From May 31 to June 1, 2025, 'Xiamen Day' captivated audiences at the China Pavilion of Expo 2025 Osaka. Under the theme 'Facing the Sea, Flowers Blooming in Four Seasons' and guided by the principles ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s gas industry allows gas with carbon capture in 2050 net zero plan
The Japan Gas Association said on Tuesday it would take a more flexible approach in its drive to become carbon neutral by 2050, allowing greater use of natural gas in combination with carbon capture ... ( read original story ...)
In Japan, a U.S. security ally, anger over ‘unacceptable’ steel treatment
In Tokyo, there’s concern — and more than a little trepidation — over what the Nippon Steel deal and doubled tariffs portend for the economic relationship. ( read original story ...)
Trump Asked Japan to Help With Golden Dome Missile Shield, Nikkei Reports
Trump this month said he had selected a design for the planned $175 billion defence shield and appointed U.S. Space Force General Michael Guetlein to head the project, which he wants to complete by ... ( read original story ...)
Marta back for Brazil after retirement and starts as captain in win over Japan
Marta was given the captain’s armband by Brazil for her first start for her country since last year’s Paris Olympics in a 2-1 win over Japan in a friendly match in Sao Paulo. ( read original story ...)
Tastefully Yours Episode 7 recap: Yeon-joo’s Jungjae recipe book is stolen
Kang Ha-neul and Gom Min-si's Tastefully Yours continues to captivate fans with a mix of comedy, culinary artistry and a heartfelt story. ( read original story ...)
Aichi Launches International Animation Festival
The festival will screen films at the Midland Square Cinema, Midland Square Cinema 2, 109 Cinemas Nagoya, and Nagoya Shishashitsu theaters. The festival will include screenings of projects from local ... ( read original story ...)
“Flying Roti Canai” Steals The Spotlight At Osaka Expo 2025
Visitors at Japan’s 2025 Osaka Expo were captivated by a culinary performance in the Malaysian Pavilion as one of the most popular foods here passed with “flying” colours in the eyes of food lovers. ( read original story ...)
The O’Toole Chronicles: Tokyo
I recently took a trip to Tokyo, Japan, and I was fascinated by so much in this legendary city. I decided to give the interested public some insight ... ( read original story ...)
Shigeo Nagashima, known in Japan as ‘Mr. Pro Baseball,’ dies at 89
Shigeo Nagashima, who was known in Japan as “Mr. Pro Baseball” and was one of the most famous people in the country during his playing days, has died. He was 89. ( read original story ...)
Japan to promote domestic ownership of JGBs, policy draft shows
Japan should promote the domestic ownership of government bonds to avoid further rises in long-term interest rates caused by supply-demand imbalances, according to a draft of the government's economic ... ( read original story ...)
News in Easy English: Osaka Expo mascot ‘Myaku-Myaku’ now popular with visitors
The official mascot of Expo 2025 in Osaka has become very popular. At first, many people did not like its strange look. Now, visitors often t・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
A Guide to Japan’s Closely Watched Government Bond Auctions
Japan’s government bond auctions, once viewed as predictable and procedural, have been reborn as a barometer of stress in the nation’s debt market — and a trigger for moves in yields from Europe to ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Former Princess Mako, Who Gave Up Royal Status to Marry Commoner, Welcomes First Child
Japan's former Princess Mako, who left the royal family in 2021, welcomed her first child with husband Kei Komuro, Japan's Imperial Household Agency confirmed on Friday, May 30. ( read original story ...)
Toyota’s liquid hydrogen powered car completes first endurance race
NAGOYA, Japan -- Toyota Motor finished a 24-hour endurance race using a car powered by an engine fueled by liquid hydrogen, achieving this breakthrough last weekend after falling short in two previous ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka police, shop union battle ‘concept cafes’ illicitly peddling entertainment services
OSAKA -- "Concept cafes," establishments that showcase specific themes or aesthetics, have been steadily gaining popularity -- especially among Japan'・・・ ... ( read original story ...)