The government says the former Unification Church caused “immense suffering,” echoing the accused killer’s complaints. ( read original story ...)
Nadal, Osaka expected for Australian Open field
Organizers of the Australian Open (AO) have announced that a plethora of superstars are set to make their comeback to Melbourne Park at the start of 2024, including former champion Naomi Osaka. Naomi ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama’s Tsuzuki Ward Eases Parental Anxieties with ‘Small 1 Wall’ Initiative
In a bid to alleviate the anxieties of families juggling school and work commitments, the local government of Tsuzuki Ward in Yokohama, Japan, is stepping up its efforts. The approach? A unique ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Tire’s Mississippi Truck Tire Plant Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Yokohama’s truck tire plant in West Point, Mississippi celebrates a milestone while looking toward the future. ( read original story ...)
Comedian Toshifumi Fujiwara Faces Legal Consequences for Alleged Hit-and-Run in Tokyo
A Comedy Star Under Investigation Renowned comedian Toshifumi Fujiwara, best known as Tocchan from the comedy duo FUJIWARA, is currently embroiled in a hit-and-run controversy in Tokyo, Japan. The ... ( read original story ...)
What Is The ‘Sata Andagi’ Meme And What Anime Does It Come From? TikTok’s Viral ‘Osaka’ Meme Explained
An old-school anime meme based on a viral video of a character yelling "sata andagi!" is going viral on TikTok, but where does it come from? Here's what you need to know. ( read original story ...)
Japan condemns Hamas’ ‘terror attacks,’ supports Israel’s right to defend itself
Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa told her Israeli counterpart on Thursday the "terror attacks" by Hamas cannot be justified for any reason, and that Tokyo resolutely condemns the conduct, a statement by the Japanese Foreign Ministry said. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo benefiting from billions of investment dollars
Massive private developments are contributing to revitalization of an Asian metropolis eager to compete globally. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Mississippi tire plant celebrates 10 years
Yokohama's tire manufacturing plant is celebrating 10 years in West Point, Miss., giving playwright Tennessee Williams a run for his money as "The Friendly City" favorite son. The plant's 889 ... ( read original story ...)
Got Holiday Plans? Airbnb Reveals Top Destinations From Japan to Bahamas
New Airbnb data shows 2023 winter travelers are eyeing getaways to South America, the Asia-Pacific and the Bahamas. ( read original story ...)
Sapporo Backs Down from 2030 Winter Olympics Bid Amid Public Distrust
Japan’s Sapporo City has officially withdrawn its bid to host the 2030 Winter Olympics and Paralympics, citing a lack of public support driven by scandalous events tied to the 2021 Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics. ( read original story ...)
Olympics-2030 Winter Games ‘too soon’ for Japan’s Sapporo – IOC
MUMBAI (Reuters) - Japan's Sapporo withdrew its bid to host the 2030 Winter Olympics because the Games were "too soon" for the city, the International Olympic Committee said on Thursday. The mayor of Sapporo said on Wednesday that the northern Japanese ... ( read original story ...)
Sapporo eyes review amid shareholder pressure
Sapporo Holdings says that it has set up a committee to conduct a strategic review of the business, as the Japanese beer group comes under pressure from shareholders dissatisfied with stagnant growth. ( read original story ...)
Unauthorized Road Repairs on Tokyo’s East Japan Expressway Spark Controversy
A Surprising Discovery The East Japan Expressway in Tokyo’s Komae City became the center of a recent controversy after depressions were discovered on the road, leading to a series of unauthorized ... ( read original story ...)
Japan seeks to revoke tax status of religious group after Shinzo Abe slaying
The Japanese government on Thursday said it will seek to revoke the religious corporation status of an organization whose solicitation tactics came to light last year over the assassination of former ... ( read original story ...)
IMF’s Georgieva lauds Japan’s contribution to low-income trust, sees more coming
Japan made a "very impressive pledge" to an International Monetary Fund account that provides subsidies to enable zero-interest rate loans to the poorest countries, IMF Managing Director Kristalina ... ( read original story ...)