliance key to deter China
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Wednesday welcomed Japan's determination to accelerate its ongoing military buildup and defense spending. During a visit to Japan, Hegseth said he hopes to see ... ( read original story ...)
Singaporeans flock to Japan property as Tokyo, Osaka and weak yen lure buyers
Singaporeans surpassed Hong Kong investors to be top buyers of Japanese properties, accounting for half of transactions at one investment firm. ( read original story ...)
Japanese Anime ‘Killtube’ Brings Dystopian Battle Royale to Tokyo Gap-Financing Market
An anime feature set in an alternate 2027 Japan is at the Tokyo Gap-Financing Market, promising a blend of feudal imagery and futuristic warfare. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama, Newly Named One of Japan’s “New Three Most Spectacular Night Views,” Announces One of Japan’s Largest Illumination Events Illumination Spectacle in Yokohama …
Yokohama will once again host "Illumination Spectacle in Yokohama (yorunoyo 2025)" this year, from December 4 to December 30, 2025.Now in its sixth year, the event embraces the theme of flowers. Its ... ( read original story ...)