At a time when there were no electric appliances, traditional brooms using plants -- such as kochia or the bark of a hemp palm tree -- for bristles, were used in Japanese homes, many of which had ... ( read original story ...)
Money Heist plot hole: Fans fume over error which could have saved Tokyo
MONEY HEIST fans are eagerly awaiting the release of season five's second half, however, one viewer noticed an error from part one which could've seen things end a lot differently. ( read original story ...)
Serena Williams shares excitement for ‘amazing’ return of rival Naomi Osaka
Naomi Osaka said she would be taking a break from tennis following her shock early exit from September's US Open. ( read original story ...)
Flavors of Japan: Spicing up Japanese cuisine in Tokyo
Japanese cuisine is known for its subtle flavors, respecting the delicate individuality of each ingredient. It's considered poles apart from cuisines with bold tastes and strong spices, like those of ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s former princess Mako and husband reportedly renting one-bedroom apartment in New York City
Japan’s former princess Mako has relocated to New York City with her new husband Kei Komuro after leaving the royal family. The couple, who married last month, arrived in New York on Sunday after a 12 ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Seeks OK to Release 1,000 Tanks of Treated Radioactive Water Into Pacific Ocean
The release could begin in Spring 2023, but the plan is facing fierce opposition from fishermen, local residents, and China and South Korea. ( read original story ...)
U.S., Japan to Discuss Lifting Tariffs on Aluminum, Steel as China Ramps up Production
The two nations also formed the Japan-U.S. Commercial and Industrial Partnership, which could alleviate or even eliminate the tariffs. ( read original story ...)
‘I was anxious at first’: how Covid helped vaccine-sceptic Japan overcome its hesitancy
Japan ranks among the most Covid-immunised countries, but only months ago the story was very different ... ( read original story ...)
Vaccine site for foreigners in Tokyo’s Kita Ward
A coronavirus vaccination site has opened in Tokyo's Kita Ward for foreign residents who have yet to get their first and second shots. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Former Princess Mako Arrives In New York City to Start a New Life
Last month, after years of tabloid controversy, Mako married her college sweetheart, Kei Komuro, who works at a law firm in Manhattan. ( read original story ...)
Drake, LeBron James & Naomi Osaka Invest In New Sports Technology Firm
The superstars recently invested in a sports technology company living in an industry projected to be worth $57 billion by 2027. ( read original story ...)
Serena Williams ‘Can’t Wait’ for Naomi Osaka’s Return to Tennis: ‘Gonna Be Amazing’
Count Serena Williams among those looking forward to seeing Naomi Osaka back on the tennis court. Williams recently discussed Osaka's potential return in ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo logs 7 COVID-19 cases, a new record low for this year
Tokyo confirmed seven new cases of COVID-19 on Nov. 15, setting another record low for this year. No new infections were reported in Okinawa Prefecture for the first time in about 16 months. Tokyo’s ... ( read original story ...)
Tourism EXPO Japan 2022 will be organized with a hybrid format in Tokyo for the first time in the past four years
Hybrid ‘Tourism EXPO Japan 2022’ will be organized in Tokyo Big Sight for four days from September 22 to 25 next year. This will be the first event in Tokyo in the past four years. ( read original story ...)
‘Hard to watch’ – Usain Bolt believes he could have won fourth straight 100m Olympic gold medal in Tokyo
Usain Bolt believes he could have come out of retirement to win a fourth straight Olympic 100m title at the Tokyo 2020 games. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Rubber post record earnings for first three quarters of 2021
The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., announced its business and financial results for the first three quarters (January to September) of fiscal 2021. Profit attributable to owners of parent increased ... ( read original story ...)