In a rare admission of sexual harassment in Japan’s military, its army chief apologized Thursday to a former soldier for suffering caused by a group of servicemembers. Yoshihide Yoshida, head of Japan ... ( read original story ...)
A rapid, highly sensitive method to measure SARS-CoV-2 in wastewater
They used EPISENS-S to conduct a long-term analysis of wastewater from two sewage treatment plants in Sapporo city, and found that there was a high correlation between changes in RNA ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan seeks deeper ties with Japan, hopes Tokyo takes proper approach to China
A Taiwanese foreign ministry spokesperson has called on Japan to continue deepening its cooperation with Taiwan in order to promote peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama combats counterfeit versions of ADVAN racing wheels
In response to a request for cooperation received from the Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department, Yokohama Rubber proceeded with preparations to expose a car parts company engaged in the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Ex-Leader Shinzo Abe Honored at Divisive State Funeral
A tense Japan prepared Tuesday for a rare and controversial state funeral for assassinated former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, the longest-serving leader in his nation's modern history and one of the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Mitsubishi Heavy to develop next-gen nuclear reactor with 4 utilities
Japan's Mitsubishi Heavy Industries is joining hands with four utilities, including Kansai Electric Power Co , to develop a next-generation nuclear power reactor, the company said on Thursday. ( read original story ...)
Uneasy China-Japan Festival Shows Rift Between Asian Powers
Women dancing in swirling costumes, musicians, food vendors and even a former prime minister battled to generate a festive atmosphere at an event marking the 50th anniversary of ties between Japan and ... ( read original story ...)
Do SUPER GT’s testing rules unfairly favour Yokohama?
Toyota team Racing Project Bandoh has taken four poles out of six so far this year in SUPER GT - but is there an argument to say that the series’ in-season testing rules give tyre supplier something ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to offer low-interest loans for LNG procurement -Nikkei
The Japanese government will provide support through public financial institutions to help utilities secure liquefied natural gas (LNG) amid a surge in prices, the Nikkei business daily reported on ... ( read original story ...)
Japan considers steps to help with utility bill burden
Japan will consider more steps to cushion the blow of rising electricity bills, a government spokesperson said on Thursday, underscoring the pressure it faces in addressing the burden on households of ... ( read original story ...)
Imperial Japan university unites graduates decades after war
Growing up, Fumina Oka knew little about the mysterious university her Taiwanese grandfather attended in northern China's Manchuria during Japan’s occupation in the early 20th century. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama grows Advan UHP line with Sport V107
Yokohama Tire Corp. (YTC) has expanded its line of Advan ultra-high-performance tires with the release of the Advan Sport V107, a tire developed for drivers ... ( read original story ...)
HK Express pledges to add over 400 flights to places popular among Hongkongers, including Tokyo and Singapore, following eased travel curbs
Airline says move will lead to more than 80,000 additional seats for those planning to fly to Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka, Bangkok and Singapore. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Liquor Museum bar ti serve whisky that pairs with Lawson’s karaage fried chicken
The Liquor Museum bar will open at the Shinjuku Washington Hotel Building on October 6th offering a special whisky designed to pair with Lawson convenience stores Japanese fried chicken, Karaage-kun! ( read original story ...)
Ukrainian woman plays folk instrument at east Japan pref. assembly hall for peace
Ukrainian musician Kateryna played the bandura, a popular folk instrument in her home country that is under invasion by Russia, at an asse ... ( read original story ...)
Germany and Japan conduct joint military drills
Germany and Japan conducted their first joint military drills on Wednesday in Japan, as Berlin seeks to expand its security commitments in the region. ( read original story ...)