Osaka Prefectural Police have made a series of arrests and referrals to prosecutors of 34 members of the Nagoya-based "Blackout" group, one of the ano・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
Japan and China exchange barbs after Japanese leader’s remarks over Taiwan
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said a Chinese attack on Taiwan could constitute “a survival-threatening situation” for Japan, drawing sharp criticisms from Beijing. ( read original story ...)
Japan is finally debating what a family can be
A quiet revolution is building in Japan. In 2026 a legal reform will allow joint custody post-divorce and hopes to address single-parent poverty ... ( read original story ...)
Sapporo Holdings to Consolidate Overseas Operations Through Company Split
Sapporo Holdings Limited announced a strategic move to transfer shares and management operations from its subsidiary, POKKA SAPPORO Food & Beverage Ltd., to itself through a simplified absorption-type ... ( read original story ...)
Sapporo Holdings Reports Mixed Financial Results and Announces Stock Split
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Japanese man rents house where wife was killed for 26 years, killer turns out to be his ex-classmate
According to Aichi prefectural police, Kumiko Yasufuku, a part-time supermarket worker from Nagoya, has admitted to killing Namiko Takaba, then 32, at her apartment in Nishi Ward on Nov. 13, 1999, ... ( read original story ...)
Black Stars arrive in Japan ahead of 2025 Kirin Cup
The Black Stars have arrived in camping base in Nagoya, Japan ahead of their international friendly games against the Samurai Blue and South Korea. ( read original story ...)
Xenophobic note warning Malaysian teacher to ‘leave Japan’ draws outrage and support
The note, which told foreigners they were ‘not welcome’, was taped to the door and car of a Malaysian teacher living in Yokohama. ( read original story ...)
Eighteen players arrive in Nagoya ahead of Japan, South Korea friendlies
Eighteen players are currently in camp at the Ana Crowne Plaza hotel in Nagoya ahead of the international friendly against Japan on Friday, November 14, 2025. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama launches BluEarth-GT MAX tyres with 30% better mileage and stability
Yokohama India launches BluEarth-GT MAX tyres with up to 30% higher mileage, improved comfort, and enhanced stability for city and highway use. ( read original story ...)
Osaka Metro reports record profits through Sept. after passenger surge during Expo
Osaka Metro Co. on Nov. 11 reported record profits for the first half of fiscal 2025 as passenger numbers increased to unprecedented highs du・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
Sapporo Holdings 9-Mos Net Y10.89B Vs Net Y11.51B
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Tokyo protests Russia’s wider entry ban over Ukraine sanctions
Japan decried as "absolutely unacceptable" on Wednesday Russia's extension of an entry ban to 30 more citizens, among them a foreign ministry spokesperson, after Tokyo's sanctions over Moscow's nearly ... ( read original story ...)
Sony Emulates Nintendo With New Cheaper Console Only for Japan
Sony Group Corp. slashed the PlayStation 5’s price in Japan with a new model that’s limited to work only in the country, borrowing the idea from Nintendo Co.’s strategy with the Switch 2. ( read original story ...)
M’sian Working As Teacher In Japan Told To “Go Back To Your Country” In Xenophobic Attack
The teacher, who shares his life in Japan on the social media platform Threads under the username @banden_tong, posted images of the flyers. The flyers, posted yesterday, 10 November, have drawn ... ( read original story ...)
Sony launches cheaper Japan-only PlayStation 5 console
Sony is launching a cut-price model of its flagship PlayStation 5 to be sold only in Japan, in an inflation-busting move to boost sales as it goes head to head with rival Nintendo in the two gaming groups’ home market. ( read original story ...)