The Navy has removed the top three leaders of its largest overseas ship maintenance facility, marking the second leadership shake-up at the command in less than two years. ( read original story ...)
Another day passes with Auburn student still missing in Japan, parents say
Japanese police trudged through waist-high mud on Thursday in another unsuccessful day searching for a missing Auburn University student, though his parents said they remain optimistic about their son ... ( read original story ...)
Man arrested over ¥15 million December burglary in western Tokyo
The man admitted to allegations of being involved in burglary in December, telling investigators he recruited the offenders and gave instructions. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Rubber receives highest rating in CDP Supplier Engagement Assessment
The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., announced that it was selected as a “Supplier Engagement Leader,” the highest rating in the Supplier ... ( read original story ...)
Japan sets target to significantly reduce damage from a Tokyo inland quake
The government will undertake measures over the next decade to reduce by more than half the estimated number of deaths and destroyed buildings due to such a quake. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo pollen count in spring 2026 surged to 1.8 times the previous year’s
TOKYO -- The amount of airborne cedar and cypress pollen in Tokyo this spring was roughly 1.8 times higher than last spring's level, data released by ･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Japan can do the impossible: World Cup F preview
Netherlands have the most stars. Sweden might've the best player. But Japan might have the team to do the impossible this summer. ( read original story ...)
China Speeds Past Japan in Australian Car Imports on EV Bonanza
China has surged past Japan to become the biggest car supplier to Australia, with imports from companies such as BYD Co. accelerating to a record high, powered by demand for electric vehicles. ( read original story ...)
Japan Can Do the Impossible: World Cup Group F Preview
Netherlands have the most stars. Sweden might've the best player. But Japan might have the team to do the impossible this summer. ( read original story ...)
Search continues for Auburn University student missing in Japan
James "Weston" Higginbotham, an Auburn University student, went missing last week in Japan after his family says he went to an area near Kyoto known for its hiking trails. ( read original story ...)
P T Usha unveils Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games Fun Run, Olympic Day plans
IOA President P T Usha announced a Fun Run for the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games and a plan to plant 2,036 trees nationwide for Olympic Day. The initiatives aim to promote sports, healthy living, and ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka’s uninspiring message after French Open loss ignites media firestorm
Naomi Osaka said losing doesn't matter. The internet exploded. ( read original story ...)
Tourists in Tokyo could now be fined for throwing trash on streets
Tokyo's Shibuya Ward is now fining litterbugs ¥2,000 on the spot. Businesses must provide trash bins or face penalties. These measures aim to tackle increasing waste issues. Foreign visitors were found to be responsible for over half of littering cases. ( read original story ...)
Alabama family pleads for return of son missing on family trip in Japan
A dayslong search is underway for a 20-year-old American student who disappeared during a family vacation in Japan. ( read original story ...)
Two-time national team member ‘Ruler’ on the Nagoya Asian Games roster: “A well-balanced and solid team”
With the League of Legends (LoL) national team roster finalized for the upcoming Summer Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, this September, we caught up with some of the players to hear their thoughts ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks retreat from record highs on profit-taking
Japan's main stock indices fell on Thursday as investors took profits in the wake of record highs for the benchmarks. ( read original story ...)