MANILA, Philippines — Filipinos can reach Sapporo through direct flights again, but this time with low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific, marking the airline’s fifth destination in Japan. Cebu Pacific, ... ( read original story ...)
18 United Airlines Passengers Sickened From Suspected Food Poisoning During Tokyo-Bound Flight
Several United Airlines passengers traveling between Guam and Tokyo on Friday were confronted with an unwanted surprise after becoming ill during a flight to Tokyo. While the exact origins of the ... ( read original story ...)
Nagoya mayor to run for Diet on new conservative group’s ticket
NAGOYA—Nagoya Mayor Takashi Kawamura said Oct. 1 he will run in the Lower House election as a candidate of the Conservative Party of Japan, a year-old organization founded mainly by novelist ... ( read original story ...)
Japan researchers to see if skin vibration boosts mental health
A team of researchers, including from Japan, will begin a clinical study later this month to study whether transmitting vibration to ... ( read original story ...)
Fire Breaks Out on Japan Navy Ship, Cause Under Investigation
TOKYO (Reuters) - A fire broke out on a Japanese Self-Defence Forces ship on Sunday, with national broadcaster NHK reporting that one crew member was hospitalised due to smoke inhalation. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka On Being Inspired By Co-Designing A Jewelry Drop With This Etsy Seller
Tennis superstar Naomi Osaka has a keen eye on and off the court. Osaka is partnering with online marketplace Etsy to serve up a special holiday gift guide showcasing unique and creative items. Osaka ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to enhance support for truant children
As the number of truant students continues to rise, the Education Ministry aims to secure more support personnel. ( read original story ...)
Where does the smell of rain come from? Japan weather expert explains
Many of us can seemingly detect two distinct odors that occur along with precipitation: one when rain begins to patter and another as it cont ( read original story ...)
Praying inside the belly of a great white whale at church in Japan’s Hyogo Prefecture; architect Togo Murano’s legacy
A giant white whale is swimming leisurely, its tail raised high, through a residential area in Takarazuka, Hyogo Prefecture, with the blue sky as the ocean and flowing clouds as white-capped waves. ( read original story ...)
Finance department workers have highest job satisfaction in Japan companies: poll
Those working in finance departments, such as funding and budget management, have the highest job satisfaction among companies' workers in Ja ( read original story ...)
Extreme caution urged as heavy rain hits Okinawa, southern Japan
Torrential rains are drenching Japan's southern prefecture of Okinawa. The public is being advised to be on high alert for mudslides and other disasters. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Gastronomy Tourism: Key to Regional Revival?
Wealthy overseas tourists have been visiting depopulated parts of rural Japan in increasing numbers to savor unique culinary experiences specific to those regions. So-called gastronomy tourism allows visitors to experience the culture and history of a ... ( read original story ...)
Retro Japan: Tokyo textbook library designed in art deco style stores historical materials
An art deco building in the Japanese capital that has been serving as the country's first textbook library houses materials dating as far bac・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
Recording ban at Japan local gov’t offices following abuse by visitors sparks concerns
While the reasons for the ban include protecting the rights of employees and others visiting the facilities and preventing such recordings from being distributed over social media, an anti-poverty organization is concerned the rules will be misused and affect those who are seeking to apply for welfare benefits. ( read original story ...)
France demolish sorry Japan 52-12 on Paris homecoming
France hit a woeful Japan for eight tries in an emphatic 52-12 autumn series win on their Stade de France return on Saturday following last year's World Cup on home soil, gearing up in style for next weekend's clash with New Zealand. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Himawari satellite data to help reduce air pollution in Thailland
Japan's weather observation satellite Himawari will play an important role in a project starting next month to help reduce air pollution in Thailand. The Japan International Cooperation Agency, or JICA, will be working jointly with the Thai government on a ... ( read original story ...)