Discover how Yamamoto’s approach to public and private space creates architecture that nurtures community and memory. ( read original story ...)
TICAD9: A New Direction and New Challenges
Africa and Japan are forging a new path ahead of the upcoming G20 meeting in Johannesburg. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s consumer inflation hits 2.8% in Oct.
Tokyo's consumer inflation accelerated for the first time in five months in October, mainly due to higher water bills. ( read original story ...)
Yamada Yoji and Lee Sang-il Trade Insights on Art, Rivalry and Japan’s Film Future at Tokyo Festival
The Tokyo International Film Festival featured a conversation between Yamada Yoji, director of 'Tokyo Taxi,' and 'Kokuho' filmmaker Lee Sang-il ... ( read original story ...)
Japan plans to hire hunters as bear attacks rise
The Japanese government plans to recruit hunters to cull bears, as anxiety grows in the country over the rise a sharp rise in bear attacks. The environment ministry said on Thursday that it would set ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo: Rising Director Yuichiro Sakashita Delivers Sharp Social Satire in ‘Blonde’
The 38-year-old filmmaker discusses his socially charged comedy, inspired by a real-life student revolt over Japan’s outdated school rules. ( read original story ...)
‘1st grader problem’ may be behind increased violence at schools in Japan’s Kanagawa Pref.
Kanagawa Prefecture, south of Tokyo, saw a record 14,537 violent incidents at public schools in the 2024 academic year, and one of the rea ... ( read original story ...)
Russia says peace talks with Japan only possible if Tokyo abandons ‘anti-Russian course’
Russia said on Thursday that any dialogue with Japan regarding a peace treaty to formally end World War Two could only begin once Tokyo abandoned what Moscow described as a damaging "anti-Russian" ... ( read original story ...)
Jeonbuk Hyundai U14 heads to Nagoya for Midland Challenge 2025 tournament
Jeonbuk Hyundai U14 team departed on the 30th to participate in the Midland Challenge 2025 in Nagoya, Japan. Midland Challenge 2025 is a tournament that uses the name "Midland" to signify youth ... ( read original story ...)
UAE OTR Tire Market Forecast & Opportunities Report 2025, Competitive Analysis of Yokohama, Trelleborg, Michelin, Balkrishna, Continental, Goodyear, Bridgestone, TVS Srichakra …
The UAE OTR Tire Market is poised for growth driven by robust infrastructure projects and expanding sectors like construction and mining. Opportunities lie in high demand for durable, ... ( read original story ...)
Yomiuri: Japanese Maglev Line Project Cost Swells to 11 Trillion Yen
Central Japan Railway Co. (JR Central) announced on Wednesday that the total construction cost for the Linear Chuo Shinkansen line, which will carry maglev bullet trains between Shinagawa in Tokyo and ... ( read original story ...)
Mustangs to Minis: Over 100 classic cars set for Himalayan expedition with Yokohama
Over 100 vintage and classic cars will participate in The Classic Himalayan Drive 2025, a 10-day expedition partnered by Yokohama India. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo: Chairman Hiroyasu Ando Talks Festival Growth and Competing for Attention With Trump
Ando has raised the festival’s profile since taking the job in 2019, but admits there's much work to do with increasing the Japanese public's awareness of the event. ( read original story ...)
Tour bus fatally hits 15-year-old cyclist in central Osaka
A third-year junior high school student riding a bicycle here died after being struck by a tour bus on Oct. 29.The bus hit a 15-year-old boy ・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
News in Easy English: Portugal Pavilion staff help stranded visitors at Osaka Expo
On Aug. 13, a subway problem at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai left over 10,000 people stuck at the venue overnight. At the Portugal Pavilion, staff ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo auto show highlights technology but Trump’s tariffs loom large
The Tokyo Mobility Show is showcasing futuristic transport, including robotic chairs and helicopter-like aircraft. ( read original story ...)