More than a dozen people were injured in a stabbing attack in a factory in central Japan in which a liquid believed to be bleach was also sprayed, authorities said. ( read original story ...)
Japan approves record $58 billion defense budget amid rising China tensions
Japan’s Cabinet on Friday approved a record defense budget plan exceeding 9 trillion yen ($58 billion) for the coming fiscal year, accelerating a military buildup that includes cruise missiles and ... ( read original story ...)
1 dead, 26 injured in 50-vehicle expressway pileup northwest of Tokyo
A massive pileup involving over 50 vehicles on Friday left one person dead and 26 others injured, five of them seriously, o ... ( read original story ...)
Inside a shockingly skinny Tokyo apartment building less than 2 feet wide at its narrowest point
The well-known residence resembles a bright-yellow domino, with its narrowest side measuring just under 2 feet wide. Its incredible design managed to squeeze five floors into its parking space-sized ... ( read original story ...)
Thai girl forced to work at Tokyo massage parlor returns home
A Thai girl who was allegedly forced to provide sexual services at a Tokyo massage parlor has returned to Thailand. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Shop Wants You To ‘Steal’ Their Goods, but There’s a Catch
In Tokyo, there’s a pop-up shop where the unwritten rules of retail have been turned upside down. Here, the thrill of the grab is the ultimate prize. The shop allows customers to steal goods to their ... ( read original story ...)
China orders travel agencies to slash group tours to Japan as dispute festers
One agency has been told to lower the frequency of such tours to about 60% of previous levels, while another has been urged to cancel all sales. ( read original story ...)
Kikuchi, Matsui among 7 pitchers added to Japan’s Classic roster
As Samurai Japan gears up to defend its World Baseball Classic title, its roster is beginning to take shape. While superstar Shohei Ohtani had previously announced his intent to play for the tournament's reigning champs, ( read original story ...)
At least 15 injured in stabbing at Yokohama rubber factory in Japan
Authorities said an emergency call was received at around 4:30 pm reporting that several individuals had been stabbed at a Yokohama Rubber factory in Mishima city. ( read original story ...)
Japan schedules sanitary audit on Brazilian beef for March 2026, Brazil says
The Japanese government will conduct an audit to assess Brazil's beef sanitary system in March 2026, as part of the process to open its market to Brazilian products, Brazil's Agriculture Ministry said on Friday. ( read original story ...)
Rockies to Ramp Up Japan and NPB Scouting Under Paul DePodesta
The Colorado Rockies are looking to strengthen their international scouting presence. President of baseball operations Paul DePodesta indicated the organization will increase its involvement in Japan and NPB markets as the front office works through its rebuild. ( read original story ...)
How to build a crypto-agile organization
Cloud modernization, API-first architectures, distributed work, hybrid environments, and AI systems all rely on secure, manageable crypto foundations. Crypto-debt creates friction that slows ...
Japan’s record budget faces test of stoking economy, keeping debt in check
TOKYO -- Japan's proposed budget for fiscal 2026 approved by the cabinet on Friday has ballooned to a record 122 trillion yen ($783 billion), raising concerns about the country's fiscal discipline and ...
Japan bear attacks send firms hunting for new ways to protect customers, staff
YUZAWA, Japan -- At least once a day, Tsutomu Abe steps outside the traditional inn he runs in the hills of northern Japan. He bends to light the fuse on a rocket, launching firecrackers across a ...
Japan Closer to Achieving 2% Inflation Target, BOJ Governor Says
Bank of Japan Gov. Kazuo Ueda said Thursday that the central bank is getting closer to achieving its 2% inflation target, reaffirming his stance of seeking further interest-rate increases.
Bleach Attack: 15 Injured in Shizuoka Factory Stabbing
Fifteen people were injured during a stabbing at a Yokohama Rubber factory in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. A 38-year-old suspect, Masaki Oyama, was arrested for attempted murder. The attack involved ... ( read original story ...)