Sapporo will sell the Stone brand and four retail locations in California to Firestone Walker Brewing Company and Duvel Moortgat USA. ( read original story ...)
Osaka’s historic Shochikuza theatre has been given a last-minute reprieve
The century-old kabuki theatre in Dotonbori may live on after all – possibly in a new building on the same site ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Eases Back Tsunami Warning After Magnitude 7.7 Quake, No Immediate Reports of Casualties, Damage
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck off the northeastern coast of Japan on Monday, prompting authorities to urge residents to stay away from coastal areas where tsunami waves of up to 3 metres (10 ... ( read original story ...)
Japan loosens arms export rules in break from post-WW2 pacifism
This clears the way for Japan to sell weapons to more than a dozen countries. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Aichi Pref. police urge caution over ‘blue ticket’ bike fine scam
NAGOYA -- Police announced on April 19 that a man in his 70s was swindled out of 50,000 yen (around $314) in cash by two men posing as police officers･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Japan approves scrapping a ban on lethal weapons exports in a change of its postwar pacifist policy
Japan has endorsed scrapping a ban on lethal weapons exports, a major change of its postwar pacifist policy as the country seeks to build up its arms industry and deepen cooperation with defense ... ( read original story ...)
Earthquake sets off brief tsunami alert and a megaquake advisory in northern Japan
Japan has issued an advisory for northern coastal areas for an increased risk of a possible mega-quake following a 7.7-magnitude quake earlier Monday. ( read original story ...)
Japan issues warning after powerful quake rattles Tokyo and sparks tsunami wave
A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Japan on Monday, leading to a special advisory warning of an increased risk for more powerful quakes. ( read original story ...)
Central Tokyo condo prices hit record 137.84 mil. yen in FY 2025
The average price of a new condominium in central Tokyo rose 18.5 percent in fiscal 2025 from the previous year to a record 137.84 mi ... ( read original story ...)
ZaiNar Opens Tokyo Office, Selected by Tokyo Metropolitan Government for GX Innovation Program
ZaiNar, the foundation layer for Physical AI, today announced the opening of its Tokyo office and its selection by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG) as one of seven companies for the GX-Related ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Earns SCOPE Certification for Rubber Fender Test Environment
Yokohama Rubber obtained a "Certificate of Rubber Fender Test Environment" after passing the "Rubber Fender Testing Environment Certification Program". ( read original story ...)
Major 7.7-magnitude quake hits off Japan, tsunami advisories issued
Authorities urged residents to stay away from coastal areas where tsunami waves of up to 10 feet were possible. ( read original story ...)
Japan warns of slightly increased risk of mega-quake after a 7.7-magnitude one
Japan has issued an advisory for northern coastal areas for an increased risk of a possible mega-quake following a 7.7-magnitude quake earlier Monday. ( read original story ...)
See 40,000 wisteria clusters at this private garden in South Osaka
For just one week every April, you can visit the Kajimoto Residence in Sennan City for its magnificent wisteria ... ( read original story ...)
Major 7.4-magnitude quake hits off Japan, tsunami warning issued
TOKYO, April 20 (Reuters) - An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.4 struck off the northeastern coast of Japan on Monday afternoon, the Japan Meteorological Agency said. It warned of a ... ( read original story ...)
Strong earthquake hits off Japan’s coast, tsunami warning issued
A three-meter (9.8-foot) tsunami warning has been issued for Japan after a strong 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck off the northeastern coast, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. ( read original story ...)