Tokyo Dome, Japan, on the 10th and 11th, and met with 80,000 local fans. This is the first time in about eight years since 'Act III, M.O.T.T.E World Tour' in 2017, and despite an eight-year absence, ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo to work with Bangkok on city planning, low birthrates
The governors of Tokyo and Bangkok confirmed in their recent meeting that the two cities will work closely together on urban planning and tackling low birthrates. Chadchart Sittipunt, governor of the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s service sentiment worsens in April as US tariffs take toll
Japan's service-sector sentiment worsened in April on concern over the impact of higher U.S. tariffs, a government survey showed on Monday, a sign uncertainty over trade talks with Washington was ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s 30-Year Bond Yield Climbs to Highest in Almost 25 Years
Japan’s 30-year government bond yield climbed to its highest level in almost 25 years as optimism from US-China trade talks encouraged selling of haven assets. ( read original story ...)
Japan Bank Deposits Rise at Slowest Since ’07 as Inflation Bites
Japan’s bank deposits increased at the slowest pace since April 2007 as households seek to safeguard their assets from inflation. ( read original story ...)
Heat acclimation measures in spotlight as summer weather approaches Japan
According to the Japan Weather Association, successful heat acclimation makes it easier to sweat and reduces the likelihood of heat retention in the body. As it can take anywhere from a few days to ... ( read original story ...)
LDP and CDP see consumption tax cut as election issue
CDP leader Yoshihiko Noda told reporters in Sapporo that if the ruling camp does not decide on the consumption tax cut, it would have to become an election issue. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Ishiba open to more stimulus but rules out sales tax cut
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said on Monday the government was ready to take further steps to cushion the economic blow from higher U.S. tariffs, but signalled caution on cutting the country ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Ishiba signals increasing corn imports as part of US trade talks
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Monday signalled that increasing corn imports from the U.S. would be among options in trade negotiations with Washington. ( read original story ...)
Best Spas and Saunas in Tokyo for 2025: Wellness, Design and Relaxation
Japan’s onsen (hot spring) culture is steeped in tradition, from ancient purification rituals to the communal serenity of sento and onsen. However, the culture is evolving. There is a new wave of spas ... ( read original story ...)
Three Chinese nationals arrested in Japan after thousands of protected hermit crabs found in suitcases
Police on a Japanese holiday island have arrested three Chinese nationals after thousands of protected hermit crabs were found stuffed into multiple suitcases. ( read original story ...)
Japan police tackle prostitution in Osaka nightlife area with Nobel-winning ‘nudge theory’
In the bustling nightlife district near Osaka's Umeda area is a narrow street known for attracting women engaged in prostitution and men seek･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Panja Tower Takes NHK Mile Cup In Thrilling Finish In Tokyo
Lightly regarded Panja Tower, owned by Deep Creek Co. Ltd., scored his first win at the highest level Sunday at Tokyo Racecourse, winning the NHK Mile Cup (G1) for 3-year-olds. ( read original story ...)
Ireland book Tokyo women’s 4x400m qualification
Ireland secure women's 4x400m qualification for this year's World Championships helped by Rhasidat Adeleke's inclusion at the World Relays. ( read original story ...)
Hokkaido woman handed suspended prison term beheading case
On March 12, the Sapporo District Court handed psychiatrist Hiroko Tamura a 16-month prison term, suspended for four years. The prosecution had sought an 18-month sentence. ( read original story ...)
Jeong Woong-in’s daughter, Samyoon, tries her first sister trip…The Survival of Left and Right Sticks in Sapporo
Actress Jung Woong-in's three daughters, Se-yoon, Soyoon, and Dayoon, will reveal their first solo travelogue with a strong growth. In the 20th episode of the ENA entertainment show 「My Child's ... ( read original story ...)