The Tokyo International Film Festival's full lineup gives plenty of space to Chinese titles of various origins, animation and Marcello Mastroianni. ( read original story ...)
Elite University of Tokyo to hike tuition fees by 20%; first rise in 20 yrs
Japan's prestigious University of Tokyo will hike undergraduate tuition by 20% for students enrolling in April 2025 and onward, the school an ... ( read original story ...)
Japan watchdog to recommend penalties on Nomura’s brokerage unit for alleged market manipulation, Yomiuri reports
Japan's securities watchdog is expected to recommend imposing tens of millions of yen in penalties on Nomura Holding's brokerage unit for alleged manipulation in the government bond futures market, ... ( read original story ...)
Zeinab Harake Proposes To Fiancé Bobby Ray Parks Jr.
Engagement rings and proposals aren't just for women. That's what Zeinab Harake wanted to prove as she gifted her fiancé, Bobby Ray Parks Jr., another engagement ring almost two months after they ... ( read original story ...)
ANA not to offer air taxi service at 2025 World Expo in Osaka
ANA Holdings Inc. said Wednesday it will not offer a commercial flying taxi service at the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka, viewed as ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Home Prices Are Seen to Largely Withstand BOJ Rate Hikes
Tokyo residential property prices are likely to hold up after the Bank of Japan’s interest-rate increases, though some areas may see declines, industry experts say. ( read original story ...)
2026 Asian Games : No Cricket in 2026 Asian Games? Logistical Challenges May Lead to Omission
Cricket's future at the 2026 Asian Games, scheduled to take place in Nagoya, Japan, is in doubt, as logistical challenges could force the ... ( read original story ...)
Ubisoft Backs Out of Tokyo Game Show at Eleventh Hour, Cancels Livestream
Tokyo Game Show kicks off tomorrow, September 26th, and runs until the 29th. One of the world's largest gaming exhibitions, the event is held in the massive Makuhari Messe convention centre in Chiba, located just outside of Tokyo. We'll be keeping a close eye on the event and will, of course, bring word of any ...
Japan’s largest rice shortage in years is exacerbated by sushi-hungry tourists, weather
Japanese rice is a key staple in many of its iconic dishes, but the country is facing its biggest shortfall in years. ( read original story ...)
Filipino fashion craftsmanship shines in Osaka
TAYO Fashion Week 2024 focuses on the rich heritage and contemporary craftsmanship of Filipino designers in the vibrant and competitive fashion scene of Osaka, Japan. The week-long pop-up was held at ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks open mixed as locking in of gains offsets Wall St. rises
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Tokyo stocks opened mixed Wednesday as buying following overnight advances on Wall Street was offset by investors locking in gains after a four-day rally. In the first 15 minutes of ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Economic Revival Is Failing to Save Its Vanishing Towns
The nation’s next prime minister must convince voters in both cities and rural areas that rising prices are a good thing following 30 years of stagnation. ( read original story ...)
‘Assassin’s Creed Shadows’ Disaster Continues To Unfold As Ubisoft Pulls Out Of Tokyo Game Show, Cancels Scheduled Press Previews
The hits keep rolling for 'Assassin's Creed Shadows' as Ubisoft has not only pulled out of the Tokyo Game Show, but also cancelled previews. ( read original story ...)
One of Tokyo’s most beautiful gardens gets its own moon for moon-viewing season
Tokyo’s Hotel Chinzanso has one of the most beautiful gardens in the city, with its carefully cultivated flowers and other plant life making it worth a visit in any season. There’s a special sight to ... ( read original story ...)
‘Shogun’ Star Tadanobu Asano to Receive The Hollywood Reporter Japan’s Trailblazer Award at the Tokyo International Film Festival
The Japanese screen icon will be feted at THR Japan's annual Tokyo film bash at the Peninsula Hotel on Oct. 30. ( read original story ...)
Tree frog tadpoles have a unique way of not contaminating their water supply: Not pooping
The Eiffinger's tree frog (Kurixalus eiffingeri), found on Ishigaki and Iriomote islands in Japan, has a unique biological adaptation: its tadpoles do not defecate during their early developmental ... ( read original story ...)