Historic D51 Steam Locomotive Returns to Yamaguchi
After a two-year hiatus, the beloved D51 steam locomotive, known affectionately as 'Degoichi,' has returned to Yamaguchi, primed to resume operations on the SL Yamaguchi-go line. (News On Japan)
View ArticleNew Fantasy Adventure Anime "Lone Conquest in Another World" Debuts in October
This summer, fans of the popular virtual YouTuber group SutoPuri are in for a treat as "Gekijouban SutoPuri: The Magical Stage" makes its cinematic debut. (News On Japan)
View Article"94-Year-Old Gay": A Profound Documentary on Age and Identity
The poignant documentary "94-Year-Old Gay," directed by acclaimed filmmaker Yutaka Yamamoto, has emerged as a profound exploration of aging, identity, and the pursuit of happiness within Japan's LGBTQ...
View ArticleLegal Expert Weighs in on Foreigner's Filming in Women-Only Train Car
A recent incident involving a foreign man who intentionally boarded a women-only train car and filmed passengers and the interior, posting the footage on social media, has sparked significant...
View ArticleFormer Child Soldier Recalls the Horrors of Unit 731
During each conflict, children are invariably forced into the fray, a grim reality that remains lesser-known from World War II -- Japanese child soldiers involved in developing bacteriological weapons....
View ArticleTakarazuka Music School Welcomes 40 New Students
Takarazuka Music School, the actor training institution of the Takarazuka Revue Company located in Takarazuka City, Hyogo Prefecture, celebrated the entrance ceremony on April 19th, for its 112th...
View ArticleFirst Disney Store in Gunma Draws Huge Crowds
After a 30-year wait, Disney enthusiasts in Gunma Prefecture finally celebrated the opening of the first Disney Store in the region, attracting a large crowd despite the brisk winds. (News On Japan)
View ArticleSamba Dancers Draw Thousands at Rainy Kobe Festival
The streets of Kobe were filled with color and energy as the annual Kobe Festival unfolded on a drizzly Sunday. Samba dancers, adorned in vibrant costumes, paraded down the main avenue, captivating the...
View ArticleCompetitors Eat Oodles of Noodles
A unique competition in Toyooka, Hyogo Prefecture, challenges participants to see how much Izushi soba they can consume within a set time frame, featuring the local specialty served in distinctive...
View ArticleOhtani Sets New Record for Most MLB Home Runs by a Japanese Player
Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani has surpassed Hideki Matsui to become the Japanese player with the most home runs in Major League Baseball, hitting his 176th homer. (News On Japan)
View ArticleJapan's GDP Ranking to Drop to Fifth as India Surges Ahead
According to estimates from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Japan's nominal GDP is projected to reach approximately $4.31 trillion by 2025. (News On Japan)
View ArticleOver 1 Million Follow Imperial Household on Instagram
The official Instagram account of the Imperial Household Agency, launched on April 1, has been actively sharing updates about the activities of Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress. (News On Japan)
View Article"V-Point" Debuts, Fueling Japan's Point System Competition
The "V-Point" service, now Japan's largest point-based loyalty program, officially began on Monday, boasting approximately 150 million members. (News On Japan)
View Article"Happiness": New Heart-Wrenching Love Story
The trailer for the film "Happiness" has been released, telling the story of a high school girl, Yuma, who is given just one week to live by her doctors, and Yukio, a boy who, despite being taken aback...
View ArticleJapan's Latest Cinematic Thriller: "Hot Spring Shark"
"Hot Spring Shark" plunges audiences into the tranquil waters of a popular Japanese hot spring town that quickly turn perilous when an ancient predator emerges. (News On Japan)
View ArticleGoogle Sanctioned by Japanese Regulators for Limiting Competitor Ads
In a historic move, the Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) has issued its first administrative sanction against American tech giant Google. (News On Japan)
View Article"Riri-chan" Sentenced to 9 Years in Prison
The Nagoya District Court delivered a severe sentence on Monday to Mai Watanabe, 25, who operated under the alias "Itadakijoshi Riri-chan (Riri the sugar baby)" and was charged with fraudulently...
