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A Thai girl who was allegedly forced to provide sexual services at a Tokyo massage parlor has returned to Thailand. ( read original story ...)

In Tokyo, there’s a pop-up shop where the unwritten rules of retail have been turned upside down. Here, the thrill of the grab is the ultimate prize. The shop allows customers to steal goods to their ... ( read original story ...)

One agency has been told to lower the frequency of such tours to about 60% of previous levels, while another has been urged to cancel all sales. ( read original story ...)

As Samurai Japan gears up to defend its World Baseball Classic title, its roster is beginning to take shape. While superstar Shohei Ohtani had previously announced his intent to play for the tournament's reigning champs, ( read original story ...)

Authorities said an emergency call was received at around 4:30 pm reporting that several individuals had been stabbed at a Yokohama Rubber factory in Mishima city. ( read original story ...)

The Japanese government will conduct an audit to assess Brazil's beef sanitary system in March 2026, as part of the process to open its market to Brazilian products, Brazil's Agriculture Ministry said on Friday. ( read original story ...)

The Colorado Rockies are looking to strengthen their international scouting presence. President of baseball operations Paul DePodesta indicated the organization will increase its involvement in Japan and NPB markets as the front office works through its rebuild. ( read original story ...)

Fifteen people were injured during a stabbing at a Yokohama Rubber factory in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. A 38-year-old suspect, Masaki Oyama, was arrested for attempted murder. The attack involved ... ( read original story ...)

A man was arrested after stabbing eight people and injuring seven others with what was believed to be bleach at a tire factory in central Japan on Friday, officials said. There was no immediate explanation of his motive. ( read original story ...)

Fourteen people were injured in a stabbing attack in a factory in central Japan in which an unspecified liquid was also sprayed, authorities said. ( read original story ...)

Japan’s Financial Services Agency is stepping up monitoring of regional banks that lend heavily to the booming real estate sector to make sure risks are under control, according to people familiar with the matter. ( read original story ...)

Authorities in central Japan say that 15 people were injured in a stabbing incident at a factory in Mishima City, Shizuoka Prefecture, central Japan. Police have arrested a man for attempted murder. ( read original story ...)

A record-breaking number of travellers have been flocking to Japan, with the country desperate to disperse tourism by urging visitors to explore beyond the hotspots. ( read original story ...)

A non-Japanese-speaking first-time visitor used Apple’s new in-ear translation feature to connect with locals at bars, sushi classes and even a fire ritual. ( read original story ...)

Japan's government on Friday proposed record spending for next fiscal year while curbing debt issuance, underscoring Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's challenge in boosting the economy while inflation remains above the central bank's target. ( read original story ...)

Authorities confirm injuries after a weapon and ‘spray-like liquid’ attack. Local media report one man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. ( read original story ...)