Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the nation is prepared to allow Japanese-related vessels to pass through the Strait of Hormuz after consultations between the countries’ officials, according to Kyodo News. ( read original story ...)
Japan downs Turkey to set up semifinal showdown vs. Canada at women’s curling worlds
Canada's Kerri Einarson will face Japan in semifinal action Saturday at the women's curling world championship in Calgary. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s people are aging as its snow worsens. That’s a lethal combination
At least 68 people died during the winter – all but 10 of them over 65 – when record-breaking snow hit the country’s north. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s PM Visited the White House for One of the Most Tense Diplomatic Meetings of the Year and Somehow Became the Internet’s Favorite Person
Sanae Takaichi came to the White House on Thursday to talk about Iran. The Strait of Hormuz. A $550 billion investment package. A president who ... Read More ( read original story ...)
Surprise, embarrassment, unease in Japan after Trump uses Pearl Harbor to defend Iran war
High level officials usually shy away from public discussion of Japan’s 1941 sneak attack on U.S. forces at Pearl Harbor. ( read original story ...)
No gambling or alcohol: Mahjong sees rising popularity across all ages in Japan
NAGOYA -- Mahjong, once associated with smoky rooms, alcohol and all-night gambling, is experiencing a resurgence in popularity among people of all ag･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Hiroshi Tanahashi Reveals Bushiroad Employees Were Frustrated After Yota Tsuji’s Comments At NJPW The New Beginning In Osaka
There were some Bushiroad employees who were not pleased with Yota Tsuji's comments at NJPW The New Beginning in Osaka. ( read original story ...)
Japan wanted inflation and Iran war could grant that wish. But it’s not the type Tokyo desires
The Iran war is pushing up "cost-push" inflation in Japan as opposed to the "demand-pull" inflation the BOJ seeks. ( read original story ...)
I’ve traveled beyond Japan’s popular Tokyo-Kyoto-Osaka route. There are 4 day trips I’d actually recommend
I live in Japan and have traveled beyond the popular tourist stops like Tokyo and Osaka. Some of my favorite day trips are Saitama, Kobe, and Nara. ( read original story ...)
On this day, March 20: Sarin attack on Tokyo subway kills 14
On March 20, 1995, 12 people were killed, and more than 5,000 made ill in a nerve-gas attack on the Tokyo subway system. A 13th victim died a day later and a 14th in 2008. ( read original story ...)
Giant Pokemon cards take over Tokyo skyline with viral night display
Gigantic Pokémon cards have taken over Tokyo’s skyline, with popular creatures appearing across one of the city’s most iconic landmarks. ( read original story ...)
People spot Japan PM’s reaction to Trump’s Pearl Harbor Iran comparison
Trump's remarks sparked shock online with much of the discussion turning to Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's reaction. ( read original story ...)
At Tokyo signs solar PPA in Japan
Japanese operator At Tokyo Corporation (aka @ Tokyo) has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) to offtake from a solar farm in Japan. The company this week announced a “basic agreement on a virtual ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo-Set Neon-Noir ‘One More Night to Live’ Unites Philippine Production Powerhouses Fusee and Studio 360 (EXCLUSIVE)
Philippine producers Fusee and Studio 360 partner on Tokyo-set action thriller 'One More Night to Live,' unveiled at Hong Kong FilMart. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Gov. Koike slams sexist remark by Tottori governor, warns of impact on women
TOKYO -- Tokyo Gov. Yuriko Koike expressed discomfort over a recent remark by Tottori Gov. Shinji Hirai, who referred to her as an "old lady" during a･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Trump’s Pearl Harbor remark overshadows Japan PM visit
President Trump compared US strikes on Iran to the deadly 1941 Japanese attack and declaration of war as part of World War Two. ( read original story ...)