Harry Potter,' 'Game of Thrones' and 'The White Lotus' anchor HBO Max's October launch on Prime Video and Hulu Japan. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka calls tennis her ‘side hustle’ as she opens up about being a mom to 3-year-old daughter Shai
The two-time US Open winner welcomed her daughter with ex-boyfriend Cordae in July 2023 ... ( read original story ...)
See 7 of Naomi Osaka’s Best Tennis Outfits Over the Years
Naomi Osaka is known for making an entrance when it comes to her match day outfits. Here are seven of Naomi Osaka’s best tennis outfits over the years. ( read original story ...)
Japan Inc is betting big on India as China risks deepen
Japanese companies are doubling down on India amid a shrinking domestic market and rising risks in China. ( read original story ...)
Japan seeks record US$55.6bil defence budget, with AI focus
The defence ministry plans to implement an AI-powered decision support system and acquire low-cost drones to work alongside long-range missiles. ( read original story ...)
Hokkaido and Osaka governors meet to discuss secondary capital concept
The two agreed to cooperate on realizing a system where both prefectures would have backup capital functions in the event of a disaster in Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Japan targets record defense spend as China pressure grows
The Defense Ministry wants more drones and missiles, but the pace of spending increases might look slow to Washington. ( read original story ...)
Japan to beef up its defense with drones, AI and missiles, defense budget plans show
Japan’s Defense Ministry has disclosed details of an 8.9 trillion yen ($55.6 billion) budget request for the next fiscal year that officials say will increase significantly after the government adopts ... ( read original story ...)
Japan seeks record US$55.6 billion defence budget, with AI focus
The final budget could reportedly reach 10 trillion yen as Tokyo upgrades its defence to navigate growing tension with neighbours such as China, North Korea and Russia. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Rubber develops proprietary generative AI system
The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., announces that it has developed and begun full-scale operation in August 2026 of a proprietary generative AI system utilizing RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation), which ... ( read original story ...)
In the 1600s, people in Osaka ate dozens of species of fish, mammals and plants; 400 years later scientists found the evidence trapped in their teeth
Teeth unearthed in Osaka have unveiled a diverse dietary landscape of commoners, revealing that their dental calculus held traces of proteins from fish, mammals, and plants. This discovery suggests ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka survives opening scare, hits reset in Miami: “I just want to play with the big dogs”
MIAMI, USA— One week after apologizing to fans for “the worst match” she’s ever played in her life, Naomi Osaka was back in the winners circle at the Miami Open. This match on Tuesday wasn’t pretty ... ( read original story ...)
NBCUniversal, U-Next Ink Sweeping Japan Partnership Spanning Streaming and Theme Parks
NBCUniversal and U-Next strike Japan partnership spanning streaming, theme parks and global content distribution. ( read original story ...)
5 of the best music festivals in and around Tokyo this September and October
Whether you’re into indie rock, experimental electronica or EDM, there’s a festival for you near Tokyo this autumn ... ( read original story ...)
Japan spent a record ¥49 trillion on medical expenses in FY2025
The amount, which is 2.6% higher year on year, reflects the country’s aging population and advances in medical technology, according to the health ministry. ( read original story ...)
Japan-South Korea business panel launched to address low birth rate
The group aims to enable the two countries to share knowledge and experiences in seeking solutions to their demographic challenges through private-sector cooperation. ( read original story ...)