Japan's upper house election on Sunday dealt a big blow to the ruling coalition and sets markets up for possible policy paralysis and a bigger fiscal deficit, much of which is already priced in, analysts said. ( read original story ...)
Travelling to Japan this summer? Beat the heat with these cooling dishes
From chilled ramen to flowing noodles caught with chopsticks, these regional specialties blend flavour, fun and centuries of heat-beating wisdom. ( read original story ...)
Bear suspected in two fatal attacks years apart in Hokkaido killed; DNA samples link cases
The DNA of a bear killed on Friday (July 18) matches that of the bear that killed a 52-year-old newspaper deliveryman in a residential area of Fukushima, Hokkaido, a week ago, it has been learned. ( read original story ...)
Fire in carry-on briefly halts Tokyo loop line, power bank suspected
All train services on the Yamanote loop line in central Tokyo were briefly suspended Sunday afternoon after a fire, likely caused by ... ( read original story ...)
3 Major Anime/Gaming Events Happening Around Tokyo This Month
Three major anime/gaming events are currently running this month, related to SEGA, Frieren, and Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX. ( read original story ...)
Exit polls show Japan’s ruling coalition is likely to lose key election
Exit polls suggest Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's coalition is likely to lose a majority its majority in the smaller of Japan’s two parliamentary houses in a key election. ( read original story ...)
LeBron James And Naomi Osaka Team Up To Showcase How Athletes Spend Their Day Off
LeBron James and Naomi Osaka have once again joined forces to provide an inside look at the daily lives of professional athletes. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s minority government likely to lose upper house control, exit polls show
A poor showing by the coalition could shake investor confidence in the world’s fourth-largest economy and disrupt critical trade talks with the U.S. ( read original story ...)
Sumo: Hakuoho shakes up Nagoya meet with shock win over Onosato
Up-and-coming No. 4 maegashira Hakuoho sprang a stunning upset to knock new yokozuna Onosato off the top of the leaderboard at the N ... ( read original story ...)
Tourists Visiting Tokyo’s Disney Parks Should Take Advantage Of These Major In-App Features
Here's why you need to download the official Tokyo Disney Resort App for the best experience when visiting two of the world's highest-rated amusement parks. ( read original story ...)
Bear suspected in 2 fatal attacks years apart in Hokkaido killed; DNA samples link cases
The male bear is likely the one that killed a a 77-year-old woman in the same town four years ago. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Japan heads to polls in key test for Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba
Japanese voters headed to the polls on Sunday in a tightly contested election amid public frustration over rising prices and the imminent threat of US tariffs. The ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP ... ( read original story ...)
Japan votes in a key election as Prime Minsiter Ishiba faces a loss and political uncertainty
TOKYO -- Japanese were voting Sunday for seats in the smaller of Japan's two parliamentary houses in a key election with Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and his ruling coalition facing a possible defeat ... ( read original story ...)
This Is One of the Best Day Trips from Tokyo—and It Has a Cup Noodles Museum, Japan’s Largest Chinatown, and Stunning Mount Fuji Views
Yokohama’s Chinatown is the largest in Japan and is surrounded by 10 ornately decorated gates. It’s tempting to get lost in the maze of dim sum and fortune tellers, under red paper lanterns swinging ... ( read original story ...)
2nd Annual FUN! ALOHA! festival brings Hawaii to Yokohama
A special festival in Japan brings the culture, taste and festivities of Hawaii to our overseas ohana at “FUN! ALOHA! 2025 in YOKOHAMA.” ... ( read original story ...)
When is Liverpool’s next game as plans for preseason tour of Asia take shape
Liverpool is not in action this weekend, but the Reds do resume their pre-season schedule next weekend, as they begin their tour of Asia, which comprises two games ... ( read original story ...)