After almost four years of restoration, the Edo-Tokyo Museum in Tokyo is making a comeback in March 2026, and we have an inside look at what visitors can expect. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s factory activity growth hits near 3-1/2-year peak, PMI shows
TOKYO, Feb 2 (Reuters) - Japan's manufacturing activity grew at the fastest pace in about three and a half years in January, a private-sector survey showed, as strong customer demand drove an increase ... ( read original story ...)
We Moved On From Naomi Osaka’s Australian Open Look Way Too Fast
Although Naomi Osaka, the Japanese-Haitian tennis champion, is no longer eligible to compete at the Australian Open following an injury-related forfeit, she still managed to leave her mark. Even off ... ( read original story ...)
Starmer invites Japan PM to UK after Tokyo talks
Sanae Takaichi and Sir Keir discussed ways to strengthen ties between their two nations during their meeting, at the end of his trip to East Asia. ( read original story ...)
Lady Gaga faces backlash after anti-ICE rant during Tokyo concert
Lady Gaga received mixed reactions after pausing her Tokyo concert to condemn ICE operations in Minnesota, sparking a heated social media debate among fans. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Supplies Geolandar X-CV as OE on Lexus RZ BEV in North America
Yokohama Rubber has begun supplying its Geolandar X-CV as original equipment for the partially redesigned Lexus RZ battery-electric SUV in North America. The updated RZ launched in November 2025. The ... ( read original story ...)
Japan, Britain to boost cybersecurity and critical minerals cooperation as China’s influence grows
TOKYO (AP) — Japan and Britain agreed Saturday to accelerate cooperation on cybersecurity and the supply of critical minerals, as China’s influence grows in the region. British Prime Minister Keir ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Takaichi cites weak yen’s benefits even as her government threatens intervention
TOKYO, Jan 31 (Reuters) - Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi cited some benefits of a weaker yen on Saturday, in stark contrast to her finance ministry's threats to intervene to support the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s aging crisis shows how dementia poses a risk to household wealth. The US is not immune with older adults holding roughly $6 trillion in assets
According to Bloomberg, half of the nation’s gross domestic product (GDP) is in the hands of older adults experiencing dementia. With trillions of dollars at risk of mismanagement, Japan’s already ... ( read original story ...)
British PM Starmer hails strength of relationship with Japan after talks with Takaichi
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer hailed his country's strong relationship with Japan in a press conference with his Japanese counterpart Saturday in Tokyo, saying it is "stronger now than it has been in ... ( read original story ...)
Britain, Japan agree to deepen defence and security cooperation
Britain and Japan agreed to strengthen defence and economic ties, visiting Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Saturday, after his bid to forge closer links with China drew warnings from US President ... ( read original story ...)
South Korea, Japan defence ministers agree to upgrade cooperation
SEOUL, Jan 30 (Reuters) - The defence ministers of South Korea and Japan agreed on Friday to upgrade defence cooperation and plan to work together in incorporating artificial intelligence and unmanned ... ( read original story ...)
How to enjoy the Sapporo Snow Festival like a local
Snow, cold and crowds make Sapporo’s marquee winter event, running this year from Feb. 4 to 11, a must-see for travelers everywhere. ( read original story ...)
Core inflation in Tokyo slows, still on track to hit BOJ goal
Core inflation in Japan's capital slowed to a 15-month low in January due to the effects of gasoline subsidies and easing price pressure on food, data showed on Friday, a sign consumers were getting ... ( read original story ...)
Peach Aviation adds extra Sapporo flights as final Arashi tour sparks travel worries
IZUMISANO, Osaka -- Japanese low-cost carrier Peach Aviation Ltd. will add six special flights to coincide with the final tour stop of popular idol gr・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
Game music ignites Shibuya: Inside GAME MUSIC CROSSING TOKYO 2025 recap
The winner of the prestigious grand prize was the soundtrack of an indie game, the Urban Myth Dissolution Center Original Soundtrack. ( read original story ...)