Tokyo's consumer inflation remained flat in November as food prices continued to rise across the capital. Preliminary figures released on Friday by the internal affairs ministry show Tokyo's consumer ... ( read original story ...)
Japan launches homegrown ‘Doge’ to cut waste amid spending splurge
Tokyo’s version of Trump’s cost-cutting department follows stimulus plans that fuelled worries about fiscal sustainability ( read original story ...)
Japan eyeing much higher visa fees for foreign nationals
The government is considering raising the fee for permanent residency to as high as ¥300,000 and that for changing or extending one’s residential status to ¥100,000. ( read original story ...)
SEVENTEEN begins Japan dome tour today, to hold offline fan events
This poster is provided by Pledis Entertainment to promote SEVENTEEN's world tour, "NEW_." (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap) SEOUL, Nov. 27 (Yonhap) -- K-pop boy group SEVENTEEN will kick off its Japan ... ( read original story ...)
Pakistan showcases waste management progress at conference in Yokohama
The three-day conference, held from November 25 to 27 at Pacifico Yokohama North, gathered city leaders, policymakers, and experts from across Asia under the theme 'Towards a Circular Society'. ( read original story ...)
Riders trapped for up to 9 hours after Ferris wheel failure in Osaka Pref.
A Ferris wheel in this city in Osaka Prefecture broke down Nov. 25, leaving 20 people stuck onboard while firefighters worked to extra・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
Trump urged Japan’s Takaichi not to aggravate China dispute, sources say
U.S. President Donald Trump asked Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takiachi not to further escalate a dispute with China during talks this week, sources with knowledge of the matter said, as he tries to ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Rubber Advan Winter V907 tires selected for Mercedes-Benz E-Class cars
The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., announced that its ultra-high performance winter tire, ADVAN WINTER V907, has been selected as an afterparts tire for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class premium model series. The ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka Gas Targets US Power Plant Investments on AI-Driven Demand
Japan’s Osaka Gas Co. is looking to invest in more US gas-fired power plants, as the boom in artificial intelligence and data centers heralds a surge in demand for reliable energy supply. ( read original story ...)
Trump urged Japan to avoid escalation in China dispute, sources say
U.S. President Donald Trump asked Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takiachi to avoid further escalation of a dispute with China during talks this week, sources with knowledge of the matter said, as he ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka gas targets U.S. power plant investments on AI-driven demand
The company is eyeing existing assets as building new facilities can be challenging due to an ongoing global shortage of gas turbines. ( read original story ...)
Trump, After Call With China’s Xi, Told Tokyo to Lower the Volume on Taiwan
Japan, a U.S. ally that had angered China on Taiwan, found the message worrying. ( read original story ...)
Trump, After Call With China’s Xi, Told Japan to Lower the Volume on Taiwan
Taiwan was Xi’s overriding focus. While Xi didn’t name Japan or ask Trump to pressure Tokyo directly, the people said, his discussion of the post-World War II order was an implicit reference to Japan ... ( read original story ...)
AI and typhoons: Tech brings winds of change to extreme weather forecasts
Weather forecasters are pitting artificial intelligence against natural disasters. They're using the rapidly advancing tech to help predict the path of typhoons. ( read original story ...)
Easy Japanese news in translation: Osaka Expo mascot Santa doll displayed in Kobe
Easy Japanese news is taken from the Mainichi Shogakusei Shimbun, a newspaper for children. This is perfect material for anyone studying Japanese who has learned hiragana and katakana. We encourage ... ( read original story ...)
Nepathya’s Japan Tour 2025 ends on a high note in Osaka
Following their successful concerts in Nagoya and Tokyo, Nepathya-Nepal's premier folk-rock band-captivated audiences in Osaka, concluding their Japan Tour 2025 in style. ( read original story ...)