Yuzuru Hanyu skates to "Ashura-chan" at the Pia Arena MM in Yokohama's Nishi Ward on Feb. 19, 2024, the final day of his first solo tour. (Mainichi/Taichi Kaizuka) YOKOHAMA -- Figure skating icon ... ( read original story ...)
Former Ghostwire: Tokyo Creative Director Ikumi Nakamura’s Studio Shows Intriguing New Game Kemuri
Tokyo-based studio Unseen led by Ikumi Nakamura had a new reveal to share about its debut PvE cooperative online game, titled Kemuri. ( read original story ...)
This cherry blossom bus tour in Tokyo comes with lunch or dinner onboard
With cherry blossom season inching closer and closer every week, it might be a good idea to start planning your hanami well in advance. If you’re looking for a unique experience, check out this sakura ... ( read original story ...)
Aging population ends ‘Naked Men’ festival in Japan’s Iwate prefecture after a millennium
After over a thousand years of tradition, the iconic "Naked Men" festival in Japan's Iwate prefecture has come to an end mainly due to an aging population and dwindling participation. End of tradition ... ( read original story ...)
Japan finmin says may have to skip G20 meet due to domestic issues
Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki said on Tuesday that he might have to skip a gathering of financial leaders from the Group of 20 major economies in Brazil later this month to ensure passage ... ( read original story ...)
‘Ruining my career’: calls grow for Japan to change law on married surnames
Japan is the only country in the world that requires spouses to use the same name, but after decades of inaction, appetite for change is building ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Rolls out New off-road Tires Range
Pune: Japanese tires maker Yokohama on Monday introduced two new additions to its popular Geolandar series called the Geolandar X-AT and Geolandar M/T G003 aimed at the diverse needs of off-road ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka up more than 400 spots in WTA rankings after Qatar Open
Naomi Osaka has made a massive leap in global tennis rankings after a breakthrough performance at the Qatar Open in Doha last week. Current standing: Osaka, 26, now sits at no. in the Women's Tennis ... ( read original story ...)
Shmyhal: Japan to allocate $1.3 billion to support Japanese investors in Ukraine
The Japanese Foreign Ministry also announced 15.8 billion yen ($105 million) in aid to Ukraine in the form of grants. ( read original story ...)
Japan to allocate €1.25 billion to support its investors in Ukraine
Japan is to allocate €1.25 billion to support Japanese investors in Ukraine. The relevant documents were signed during the Japan-Ukraine Conference for Promotion of Economic Growth and Reconstruction ... ( read original story ...)
Japan pledges long-term support for Ukraine – Japanese Foreign Ministry
Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa announced that Tokyo will provide long-term support to Ukraine and will seek assistance from the private sector to fund these efforts on Feb. 18, Japanese media ... ( read original story ...)
New Yokohama Off-Road Tyres Launched: Geolander All-Terrain & Mud-Terrain
Yokohama India launched two new additions to its popular Geolandar series – the Geolandar X-AT and Geolandar M/T G003. These cutting-edge tires are engineer ... ( read original story ...)
The Revolutionary Pinsia Electrolysis Hair Removal Salon Launches in Osaka, Japan
OSAKA, JAPAN / ACCESSWIRE / /Pinsia, a pioneering electrolysis hair removal salon, is proud to announce its grand opening in Osaka, Japan, bringing a revolutionary approach to hair removal for both ... ( read original story ...)
Rankings Watch: Osaka among squad of players on the rebound
Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova, Karolina Pliskova and Naomi Osaka are among the players surging back up the WTA Rankings after strong performances in Doha, while Erika Andreeva makes her Top 100 debut. ( read original story ...)
I bought a house in Japan for less than $45,000. I live in the peaceful countryside close to every convenience, and everything’s cheaper here.
Ned Watson bought an abandoned Japanese home, known as an akiya, in 2019. It's brought him tranquility and a life free of financial burden. ( read original story ...)
Sapporo to refocus on beer business as activist raises stake
Sapporo Holdings , the Japanese brewer pressured by activist investors to sell its property holdings, wants to announce its business portfolio reorganisation "as soon as possible", the company's ... ( read original story ...)