An army of Pikachu will launch its fifth infiltration of Yokohama in August, but the invasion through the streets will continue into the evening for the first time. The “Pikachu Outbreak,” held annually since 2014 in the Kanagawa prefectural capital ... ( read original story ...)
Watch Jaden Smith Wander Around Tokyo In ‘Ghost’ Video
The video, which premiered today on the Fader, sees the 19-year-old rapper on a Tokyo adventure, backed by a colourful group of friends. “I encourage everyone to go to Japan,” Smith told Fader. “Specifically to Tokyo, to just have fun and adventure ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese World Cup fans almost cause a water catastrophe in Tokyo when they all rush to the toilet at the same during the halftime break in match against Colombia
Japanese football fans narrowly avoided a water crisis after a stampede of halftime toilet breaks caused shortages across Tokyo. Millions of people rushed to the bathroom in the Japanese capital as the national side went in for half time in their match ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks lose ground in morning on Dow’s losing streak, U.S. protectionism
TOKYO, June 22 (Xinhua) -- Tokyo stocks lost ground Friday morning following the Dow Jones Industrial Average's eight-day losing streak and amid ongoing concerns about U.S. protectionist trade policies. The 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average lost 192.59 points ... ( read original story ...)
Hawaiian Airlines to ramp up Sapporo winter service
Hawaiian Airlines announced Thursday that it plans to increase its nonstop service between Sapporo, Japan and Honolulu to up to five weekly flights during two weeks in February, a typically high-demand travel period for Hokkaido travelers. The added ... ( read original story ...)
Hawaiian : Airlines Increases Sapporo to Honolulu Winter Frequency
HONOLULU - Hawaiian Airlines will increase its non-stop service between Sapporo's New Chitose Airport (CTS) and Honolulu's Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to up to five weekly flights from Feb. 1-16, 2019. The added frequency comes in response ... ( read original story ...)
Porsche : Yokohama Tire and Travis Pastrana Ready to Take on the Mountain in New Porsche Pikes Peak Class
Yokohama Tire returns to Pikes Peak with Porsche and action sports star/Nitro Circus founder Travis Pastrana, along with a mountain of activities planned for fans at the upcoming 'Race to the Clouds.' The tiremaker has partnered with Porsche Motorsport ... ( read original story ...)
TOKYO | Japan to cancel evacuation drills for NKorean missile threat
TOKYO — Japan plans to suspend the civilian evacuation drills it started last year while North Korea was repeatedly test-firing missiles near and over Japanese islands. Nine drills to prepare residents in Japan for possible missile attacks were to be ... ( read original story ...)
Man flees after fatal knife attack at Yokohama housing complex
YOKOHAMA – One man is dead and two others, his wife and son, are injured after a knife attack early Thursday at a housing complex in Yokohama, police said. The male suspect fled the scene after attacking Koji Endo, 61, his wife, Kyoko, 61, and their son ... ( read original story ...)
TOKYO | Asian stocks mostly up despite underlying US-China tension
TOKYO — Asian stock markets mostly rose Thursday as concern fades over the trade tensions between the U.S. and China. Uncertainty remains, but the original tariff threats made earlier in the week were not followed by material action. KEEPING SCORE: Japan ... ( read original story ...)
Canadians adopting in Japan needlessly living in legal limbo, lawyer letters say
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) said it’s seeking clarity on whether the change affects Canadians as well, although this wasn’t previously part of the process for Canadian families adopting children in Japan. Hoag told Global News ... ( read original story ...)
Japan and Senegal fans impress at World Cup after helping to clean up stadiums
Not only did these teams impress World Cup viewers -- their fans did, too. Japanese and Senegalese supporters received praise after they were seen picking up their trash and tidying up their stadium section following their respective matches Tuesday. ( read original story ...)
Our Thoughts and Prayers are With Tokyo Vanity Who Just Suffered a Tragic Loss
Tokyo Vanity is no doubt an upbeat, fun-loving, amazing person but her world came crashing down after learning of the passing of her angel. Earlier this week, the Love & Hip Hop Atlanta fan favorite shared the tragic news with her supportive followers ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo has three restaurants in the World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2018 list
Yes, we know – Tokyo's culinary scene is pretty amazing, and the world certainly seems to agree. Besides boasting a near-ludicrous amount of Michelin-starred and Bib Gourmand-tipped restaurants, we also consistently manage to wow the judges of The World ... ( read original story ...)
B.C. families adopting from Japan in limbo after visas refused
For the families stuck in Japan, they say they're standing strong in their bids to bring their children home. "We will never give up on our child," said Hoag. "We'll do whatever it takes." CTV News has reached out to the federal government but has not yet ... ( read original story ...)
At least 4 dead, hundreds hurt after earthquake hits Japan
Most of the injured were in Osaka — Japan's No. 2 city bustling with businesses ... More than 1,000 schools were closed in Osaka and nearby prefectures, Kyodo News reported. Wall cracks and other minor damage were found at several schools. ( read original story ...)