Japan’s NHK says a fire broke out in a building in Osaka in western Japan and 27 people are feared dead. The fire broke out on the fourth or fifth floor of an eight-story ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese giant ClassNK chooses ForePaaS to optimize ship inspections and prevent pollution of the marine environment
ForePaaS, provider of the unified end-to-end platform that accelerates machine learning and analytics projects, was chosen by ClassNK, a company responsible for the safety of persons and property at ... ( read original story ...)
Girl who pushed shopping cart from store rooftop sent to family court
The Osaka District Public Prosecutor's Office has decided to send a case involving a 14-year-old girl accused of attempted murder and property damage to family court. The girl was arrested after she ... ( read original story ...)
A Japanese-Inspired Midcentury Lists for $3.5 Million in Berkeley, CA
The 1959 residence designed by Bay Area architect Robert Klemmedson takes inspiration from the Katsura Imperial Villa in Kyoto, Japan. ( read original story ...)
A Guide to Hida Takayama, Where You May Experience Old Japan
Hida Takayama is a famous tourist destination, where you may experience the beauty of an old-style town. Here are some tourist spots you must visit, where you can experience the history and lifestyle ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to see if S Korea can meet high standards of TPP: spokesman
Japan's top government spokesman said Tuesday it is too early to comment on the prospect of South Korea joining the 11-member Trans-Pacific Partnership until it becomes clear whether the country can ... ( read original story ...)
Enjoy the Retro Feel of Modern Japan! Five Famous Buildings in Osaka
Osaka often elicits the image of the flashy neon lights and signs in commercial districts. What many don’t know is that it actually has many buildings that have notable modern architecture. Below are ... ( read original story ...)
McConnell, Spears, Osaka: A look at 2021’s notable quotes
A line from a speech given from the U.S. Senate floor before rioters broke into the Capitol on Jan. 6 tops a Yale Law School librarian’s list of the most notable ... ( read original story ...)
4 Reasons Why Tohoku, Japan Should Be Your Next International Trip
Discover a UNESCO City of Gastronomy, architecture, whiskey, and more in this lesser-known—and absolutely gorgeous—region of Japan. ( read original story ...)
No ghosts spotted ‘yet’ as Japan’s most famous haunted house finally gets a new occupant
Prime minister Fumio Kishida says he 'slept soundly' despite rumours of the previously abandoned home being home to restless spirits ... ( read original story ...)
‘Slept soundly’: Japan’s Kishida assures he hasn’t seen any ghosts in PM residence yet
Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida was recently asked if he is sleeping comfortably in the official residence. Reason? Ghosts. Believe it or not, Japanese population is worried if their Prime ... ( read original story ...)
Here’s some investment advice for 2022 on Japanese, Chinese and US stocks, from Tom, Dick and Harry
Japan might seem boring, but it could be time to reconsider the safe-haven, low inflation, low interest rate market, writes . ( read original story ...)
Crazy cheap hotel in Tokyo comes with a crazy catch【Photos】
For budget travelers in Japan who’re looking for a cheap place to spend the night, capsule hotels are the first thing that comes to mind, since they often charge less than 5,000 yen (US$43) a night. ( read original story ...)
Apex-Brasil partners with companies from Japan and Singapore
Apex-Brasil is part of Itamaraty and supports 15,000 companies in 80 sectors of the Brazilian economy. Among the new partners are the Japan External Trade Organization. ( read original story ...)
Firefighter in Japan drives ambulance 24 times on suspended license, causes accident
A firefighter in his 20s drove an ambulance a total of 24 times while his driver's license was suspended, before causing an accident while res ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Ruling Bloc Adopts FY 2022 Tax Reform Package
Japan's ruling coalition on Friday adopted its fiscal 2022 tax system reform package focusing on measures to cushion the impacts of the novel coronavirus crisis on households and businesses. You are ... ( read original story ...)