NAGOYA--A hugely popular “izakaya” Japanese-style pub chain here has taken the anxiety out of last train home syndrome ... by setting up shop on an unused platform at JR Nagoya Station, just steps ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s synthesized singing sensation Hatsune Miku turns 16
Hatsune Miku has always been 16 years old and worn long aqua ponytails. She is Japan’s most famous Vocaloid, a computer-synthesized singing voice software, that, in her case, is accompanied by a ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka Pref. supporting 1.39 mil. children, pregnant women with rice coupons
The Osaka Prefectural Government has launched the second round of a giveaway initiative offering rice coupons worth 5,000 yen (approx. $34) t ... ( read original story ...)
Firms tried to defraud 7 Japan prefs. out of $165 million in COVID test subsidies
A total of 24 medical institutions and other businesses attempted to defraud seven prefectural governments including those in Tokyo and Osaka・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
Nagoya subway replaces platform timetables with QR codes to cut costs
All timetables have been removed from platforms on the Nagoya Municipal Subway Sakura-dori Line and replaced by QR codes that allow users to・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo day care kids thanked for finding stolen wallets, leading to suspect’s arrest
Police thanked 10 children at a day care center here on Aug. 30 for finding stolen wallets at a park, leading to the quick arrest of a suspec・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Boosts Defense Budget to Record High
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Defence giants’ move to Japan reinforces Tokyo’s commitment to keep the peace in Taiwan Strait
BAE Systems, one of the leading British aerospace and arms companies, will transfer the supervisory functions for its Asian operations from Malaysia to Japan by the end of this year, according to ... ( read original story ...)
For Koreans in Japan, this little-known massacre still carries weight
Japan is reluctant to acknowledge colonial-era violence, leaving the job of historical reckoning to individuals and civic groups. For Koreans investigating a 1923 massacre, it’s not just a matter of ... ( read original story ...)
Dozens of black luxury cars drive in… Why the top leaders of the Yamaguchigumi VI and Inagawa-kai have all “entered Yokohama
In a quiet residential area in Yokohama, investigators from the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department and Kanagawa Prefectural Police appeared. Appearing amidst the vigilance were the top leaders of ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo is preparing for a future earthquake. Has it learned from the last deadly one 100 years ago?
Japan's capital Tokyo looks nothing like it did 100 years ago when the Great Kanto Earthquake left the city in ruins. The 7.9-magnitude quake killed 105,000 people with the city, once largely made up ... ( read original story ...)
Japan marks centennial of devastating Great Kanto Quake with nationwide disaster drills
Japan's prime minister takes part in a televised earthquake disaster drill on the 100th anniversary of a temblor that devastated the Tokyo region. ( read original story ...)
Kashiwa Reysol vs Yokohama F.Marinos Prediction: Guests Have A Standing Record Of Victory Against The Hosts
Kashiwa Reysol is set to host Yokohama F.Marinos in a thrilling Matchday 26 encounter at the Kashiwa Hitachi Stadium. Yokohama F.Marinos, who are currently leading the league, emerged victorious in ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama’s Magokoro Fund donates ¥1 million to Hawaii relief efforts
Yokohama Rubber’s Yokohama Magokoro Fund is getting involved in relief efforts after the wildfires in Hawaii, USA. Specifically, the employee-backed Yokohama Magokoro Fund will donate a combined ¥1 ... ( read original story ...)
Stone Brewing’s Richmond branch to double in size, double workforce for Sapporo production
Once fully operational, the Richmond side will make about 40% of the company’s total domestic output. The California operations will produce only Sapporo Premium and Sapporo light in its flagship ... ( read original story ...)
China’s BYD adds second model to Japan EV line-up
China's BYD on Friday said it will start selling its second electric vehicle model in Japan this month, as it seeks to secure a foothold in a market that has given rise to some of the world's ... ( read original story ...)