View ArticleUnprecedented Profits for Japan's Department Stores
Amid a nationwide trend of retail closures, Japan's department store sector has achieved record profits, particularly bolstered by the influx of foreign tourists, fueled by a favorable exchange rate....
View ArticleKishida Government to Discontinue 15 Fund Projects, Redirecting 540 Billion Yen
In a significant move against what has been labeled as "breeding grounds for waste," the Japanese government has decided to terminate 15 state-funded projects, planning to return more than 540 billion...
View ArticleTsukiji Market Site to Transform into 50,000-Seat Stadium
The site of the former Tsukiji Market is set for a major transformation, including a stadium with a capacity of 50,000 people and a launch pad for flying cars. (News On Japan)
View ArticleSuspect in Grisly Nasu Case Instructed to Buy Tape
In a shocking development from the case of two burned corpses discovered in Nasu Town, Tochigi Prefecture, the arrested suspect has claimed he was instructed to purchase items such as adhesive tape....
View Article"The 8 Show: The Ultimate Money Show" - Netflix Teaser
In the teaser for the upcoming Netflix game show "The 8 Show – The Ultimate Money Show," eight contestants are lured by the promise of a cash prize and find themselves trapped inside a mysterious...
View ArticleDream or Reality? New Film Explores Intense Youthful Encounters
Directed by Katsutoshi Miyako, who won the short film Grand Prize at MOOSIC LAB 2019 for his work "Snail," the film "In the Dream" explores the meeting and transformation of a young man and woman....
View ArticleKobe Port Tower Welcomes Visitors After Renovation
Kobe Port Tower is set for a grand reopening on April 26 after undergoing its first renovations since its opening in 1963. (News On Japan)
View ArticleBloodstains in Car Linked to Suspect in Brutal Riverside Murder Case
Bloodstains have been found inside a car belonging to a 25-year-old man arrested over last week's discovery of two burnt bodies on a riverside north of Tokyo, investigative sources said Monday. (Kyodo)
View ArticleMasaki Suda Stars in "Cloud"
In the newly released teaser of "Cloud," a suspense thriller, the film delves into the harrowing theme of "collective madness" stemming from a chain of hatred. (News On Japan)
View ArticleFukuoka Opens First High School Specializing in eSports
In Hakata Ward of Fukuoka City, a pioneering educational institute, The "eSports High Academy," has officially opened its doors at Hakata Marui in Fukuoka, dedicated to the competitive world of eSports...
View ArticleJR West to Implement Distance-Based Fare System
JR West is set to revise its fare system to a uniform distance-based pricing model by next spring, potentially leading to higher fares on routes such as the Osaka Loop Line. (News On Japan)
View ArticleJapan and Europe Forge Partnership to Share EV Battery Data
An initiative led by Japan's Information-Technology Promotion Agency has seen the signing of a memorandum of understanding in Germany aimed at mutual data sharing concerning electric vehicle (EV)...
View ArticleToyama Tulip Fair Opens with Three Million Blooms
The annual Tonami Tulip Fair in Toyama has kicked off this year with a stunning expanse of three million tulips, attracting visitors from all over Japan and abroad, eager to experience the vibrant...
View Article"Harajuku Pop Princess" Kyary Pamyu Pamyu Announces First Pregnancy
Pop singer Kyary Pamyu Pamyu has taken to social media to share the excitement of her first pregnancy. (News On Japan)
View ArticlePrincess Aiko Attends Her First Spring Garden Party
The biannual Spring Garden Party, hosted by the Emperor and Empress, took place at Tokyo's Akasaka Imperial Garden on Tuesday, with Princess Aiko gracing the event, warmly engaging with the guests....
