Naomi Osaka and her boyfriend, Grammy-nominated rapper Cordae just welcomed their first child, a baby girl named Shai. ( read original story ...)
3 toxic PFAS leaks confirmed at U.S. military base in Tokyo
TOKYO, July 14 (Xinhua) -- Three cases of leakage involving toxic per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) between 2010 and 2012 have been confirmed at the U.S. military's Yokota base in western ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama EV tyres to now sport E+ mark
The first Yokohama tyre to bear the E+ mark will be the new Advan Sport EV, an ultra-high performance summer tyre for EVs that the company plans to launch in Europe and other markets from autumn 2023. ( read original story ...)
Exploring the Forbidden Side of Osaka: Place to Avoid at All Costs
Although Japan is relatively safe country to travel, there are few area's you must avoid for your own safety. Let's check out! ( read original story ...)
US military chief praises Japan’s recent defense spending, calling it crucial to confront China, North Korea
U.S. Gen. Mark Milley, the highest-ranking military officer in the country, encouraged Japan's recent commitment to increase military spending. ( read original story ...)
Rocket being developed by Japan’s space agency explodes during testing but no injuries reported
A rocket being developed by the Japanese space agency has exploded during testing but there were no reports of injuries. ( read original story ...)
America’s oldest craft brewer is permanently closing after 127 years
The other problem that has plagued the craft brewer came after Japanese beer giant Sapporo bought Anchor Brewing in 2017. The employees of Anchor alleged that Sapporo mismanaged the company and lacked ... ( read original story ...)
Sumo: Nishikigi beats Abi to take outright lead in Nagoya
Rank-and-file wrestler Nishikigi grabbed the outright lead Friday at the Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament after downing komusubi Abi to ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Rubber introduces “E+”, a proprietary mark for EV tires
Hiratsuka, Japan – The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., announced that from the second half of 2023 it will be applying a new proprietary “E+” mark to its tires for passenger cars, trucks, and buses that ... ( read original story ...)
After 127 years, craft beer pioneer Anchor Brewing shuts its doors
The Bay Area maker of Anchor Steam is owned by Sapporo of Japan, which also is the parent company of Escondido's Stone Brewing ... ( read original story ...)
Japan calls on China to approach Fukushima water release in ‘scientific manner’
Japan called on China to approach the release of radioactive water from the Fukushima nuclear power plant in a scientific manner at a meeting held between Japan Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi and ... ( read original story ...)
US military chief praises Japan’s defense funding boost as a buttress against China and North Korea
The highest-ranking U.S. military officer is praising Japan's moves to double its defense spending over the next five years, citing rising threats from North Korea and China. ( read original story ...)
Nagoya sees international recovery, as Jetstar Asia reboots Okinawa flights
Asia-Pacific carriers added to their Japan networks, with a particular focus on Nagoya, while Jetstar Asia outlined plans for a return to Okinawa and Osaka. ( read original story ...)
Beijing says it warned Japanese fishing boat in waters near Japan-held islands claimed by China
China says its coast guard issued a warning to a Japanese fishing boat operating in waters surrounding uninhabited East China Sea islands controlled by Japan but claimed by China. ( read original story ...)
EU lifts Japan food import rules, weeks before nuclear wastewater to be pumped into ocean
Other countries, including China, have threatened to further restrict Japanese imports if the Fukushima wastewater discharge goes ahead ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Gendai: New show features women artists as they continue to fight for the spotlight in Japan
The Tokyo Gendai exhibition examines the work of five women in a country where female artists are often denied the recognition afforded to male counterparts. ( read original story ...)