Exit polls suggest a major loss for the Liberal Democratic Party in parliamentary elections, but Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is vowing to stay on. ( read original story ...)
‘Japanese First’ party emerges as election force with tough immigration talk
The fringe far-right Sanseito party emerged as one of the biggest winners in Japan's upper house election on Sunday, gaining support with warnings of a "silent invasion" of immigrants, and pledges for ... ( read original story ...)
NJPW G1 Climax 35 Day 1 Results (7/19/25)
The opening day of the 35th edition of NJPW’s biggest tournament, the G1 Climax, emanated from the Hokkaido Prefectural Sports Center in Sapporo yesterday. ( read original story ...)
Japan ruling party’s election loss is in the price, investors say
Japan's upper house election on Sunday dealt a big blow to the ruling coalition and sets markets up for possible policy paralysis and a bigger fiscal deficit, much of which is already priced in, analysts said. ( read original story ...)
Travelling to Japan this summer? Beat the heat with these cooling dishes
From chilled ramen to flowing noodles caught with chopsticks, these regional specialties blend flavour, fun and centuries of heat-beating wisdom. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Aplus card now lets users turn points into XRP, BTC, and ETH
Aplus cardholders in Japan just got a new way to use their points: by swapping them for crypto. Starting this week, Aplus customers can now convert their ...
What Is Crypto Adoption, And Is It Increasing? Examining Global Growth In 2025
What is crypto adoption? Explore its global growth and the factors driving mainstream cryptocurrency use in 2025.
Crypto for Kids: The Rise of Blockchain-Based Education and Allowances
Young users are actively experimenting with cryptocurrencies. Crypto wallets, smart contracts, and tokens are replacing traditional piggy banks. The crypto space's volatility, lack of regulation,
Japan election live: Ishiba vows to carry on for now
TOKYO -- The Japanese public voted on Sunday to determine the makeup of the nation's upper house, in a crucial vote for Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, whose coalition is fighting to hold on to its ...
Japan election live: LDP slumps as Sanseito, DPFP make gains
TOKYO -- The Japanese public voted on Sunday to determine the makeup of the nation's upper house, in a crucial vote for Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, whose coalition is fighting to hold on to its ...
Japan’s ruling coalition faces tight election test
The House of Councillors, the upper chamber of Japan's National Diet, comprises 248 members who serve six-year terms. Elections are held every three years to renew half of the seats. In this cycle, ...
Bear suspected in two fatal attacks years apart in Hokkaido killed; DNA samples link cases
The DNA of a bear killed on Friday (July 18) matches that of the bear that killed a 52-year-old newspaper deliveryman in a residential area of Fukushima, Hokkaido, a week ago, it has been learned. ( read original story ...)
Fire in carry-on briefly halts Tokyo loop line, power bank suspected
All train services on the Yamanote loop line in central Tokyo were briefly suspended Sunday afternoon after a fire, likely caused by ... ( read original story ...)
3 Major Anime/Gaming Events Happening Around Tokyo This Month
Three major anime/gaming events are currently running this month, related to SEGA, Frieren, and Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX. ( read original story ...)
Exit polls show Japan’s ruling coalition is likely to lose key election
Exit polls suggest Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's coalition is likely to lose a majority its majority in the smaller of Japan’s two parliamentary houses in a key election. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s ruling coalition likely to lose upper house majority, exit poll shows
A poor showing by the coalition could shake investor confidence in the world’s fourth-largest economy and disrupt critical trade talks with the United States, analysts say. ( read original story ...)