Shigeo Nagashima, who was known in Japan as “Mr. Pro Baseball” and was one of the most famous people in the country during his playing days, has died. He was 89. ( read original story ...)
Japan to promote domestic ownership of JGBs, policy draft shows
Japan should promote the domestic ownership of government bonds to avoid further rises in long-term interest rates caused by supply-demand imbalances, according to a draft of the government's economic ... ( read original story ...)
News in Easy English: Osaka Expo mascot ‘Myaku-Myaku’ now popular with visitors
The official mascot of Expo 2025 in Osaka has become very popular. At first, many people did not like its strange look. Now, visitors often t･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
A Guide to Japan’s Closely Watched Government Bond Auctions
Japan’s government bond auctions, once viewed as predictable and procedural, have been reborn as a barometer of stress in the nation’s debt market — and a trigger for moves in yields from Europe to ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Former Princess Mako, Who Gave Up Royal Status to Marry Commoner, Welcomes First Child
Japan's former Princess Mako, who left the royal family in 2021, welcomed her first child with husband Kei Komuro, Japan's Imperial Household Agency confirmed on Friday, May 30. ( read original story ...)
Toyota’s liquid hydrogen powered car completes first endurance race
NAGOYA, Japan -- Toyota Motor finished a 24-hour endurance race using a car powered by an engine fueled by liquid hydrogen, achieving this breakthrough last weekend after falling short in two previous ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka police, shop union battle ‘concept cafes’ illicitly peddling entertainment services
OSAKA -- "Concept cafes," establishments that showcase specific themes or aesthetics, have been steadily gaining popularity -- especially among Japan'･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo metro election key test for PM Ishiba’s long-term prospects
With the House of Councillors election looming this summer, a local assembly race in Tokyo on June 22 will likely give a gauge on Pri ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Recruit CEO Retakes Indeed Top Job After Six-Year Hiatus
Recruit Holdings Co.’s chief executive officer is returning to his role as the head of Indeed.com, six years after he last led the job search site. ( read original story ...)
Where to Go in Paris, Tokyo, Cairo, and More According to the World’s Most Stylish People
Introducing the Bazaar Itinerary, in which tastemakers like Rashida Jones, Christian Louboutin, and Laila Gohar share their insider guides to the cities they know best ... ( read original story ...)
Why Nissan’s Car Seats Might Replace Your Desk Chair
The Nissan N7 has ultra-comfy seats that are so comfortable they will be transformed into standalone office chairs. ( read original story ...)
Recap of the “Shanghai Summer” Global Campaign – Osaka Edition
On the afternoon of May 21, 2025, the 'Shanghai Select - Made in Shanghai Showcase' and the Osaka edition of the 'Shanghai Summer' global promotional campaign officially launched at Grand Green Osaka ... ( read original story ...)
First look at the Ricoh GR IV, as the compact camera goes on display in Tokyo
The Ricoh GR IV might be the most anticipated camera release of 2025. Building on the cult status of the Ricoh GR III and GR IIIx, the first official glimpse of the GR IV has just taken place at GR ... ( read original story ...)
Hazer Group to advance hydrogen methane pyrolysis project in Japan
Australia’s Hazer Group is to develop a clean hydrogen and graphite project in Nagoya, Japan, using methane pyrolysis. Integrating with Chubu Electric’s LNG supply chain and infrastructure and ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama works with Asian Development Bank toward making sustainable cities around the world
Distinguished presenters at the session in ADB Annual Meeting in Milano Site visit to the Minato Mirai 21 district as part of the ADB Transportation Sector Leadership Program Yokohama promotes ... ( read original story ...)
Japan is a model of cleanliness. So where are all the trash cans?
Twenty-two percent of tourists cited the difficulty of finding a place to throw away garbage as the single biggest issue they’d dealt with during their trip to Japan ... ( read original story ...)