A former worker at a day care center who has been acquitted of charges including assault against children sued the Japanese government and th・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Nikkei 225 ends week at record high
Japan's Nikkei 225 stock index rose sharply on Friday to finish the week at a record high. The gain came after all three major equity indices on Wall Street hit new highs. ( read original story ...)
WWF Japan: Tokyo area animal cafes pose infection risk
WWF Japan says some so-called animal cafes in the Tokyo area fail to follow hygiene procedures and pose an infectious disease risk to visitors. The venues allow customers to feed and pet exotic ... ( read original story ...)
No trick or treat? Tokyo’s Shibuya announces measures to prevent Halloween disruptions
The government of Tokyo's Shibuya Ward on Oct. 2 announced measures to address potential issues around Shibuya Station during the Halloween p ... ( read original story ...)
The Yen weakens following Ueda’s remarks in Osaka
BOJ Governor Kazuo Ueda confirmed inflation is on track but warned of global uncertainties that could hurt wage growth. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s ruling party is in crisis as voters swing to right-wing rivals. Can a new leader save it?
Japan’s ruling party is in crisis as voters swing to right-wing rivals. Can a new leader save it? Japan’s ruling party is in trouble, and it knows it. The country is rife with political instability, ... ( read original story ...)
Yuki Tsunoda laughs off “pretty bad” Apex Legends cameo at Tokyo Game Show
Yuki Tsunoda recently took part in an Apex Legends event at the Tokyo Game Show. After several years of not playing the game, the Red Bull driver admitted it was a "pretty bad" cameo appearance. ( read original story ...)
17 Stunning Public Restrooms In Tokyo Designed By World-Famous Architects
In Tokyo’s vibrant Shibuya district, public restrooms have been transformed into works of art. As part of the ambitious “Tokyo Toilet” project, 16 world-renowned architects and designers reimagined 17 ... ( read original story ...)
Exclusive interview: JW Marriott Tokyo is officially open with a top-tier location and one of the city’s best new pools
TPG spoke to the brand new JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo's general manager in an exclusive interview celebrating the property's October opening. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Fest Unveils Lineup: Fan Bingbing, Tadanobu Asano, Rithy Panh and Palestine Epic Among Competition Highlights
Other highlights at Tokyo's 38th edition include Chloé Zhao 'Hamnet,' Brendan Fraser's Japan-set 'Rental Family,' acclaimed doc 'The Ozu Diaries,' loads of anime, and the much belated local premiere ... ( read original story ...)
‘Enjoy your last dance, my friend’: Novak Djokovic and Naomi Osaka lead tributes after Monfils announces retirement
Novak Djokovic, Naomi Osaka, and Ons Jabeur were among those who reacted to the news of their colleague Gaël Monfils' retirement, sending emotional messages of support and appreciation to their rival. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka’s $495 Labubu-inspired mascots take 13 hours to make and are dazzling the U.S. Open crowd
When I call her just a few hours to go before her client Naomi Osaka takes the court for the U.S. Open women’s quarterfinals on Wednesday night, Kerin Rose Gold warns me that she needs “to crystallize ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Shibuya to make multilingual appeals for good behavior at Halloween
Tokyo's Shibuya Ward is to launch a multilingual campaign to appeal for good behavior at Halloween. Our site uses cookies and other technologies to give you the best possible experience. By using this ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo trying to increase number of hunters to deal with threats posed by bears
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is trying to expand the number of hunters, and help them improve their skills, in response to threats posed by bears. ( read original story ...)
Pen-ek Ratanaruang to Lead Tokyo Co-Production Seminar as Market Adds China Pavilion and Expanded Tracks
Pen-Ek Ratanaruang headlines Tokyo market's 'Morte Cucina' co-production seminar, as the event adds a China Pavilion and expands industry sessions. ( read original story ...)
Nagoya man detained, suspected of placing 1,095 fraudulent food delivery orders
The 38-year-old is alleged to have signed up and then canceled membership for the Demae-can service repeatedly, making false claims to avoid payments totaling about ¥3.7 million. ( read original story ...)