A senior city government official in Yokohama, near Tokyo, has accused Mayor Yamanaka Takeharu of using abusive language and demanded an apology. ( read original story ...)
With smiling selfies and K-pop jam session, Japan and China woo South Korea
As relations between China and Japan deteriorate, and the Trump administration remains unpredictable, South Korea’s president must strike a delicate balance. ( read original story ...)
After battling illness, Naomi Osaka draws in-form rising star in Australian Open 1R
Naomi Osaka will face a rising star in her opening match at the Australian Open after drawing world No. 71 Antonia Ruzic. Following deep runs in Montreal and the US Open, the Japanese drastically ... ( read original story ...)
See the Record-Breaking Bluefin Tuna the Size of a Grizzly Bear That Sold for $3.2 Million at a Tokyo Fish Market
The 535-pound fish, purchased by Japan's self-proclaimed "Tuna King," was sliced and shipped to sushi restaurants across the country ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka Governor, Mayor to Face Elections over Metropolis Plan
Osaka Governor Hirofumi Yoshimura and Osaka Mayor Hideyuki Yokoyama announced Thursday their intention to tender their resignations the following day and run in subsequent elections, in a bid to reali ... ( read original story ...)
Why Japan’s New Prime Minister Is Risking Her Historic Leadership With a Snap Election
Sanae Takaichi made history by becoming Japan’s first female Prime Minister in October; now she’s gambling it at the polls. Here’s why. ( read original story ...)
Researchers film foraging strategy of wood mice choosing between healthy and moth-damaged chestnuts
A mouse scurries up to six chestnuts. Three look healthy. Three have exit holes where moth larvae ate the insides before they left. What does the mouse do? ( read original story ...)
Japan and the Philippines sign a new defense pact as they face Chinese aggression
Japan and the Philippines have signed a defense pact that will allow the tax-free provision of ammunition, fuel, food and other necessities when their forces stage joint training to boost deterrence ... ( read original story ...)
Finnair blossoms with return to Nagoya
Finnair’s first flight to Nagoya since pre-pandemic, officially took to the skies yesterday morning, as the airline continues to extend its route network. Flight AY79 departed Helsinki at 12:15am , ... ( read original story ...)
Two men slashed in Tokyo, suspect arrested
Two men have been slashed near an apartment in Tokyo. One of them is reportedly unconscious. Police have arrested an individual on suspicion of attempted murder. ( read original story ...)
Japan and the Philippines sign a new defense pact as they face growing China aggression
Japan and the Philippines have signed a defense pact that will allow the tax-free provision of ammunition, fuel, food and other necessities when their forces stage joint training to boost deterrence a ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s prime minister Takaichi plans to dissolve Parliament and call early election to strengthen coalition
Japan's first female Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi plans snap election to capitalize on 70% approval ratings and strengthen her coalition majority. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s wholesale inflation slows, import costs flatten on weak yen
Japan's wholesale inflation slowed in the year to December on sliding fuel costs, data showed on Thursday, a sign falling crude oil prices were offering some relief to companies facing rising labour ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Engages in Trash Talk With Amateur at Australian Open: “Just Get on the Court”
Amateur Jordan Smith arrived hoping to win a single point and left with A$1 million and bragging rights over Jannik Sinner after conquering the Australian Open’s Million Dollar One Point Slam. The ... ( read original story ...)
K-pop drum duet between Japan and South Korea’s leaders caps off summit talks
Decked out in matching blue jackets, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Tuesday played drums to the beats of K-pop hits - including Dynamite by BTS and ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama city shines in winter with acclaimed illumination art
Yokohama shows attractive scenery in 4 seasons. Especially in winter Yokohama holds fantastic and dynamic illumination shows "Yorunoyo". It is accelerated by clean and transparent air condition. It ... ( read original story ...)