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The upcoming World Expo 2025 in Osaka will be a golden opportunity for Malaysia to shine on the global stage, says Japanese ambassador to Malaysia Shikata Noriyuki. Read full story ( read original story ...)

Japan's government has no plans to revise a joint statement with the central bank that focused on pulling the economy out of deflation, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said on Thursday. ( read original story ...)

Harry Potter sword replicas sold at a theme park in Japan have been recalled for being too authentic, potentially violating the anti-weapons law, Warner Bros. Studios Japan and media have said. ( read original story ...)

The battle for control of Japan’s Seven & i is being cheered in Tokyo as evidence of improving efficiencies of the world’s third-largest economy. Officials can hasten a virtuous circle of dealmaking ... ( read original story ...)

Yokohama Off-Highway Tires America Inc. (YOHTA) is introducing more than 15 new sizes for its Trelleborg TM1000 ProgressiveTraction tire range. ( read original story ...)

The Saudi National Orchestra and Choir was formed in 2019 and began its “Marvels of Saudi Orchestra” world tour to share Saudi Arabian musical culture with the world. The Tokyo concert was its fifth, following performances in Paris, Mexico City, New York, and London. ( read original story ...)

LUQUE, Paraguay -- Sake is perhaps more Japanese than the world-famous sushi. It's brewed in centuries-old mountaintop warehouses, savored in the country’s pub-like izakayas, poured during weddings ... ( read original story ...)

The Governor of Tokyo, the Japan's capital, Yuriko Koike has unveiled plan to introduce a four-day workweek for government workers as part of a nationwide ( read original story ...)

The Athletes Unlimited Softball League has announced that its team names will be the Bandits, Blaze, Talons and Volts. They are not yet affiliated with cities. ( read original story ...)

You can kill two birds with one stone and shop for Christmas gifts while sightseeing in the Tokyo Christmas Market at Meiji Jingu Gaien. Partnered up with the German Tourist Association and German Embassy, this market has major “European” feels and cute booths selling decor, gifts, and winter wear. ( read original story ...)

Tokyo Ghoul needs a remake to faithfully adapt its deep story, rich characters, and themes that were rushed in the original anime. ( read original story ...)

The capital is joining a growing number of local governments introducing similar measures to improve working conditions amid a labor shortage. ( read original story ...)

The first commander of U.S. Space Forces Japan, Col. Ryan Laughton, unfurls the unit's flag during an activation ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 4, 2024. (Akifumi Ishikawa/Stars and Stripes) ( read original story ...)

Relegated Consadole Sapporo announced the departure of manager Mihailo Petrovic on Wednesday after seven years in charge. ( read original story ...)

The incident occurred at around 3:20 p.m. in a densely packed area of Susukino lined with multitenant buildings. ( read original story ...)

League outfit beat Central Coast as other teams squandered chances to book places in the last 16; the situation is clearer in the west. ( read original story ...)