Japan has approved its 500 kmph Maglev train project after years of delay. Here's how the Shinagawa-Nagoya route will cut travel time to just 40 minutes. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka laments sore feet and ‘getting old’ after Wimbledon quarterfinal loss
LONDON (AP) — Sure, Naomi Osaka is a four-time Grand Slam champion who also impresses with her fashionable outfits. On Tuesday, she sounded like the rest of us. The plantar fasciitis was acting up. She’s working too much. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Game Show 2026 exhibitors list announced
Computer Entertainment Supplier’s Association has announced the list of exhibitors for Tokyo Game Show 2026, which will run from September 17 to 21 at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan. ( read original story ...)
MIMARU Launches Tokyo-Wide Visitor Support Initiative for International Travelers
New initiative allows MIMARU guests to stop by any Tokyo property for in-person assistance while exploring the city ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo looking to lift ban on bear hunting for the first time in nearly 20 years
With the move to permit culling in the capital, authorities are hoping to put pressure on the wild animal and avert human-bear conflicts. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo to Nagoya in 40 minutes: Japan approves 500 kmph high-speed Maglev train project
Japan has approved its 500 kmph Maglev train project after years of delay. Here's how the Shinagawa-Nagoya route will cut travel time to just 40 minutes. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s maglev project moving again after Shizuoka green light
Japan's long-delayed maglev rail project is back on track. After years of environmental disputes, construction can finally move forward after the governor of Shizuoka gave the green light. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo govt. plans to ease ban on bear hunting
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has revealed its intention to partially lift the ban on bear hunting in the capital, following a series of cases of injury caused by such animals. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks end lower as higher oil prices reignite inflation jitters
Tokyo stocks ended lower Wednesday, as renewed attacks between the United States and Iran pushed up crude oil prices, rekindling conc ... ( read original story ...)
Easy Japanese news in translation: Pokemon-themed mailboxes in Yokohama stay for 1 more year
Pokemon-themed mailboxes in Naka Ward in the city of Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, will remain in place for one more year because many fans said, "We・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
Woman arrested near Tokyo for sewing roommate’s lips together
A 49-year-old woman has been arrested for allegedly sewing together the lips of a woman she was living with, according to local police ... ( read original story ...)
Japan environment minister visits site where bear was spotted in western Tokyo
Japan's environment minister has visited an area in Hachioji City, western Tokyo, where a bear was caught on camera earlier this year. ( read original story ...)
South Korea, US and Japan agree to cooperate on SMR deployment, Seoul says
SEOUL, July 8 (Reuters) - The foreign ministers of South Korea, Japan and the U.S. signed an agreement to cooperate on the deployment of small modular reactors in third countries on the sidelines of ... ( read original story ...)
Wakatakakage injury casts pall over July meet, but potential new stars loom
The Nagoya tournament still offers plenty of intrigue, from a disrupted title race to the debut of highly touted English prospect Nicholas Tarasenko. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s borrowing costs soar to 30-year high on debt fears
Japan’s borrowing costs have shot to their highest in 30 years as investors fret over the tumbling yen and the effect of a $2tn long-term spending plan on the country’s massive debts. A bruising ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka makes encouraging statement after heartbreaking loss at Wimbledon
Naomi Osaka had an excellent run at Wimbledon this year, but the No. 14 seed's run at the All England Club came to an end on Tuesday in disappointing finish. It seemed like Osaka was on her way to ... ( read original story ...)