View ArticleKatai Tayama's masterpiece "Futon" Reimagined for Big Screen
Directed by Shinpei Yamazaki, the film "Futon" brings to life Katai Tayama's signature work, originally published in 1907. (News On Japan)
View ArticleSakura Tree Collapses on Teacher at Kyoto Tourist Spot
A cherry tree located at one of Kyoto's busiest pedestrian streets, Sanneizaka, a main pathway to Kiyomizu Temple, suddenly fell at 11:45 AM on Tuesday, trapping a school teacher beneath. (News On Japan)
View ArticleTop 10 Event Management Companies in Tokyo
This introduction will guide you through the essential criteria to evaluate when choosing Tokyo's best event management companies. (News On Japan)
View ArticleSeven-Eleven Expands Discounts on Perishables to Tackle Food Waste
In a move to address the significant issue of food waste, which amounts to approximately 5 million tons annually across Japan, convenience store chains are intensifying their discount strategies. (News...
View ArticleOsaka Crackdowns on Bird Feeding
Osaka City has issued an administrative order to stop feeding pigeons and crows following continuous complaints about droppings and noise. (News On Japan)
View ArticleTokyo's Youth Increasingly Connected: Survey Highlights Risks
A recent survey conducted by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government revealed a high rate of smartphone ownership among school-aged children, with 43% of upper elementary students and approximately 85% of...
View Article"Kirakira Donki" Targets Gen Z with New Shibuya Store
A new store format from Don Quijote, named "Kirakira Donki," opened its doors in Tokyo's Shibuya district on Tuesday, aiming primarily at Generation Z and attracting a significant number of foreign...
View ArticleFemale Doctors Linked to Lower Mortality Rates in Women Patients
A study led by the University of Tokyo using medical data from the United States has found that women patients experience lower mortality rates and other health benefits when treated by female doctors...
View ArticleFormer Host Pleads Guilty to Receiving 25 Million Yen from "Riri-chan"
A former host admitted to knowingly receiving approximately 25 million yen that had been deceitfully obtained by convicted scammer "Riri-chan," in a trial held on April 23. (News On Japan)
View ArticleCastle Stays for 1.26 Million Yen a Night
Marugame Castle in Kagawa Prefecture, known for its original Edo-period keep, now offers a unique accommodation experience termed "castle stay." (News On Japan)
View ArticleShibuya Station's Gate Moves Closer to Hachiko Side
The "Shin-Minami Gate" at JR Shibuya Station is set to move 200 meters closer to the Hachiko side from July 21, providing direct access to the Saikyo Line and Yamanote Line. (News On Japan)
View ArticleYokosuka City Embraces AI to Broadcast Information in English
Yokosuka City in Kanagawa Prefecture has launched a new initiative to disseminate information in English using generative AI technology. (News On Japan)
View ArticleRecord 26.4% of New Employees Consider Job Changes
The proportion of new employees who consider switching jobs if the opportunity arises has reached an all-time high, according to a survey of 1,000 employees conducted by the Tokyo Chamber of Commerce...
View ArticleDecoding U.S. 'Black Ship' Data Centers in Japan
Major American IT companies like Microsoft and Oracle have announced substantial investments totalling 4 trillion yen ($26 billion) in data centers in Japan, sparking concerns about digital sovereignty...
View ArticleRevealing the Hidden World of Japan's Public Security Police
Akira Ikegami engages in a compelling conversation with Enkaku Katsumaru, a former member of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's Public Security Bureau, Foreign Affairs Division. (News On Japan)
View ArticleMysterious Black Animal Spotted in Tokyo
There have been multiple reports of a mysterious black animal in downtown Tokyo, with the enigmatic creature captured on video looking around nervously before noticing the camera and staring it down...
View ArticleFirst Look: DisneySea's Fantasy Springs Hotel
Tokyo DisneySea, known for its elaborate themes and enchanting attractions, is set to open its latest marvel, Fantasy Springs Hotel, a portal into a world of fantasy. (News On Japan)
View ArticleJapan Advances Towards Mass Production of Hydrogen Fuel Trains
The inaugural meeting of a national expert panel focused on mass-producing hydrogen fuel cell trains, viewed as viable alternatives to diesel engines in rural areas, was held recently, as part of the...
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