A former senior official of Japanese publisher Kadokawa has been found guilty of bribery in connection with the company's bid to win a sponsorship deal for the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics. ( read original story ...)
Air Force issues ‘all clear’ after bomb-threat evacuations at US airlift hub in Tokyo
The Air Force has issued an all-clear following a bomb threat that emptied wing headquarters and the base exchange Thursday morning at the home of U.S. Forces Japan. ( read original story ...)
Osaka in uphill battle to eradicate street smoking by 2025 Expo
The city announced plans last year to expand no-smoking areas to cover the entire city by 2025 while increasing the number of authorized smoking sections. ( read original story ...)
More non-gaming assets would up Osaka IR rev: consultancy
The firm released on Tuesday a report stating that if the Osaka integrated resort (IR) followed the ‘Singapore IR model’, adding commercial, theme park and marine leisure facilities to its ... ( read original story ...)
Japan opposition making final preparations to submit no-confidence vote on Friday -NTV
Japan's opposition is making final preparations to submit a no-confidence vote against the government of Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, NTV reported on Thursday, which could trigger the dissolution of parliament and a snap election. ( read original story ...)
Arizona woman alleges sexual assault by pitcher Trevor Bauer, who denies allegation and countersues
An Arizona woman has accused former major league pitcher Trevor Bauer of sexual assault, alleging in a lawsuit updated this week that he held a knife at her throat and choked her until she passed out ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s otherworldly disappearing desert
In Japan’s least populated prefecture, a golden stretch of sand is an unlikely destination for paragliding, surfing and even camel riding. ( read original story ...)
Japan exports grow unexpectedly on solid car sales, global demand still uneven
Japan's exports grew unexpectedly in May on robust car sales, though the rate of expansion slowed to a crawl as inflation and rising interest rates bit into global demand, highlighting a patchy recovery in the world's third-largest economy. ( read original story ...)
Chicago woman Kandace Schipper, traveling in Japan, missing for 10 days
Schipper's family said the U.S. Embassy in Japan has been checking local hospitals and jails, with no luck. The last bank transaction Schipper made was at a burger restaurant in Shinjuku City outside Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Japan Focus: Sapporo’s AI-developed alcoholic beverage, Kirin’s focus on functional drinks, international food trade collaborations and more
Sapporo’s AI-developed alcoholic beverage, Kirin’s focus on functional drinks, Japan’s new international trade agreements to boost food security, increased consumption of fruits and vegetables, and ... ( read original story ...)
Woman arrested after allegedly spraying substance at Osaka store, sending 14 to hospital
A 33-year-old woman was arrested on Thursday for allegedly spraying a substance in the restroom of an Osaka department store the previous day, sending 14 people to the hospital with pain in their eyes ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Export Growth Slowed in May
The country’s export growth slowed in May, primarily due to a decrease in shipments to Asia and China. ( read original story ...)
Japan is home to the world’s longest-living people—here’s the 5-minute exercise they do every single day
Looking to start your day off right? Try this 5-minute movement that the oldest people in Japan do every morning. ( read original story ...)
Former Cy Young Winner’s Agent Speaks Out Against Most Recent Rape Allegation
After serving a multi-year suspension in the majors for violating the league's domestic violence policy, former Cy Young winner Trevor Bauer is currently pitching in Japan. While pitching for the ... ( read original story ...)
Disney relaunches exclusive 24-day ‘around the world’ tour to San Francisco, Tokyo and more—it costs $115,000 a person
Travelers on the exclusive Adventures by Disney tour will visit 12 theme parks and three iconic landmarks including the Taj Mahal and the Eiffel Tower. ( read original story ...)
Police investigating spray attack in Osaka department store restroom, suspect at large
Police in the western Japanese city of Osaka said Wednesday they are searching for a suspect who sprayed an unknown liquid on several wo ... ( read original story ...)