The plant, run by wholly owned subsidiary Sakai Display Products, is set to discontinue production of large liquid crystal panels for television sets. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo firefighters commended for extinguishing blaze with help of hydrant-locating app
TOKYO -- Members of a volunteer fire corps in Tokyo who swiftly prevented the spread of a fire in a residential area by using a Tokyo Fire Department app to locate a hydrant and extinguish the blaze ... ( read original story ...)
The paradox of a five-star, Hawaiian-themed hotel in Yokohama
In this macrotourism sense, the Kahala Hotel & Resort Yokohama can’t quite brag about its location. In almost every other facet, however, it’d be right to do so. Opened in September 2020 during the ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka posts first picture of Shai, who’s dressed in tennis-inspired jumpsuit
Naomi Osaka has shared the first picture of her baby girl Shai. This week, it was officially confirmed that Osaka welcomed her first child with her boyfriend rapper Cordae. On Thursday, 25-year-old ... ( read original story ...)
I took a luxurious sightseeing train in Japan for just $12. The stunning views weren’t even the best part.
I took a trip on Japan's Sightseeing Limited Express "Aoniyoshi" train, which had comfortable plush chairs, a café, a reading nook, and a bidet. ( read original story ...)
My first visit to Japan left me in culture shock, but I wish the US would adopt some of its norms
In Japan, I felt culture shock seeing how the local etiquette is far different from what I'm used to in the US. In some ways, it's better, too. ( read original story ...)
Japan Warship Strays Into China’s Territorial Sea
A Japanese navy warship entered China's territorial sea near Taiwan last week while it was monitoring a Chinese military live-fire exercise, Japanese media reported on Thursday. ( read original story ...)
Japan punishes hundreds of defense officials for mishandling classified data and other misconduct
Japan’s defense ministry announced disciplinary action on Friday against more than 200 senior officials and service members over mishandling of classified materials and other misconduct, an embarrassment that could undermine Tokyo’s efforts to work more closely with United States and other partners. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Shares First Look at Baby Daughter Shai’s ‘Peaceful and Serene’ Nursery (Exclusive)
The pro tennis player recently welcomed her first baby with boyfriend Cordae Naomi Osaka is giving a glimpse into her daughter's nursery. Sharing photos and speaking with PEOPLE exclusively, the new ... ( read original story ...)
Canadian Olympians ready for glamour of Paris after pandemic sterility of Tokyo
8. The glamour of Paris is amplified by the lack of it in Tokyo's Summer Games three years ago through no fault of the host. When Tokyo's bid was accepted in 2013, the city didn't sign up to host ... ( read original story ...)
Japan disciplines military top brass for mishandling classified information
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida pledged on Friday to discipline military personnel who mishandled classified materials in a scandal that threatens to undermine Tokyo's efforts to convince the U. ( read original story ...)
Japan on ‘High-Alert’ for Summer Power Shortages, Minister Says
Japan’s economy minister warned that the country needs to remain vigilant to prevent electricity shortages this summer, due to its reliance on older power plants that have a higher risk of sudden outages. ( read original story ...)
Onosato poised to continue rapid rise at Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament
Summer Basho champion Onosato is undoubtedly the main attraction for the upcoming Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament. The 24-year-old former amateur yokozuna has been on fire since turning pro 14 months ago ... ( read original story ...)
Sumo: Fast-rising Onosato has ozeki promotion on table in Nagoya
ANJO, Japan (Kyodo) -- Having risen to sekiwake after a historic maiden championship in May, 24-year-old Onosato can earn an even bigger promotion at the Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament starting Sunday. ( read original story ...)
Ex-chief public prosecutor indicted over rape of colleague in Osaka
OSAKA (Kyodo) -- A former chief of the Osaka District Public Prosecutors Office was indicted Friday for allegedly raping a female subordinate while she was drunk. Kentaro Kitagawa, a 64-year-old ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Jingu Gaien is at the center of an urban debate amid a redevelopment rift
The redevelopment of Jingu Gaien, a green oasis in Tokyo’s city center, has been dividing opinion for years. Protesters decry the planned rebuilding of its baseball and rugby stadiums, which they say ... ( read original story ...)