Around 80 worshippers bathed in ice water on Sunday at a shrine in Tokyo to pray for good health. Men only wore traditional loincloths while women donned white robes as they took the plunge during the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan, 11 other countries take part in parachute drill for island defense
The only parachute unit of Japan's Self-Defense Forces has allowed the public to view its annual drill to defend the country's remote islands. ( read original story ...)
6 heritage towns in Japan to rival Kyoto
Travellers are spoilt for choice in Japan — whether a first-timer to the country or a repeat visitor, try these alternative heritage centres. ( read original story ...)
Japan Foreign Minister Iwaya to attend Trump’s inauguration ceremony
Japan's Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi says he will attend the inauguration ceremony of US President Donald Trump on January 20. ( read original story ...)
Japan, Indonesia in accord on security issues in South China Sea
Japan and Indonesia agreed to enhance cooperation on maritime security with an eye on China’s growing assertiveness in the South China Sea over territorial claims. ( read original story ...)
Hot spring retreat in northern Japan becomes the place to be for Indian curry
SAPPORO, Japan -- A unique combination of a tucked-away mountain retreat and Indian curry has become a big attraction for foreign visitors on Japan's northern main island of Hokkaido. ( read original story ...)
What Went Wrong for Naomi Osaka on the Cover of Harper’s Bazaar Australia & New Zealand?
"All horrific." The post What Went Wrong for Naomi Osaka on the Cover of Harper’s Bazaar Australia & New Zealand? appeared first on theFashionSpot. ( read original story ...)
‘My order didn’t arrive’: Delivery troubles taint boom in Japan food delivery services
Demand for food delivery services surged amid the coronavirus pandemic, growing to around twice its market size in Japan. With these services ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Spills “Sushi” Secret on Ex-Teammate Who’s Now Emma Raducanu’s Ally at 2025 Australian Open
Emma Raducanu rose to fame in 2021 with the help of a fairytale ride at the US Open. The post Naomi Osaka Spills “Sushi” Secret on Ex-Teammate Who’s Now Emma Raducanu’s Ally at 2025 Australian Open appeared first on EssentiallySports. ( read original story ...)
How a robot cafe in Tokyo aims to empower – not replace – human workers
Inventor Kentaro Yoshifuji’s robots allow people to work at the Dawn cafe from anywhere in the world – ‘teleportation’ technology that could open up new demographics for Japan’s flatlining economy. Ad ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Vs Caroline Garcia, Australian Open 2025 1st Round: Preview, Live Streaming – All You Need To Know
Naomi Osaka takes on Caroline Garcia in the first-round match of the Australia Open 2025 on Sunday. Here are the live streaming and other details of the women's singles tennis match ( read original story ...)
Police arrest student suspected of hammer attack at a Tokyo university
Japanese police have arrested a student suspected of a hammer attack at a Tokyo university, which local media said left several injured ( read original story ...)
“Honey,I Shrunk the Lamborghini” Award Goes to Japan
KYOSHO has a new Lamborghini Miura P400 on the horizon, and it's simultaneously tiny and huge. It also won't come cheap, but looks fantastic! ( read original story ...)
Japan may provide support to boost roll out of smartphone-based health cards
The health ministry may provide support to medical institutions and pharmacies to promote the use of digital My Number personal identification and health insurance cards. ( read original story ...)
Recent record flu cases in Japan overwhelm hospitals, drugmakers
Influenza is affecting hundreds of thousands of people in Japan and rising rapidly among that nation's population of 124.5 million and overwhelming many healthcare providers and drugmakers. ( read original story ...)
Holland Ready To Step Out Of Southgate’s Shadow In Japan
Steve Holland said Saturday that he is ready to step out of Gareth Southgate's shadow as the former England assistant takes over at Japanese club Yokohama F-Marinos. ( read original story ...)