Kabukicho is Tokyo’s most electric nightlife district—where neon signs blaze, izakayas buzz, and the streets never sleep. Join us for a walk through the lights, sounds, and hidden corners of one of ... ( read original story ...)
Philippine Airlines resumes seasonal Manila to Sapporo flights with A321neo
Philippine Airlines has announced the return of its seasonal Manila to Sapporo flights with its A321neo aircraft ... ( read original story ...)
Meet Alex Pisano, the Japanese goalkeeper in EAFF E-1 Football Championship with roots in Italy
Pisano, born to a Japanese mother and Italian-Canadian father, developed at the Ote Elementary School and FC Fervor Aichi, before moving to Nagoya Grampus. ( read original story ...)
This Is the No. 1 Hotel in Tokyo—and It Has ‘Tremendous Hospitality,’ Imperial Palace Views, and 11 Restaurants
Readers favored Tokyo hotels with beautiful rooms and attentive service in our annual “World’s Best Awards” survey for 2025. ( read original story ...)
Cycling in Tokyo: Why It’s Faster Than Cars
In the heart of one of the world’s busiest cities, cycling in Tokyo isn’t just convenient — it’s often faster than driving. With narrow roads, dense traffic, and limited parking, cars can’t compete with the agility and speed of bikes. ( read original story ...)
Earthquake swarms are fueling fear of the ‘big one’ in Japan
In Japan, swarms of earthquakes are fueling a dip in tourism and a viral panic over predictions of the next 'big one' ( read original story ...)
PAL to fly Manila-Sapporo route every winter
Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) announced Tuesday the relaunch of its nonstop services between Manila and Sapporo, Japan starting Nov. 24. The thrice-weekly services, however, will be offered ... ( read original story ...)
Citizens decry Sanseito leader’s controversial childbirth remark in rallies near Tokyo
A remark by Sohei Kamiya, leader of the minor opposition party Sanseito, that "older women cannot have children" during an election speech・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Rubber and RAOT hold their ninth joint seminar in support of natural rubber farmers
The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd. announced that, together with the Surat Thani branch of the Rubber Authority of Thailand (RAOT), it held a seminar event in June 2025 to help Thai natural rubber farmers ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Architect’s 7 Level Compact Home, 59sqm/635sqft
In a quiet residential neighbourhood of Tokyo, architect Masato Igarashi of IGArchitects designed a unique 59sqm/635sqft concrete home for himself and his wife—doubling as his architecture studio. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks end higher as concerns ease about Trump tariff on Japan
Tokyo stocks ended slightly higher Tuesday as concerns eased about U.S. President Donald Trump imposing a tariff much higher than ini ... ( read original story ...)
Soccer-Tottenham sign Japan defender Takai from Kawasaki Frontale
(Reuters) -Tottenham Hotspur have signed Japan defender Kota Takai on a five-year contract from J-League side Kawasaki Frontale, the Premier League club said on Tuesday. Financial details were not ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s service sector mood perks up as summer heat offsets US tariff gloom
Sentiment in Japan's service sector improved slightly in June, a government survey showed on Tuesday, as solid demand for summer clothing and leisure offset the gloom from U.S. tariffs. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s emperor meets Mongolian president in joining of Asian democracies
Japan’s Emperor Naruhito met with Mongolia's president Tuesday during a visit to the landlocked Asian nation that marks a step toward closer relations between the two democracies in a region dominated ... ( read original story ...)
Japan calls Trump’s latest tariff salvo ‘regrettable’ as nations scramble to deal with fresh deadline
Trump shared screenshots of letters detailing new tariff rates for over a dozen countries, allowing room for further negotiations before the renewed deadline of Aug. 1. ( read original story ...)
Japan says new US tariffs will have an impact on domestic industries, employment
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Tuesday said US-imposed tariffs on Japanese imports would have an impact on the country, but added that negotiations would continue. ( read original story ...)