The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) has arrested four people for allegedly forcing Vietnamese technical intern trainees to work at their ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks rise in morning on weaker yen, earnings reports
Tokyo stocks rose Tuesday morning on the buying of export-related issues amid a weak yen and shares in companies with stronger-than-e ... ( read original story ...)
One of Japan’s most elegant hotels is actually a treehouse
A Japanese children’s book called “I Want a Big Tree” sparked the dream of having a treehouse one day. However, it wasn’t until decades later that a family trip to Borneo brought urgency and the push ... ( read original story ...)
Warning for Japan as Asian heavyweights begin World Cup qualifying
Japan, Australia and Jurgen Klinsmann's South Korea will launch their qualifying campaigns on Thursday for the 2026 World Cup, with Palestine also among the 36 teams in action in Asia.- 'Experimenting ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama man arrested on suspicion of hitting 2-year-old adoptive daughter
A 47-year-old foster father was arrested by police here on Nov. 13 for allegedly hitting a 2-year-old girl under his care multiple times. ( read original story ...)
Katsuo-ji temple in Osaka is lighting up for autumn night visits
The name 'Katsuo-ji' is born from the Japanese word for 'winning' (katsu). The daruma dolls are a talisman for good luck, so this is thought to be a temple that people can go to when they're trying to ... ( read original story ...)
Environmental change threatens what’s left of Japan’s cormorant fishing legacy
Please click here for photo essay: Cormorants have been a constant presence in Youichiro Adachi's life, and when he was young, he cried whenever one of his family's birds died.Now 48, Adachi still cares deeply for his birds, ( read original story ...)
US, South Korea, Japan to Share Data on North Korean Missiles
The defense chiefs of the US, South Korea and Japan agreed to start a new mechanism to share data on North Korean missile launches. ( read original story ...)
Ketamine Clinic in Japan for Inbound Medical Treatment: Nagoya Anesthesia Clinic
Nagoya Anesthesia Clinic ( located in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, has initiated inbound medical treatment for treatment-resistant depression, other mental disorders, and intractable chronic ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka talks her return to tennis, business ventures
Four-time Grand Slam Tennis Champion Naomi Osaka is growing her business off the court. The tennis star launched her own skincare brand KINLÒ in 2021, going on to co-found her own production company, ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s haiku poets lost for words as climate crisis disrupts seasons
The rhythms of the natural world have informed countless haiku in the centuries since Bashō wrote the Narrow Road to the Deep North. But now things are not so clear ... ( read original story ...)
Renovation of Yokohama landmark uncovers picture from US military occupation
Renovation work to a local historical landmark has revealed a sign and illustration thought to be from the time the building was requisitioned by the U.S. military following World War II.The discovery ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Economy Would Gain With More Women in Science and Technology
Eliminating the entry barriers faced by women in STEM careers would significantly boost the country’s productivity growth ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Revengers: How [SPOILER]’s Death Will Yield The Worst Future Yet
She and Mikey share a close bond, and her death leaves him devastated and vulnerable. Kisaki and Izana scheme to weaken Toman by targeting Emma, ...
A New Island Has Suddenly Appeared Near Japan—But It Might Vanish Soon
A 16-day undersea volcano eruption resulted in a new above-water island near Iwo Jima, Japan. It may be short-lived. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka launches latest Nike collection inspired by New York and Japan
Naomi Osaka's latest Nike collection is paying tribute to her heritage and experiences. The former world No. 1's latest Nike collection is inspired by New York and Japan, two places near and dear to ... ( read original story ...)