In Japan, bobtail cats are considered good luck and Nagasaki is the place to find them. They are known as “omagari neko (bent-tail cats)” or “kagi neko (hook cats)” and have their own society of ... ( read original story ...)
Big surprise in sumo. The sport has a new champion — and he’s Japanese
Japan has a new sumo grand champion — or yokozuna — and the big news is he’s Japanese. Onosato weighs 191 kilograms (421 pounds) and he is the first Japanese competitor to reach the top ... ( read original story ...)
Sumo has a new champion. And his nationality has shocked the sport
Sumo has a new champion. And his nationality has shocked the sport - Sumo is regarded as Japan's national sport, or most sacred sport ... ( read original story ...)
Shiga governor says reactions to midge outbreak at Osaka Expo site excessive
Shiga Gov. Taizo Mikazuki said reactions over a plague of non-biting midges at the Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai venue might be overblown. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka negatively compares herself to Serena Williams after her “disappointing” loss
After a strong start, Osaka, who is ranked #49 in the world, lost 6-7 (1), 6-1, and 6-4 against Badosa, ranked #10. At the press conference, her eyes welled up as she talked about her performance. “I feel like I should be doing better," she told reporters. ( read original story ...)
Don Quijote Collaboration Afternoon Tea at Hotel Indigo Tokyo Shibuya
No trip to Tokyo or Japan is complete without a shopping spree at the iconic Don Quijote. But if browsing the aisles isn’t enough to satisfy your Donki cravings ... ( read original story ...)
Report: Nissan might sell its Yokohama HQ in its fight for survival
Now, there are reports from Japan saying that Nissan might sell its headquarters for cash infusion. Nikkei Asia claims that the company placed the Yokohama headquarters among the assets possibly for ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo installs extra-large campaign boards ahead of metropolitan assembly vote
In some areas, boards with up to 70 slots are being installed, a move also intended to prepare for the Upper House election that will follow shortly after. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s government to pledge ‘nimble’ fiscal action in policy guidelines
Japan's government will pledge in this year's policy guidelines to take "nimble policy action" as U.S. tariffs and high inflation impact household finances, according to a draft seen by Reuters. ( read original story ...)
Japan proposes to buy U.S. chip products in tariff talks, Asahi says
Japan has proposed purchasing billions of dollars worth of U.S. semiconductor products during ongoing tariff negotiations with the United States, the Asahi newspaper reported, citing an unidentified ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei seen rising about 5% by year-end, shaking off Trump tariff impact: Reuters poll
Japan's Nikkei share average will climb about 5% by end-year as uncertainties over U.S. trade policies that have been holding the index back continue to clear up, although volatility is likely in the ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo firm provides sweet deal to snack maker, live streamers for ‘free’ large ads
Large poster ads for a cheap snack maker were recently displayed at train stations in the capital region, featuring photos of live streamers. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Compares Herself to Serena Williams In Heartbreaking Press Conference
Naomi Osaka Compares Herself to Serena Williams In Heartbreaking Press Conference first appeared on Parade on May 27, 2025 ... ( read original story ...)
Buried gas cylinder may be cause of explosion at Tokyo building site
An explosion in Tokyo's Edogawa Ward has left 10 people injured and damaged nearly 40 buildings. Investigators suspect a buried gas cylinder may have been the cause. ( read original story ...)
Deputy PM Nguyen Chi Dung meets with leaders of Japanese localities
Deputy PM Nguyen Chi Dung proposed that the Aichi Governor and Nagoya Mayor further enhance cooperation with Vietnam, aiming to set a model for local-level collaboration between the two countries. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nippon expected to close acquisition of U.S. Steel at $55 per share, sources say
President Donald Trump cleared Nippon's bid for U.S. Steel on Friday, referring to the deal as a "partnership." ... ( read original story ...)