The UN expresses concern about human rights abuses in Japanese workplaces
Robots enter one of Asia’s dirtiest farming jobs
Shortage of jet fuel causes problems at regional airports; growing demand, lack of workers to transport
UK Investment Fund’s proposal to sell Oriental Land shares rejected
JR West introduces humanoid robot for railway maintenance; wants to expand its use in Japan
The revolt against Starmer’s Labor by old backers is putting star candidates at risk
Chinese woman dies after protecting Japanese mother and child from knife attack; Japanese embassy in China flies flag at half-mast in tribute
The imperial couple conclude their visit to Britain after a trip down memory lane
Biden and Trump battle for working-class voters as a steel merger looms
Years later, Philippines reckons with Duterte’s brutal drug war
Fukuoka: Taiwanese professional wrestler pays welcome visit to Taipei office in Fukuoka
Hyogo: Motomachi-dori District celebrates 150th anniversary of overcoming adversity
Hokutosei Sleeper Train welcomes guests for an exclusive stay in Ibaraki Prefecture
T-rexcellent Race provides a hot dinosaur festival in Toyama; The race included more than 350 participants wearing T-Rex suits
Old warehouse converted into multifunctional building with library in Koshigaya offers unique space for socializing
Milan Fashion Week: Prada Projects Youthful optimism
Fashion designer Yumi Katsura turns rosy at Tokyo Show; A leader in Japanese bridal fashion for almost 60 years
Magazines out, fashion in at convenience stores in Japan
Second-hand kimono recycled into new clothing
Traditional Japanese fabric adds flair to Western clothing
Chile to install world’s largest astronomy camera on edge of Atacama Desert
A shipwreck can shed light on age-old navigation skills
Man from Sapporo contracts encephalitis from tick bite
63-leaf clover recognized by Guinness World Records
Why is Green Hulu Kapuas Kratom preferred over other strains?
Sand Art honors legendary manga ‘Cyborg 009’ in Miyagi Pref. City; Celebrating the 60th anniversary of publication
Documentary-style, autobiographical manga recalls 2 Gekiga gods from the 1970s; Iga shows fierce competition between Saito and Koike
Film based on the autobiography of a Japanese actor ‘Totto-chan’ wins prize at the French international film festival
Government to build a center for the preservation of manga and anime materials; The facility stores original art, animation cels, and idea notes
Shibaigoya Spring: Kabuki performances in cozy Edo-period playhouses return after pandemic delays
MLB: Detroit pitcher Kenta Maeda says he’s doing fine despite getting the line drive out of the glove and stomach vs. stomach. Angels
MLB: Shohei Ohtani mulls Home Run Derby amid record-breaking RBI streak with Dodgers
MLB: Shohei Ohtani Hits Another Leadoff Homer for Dodgers, Extends RBI Streak to a Franchise Record 10 Games
Olympic Games-Gymnastics-Japanese men’s top goal is to beat China for team gold
Shohei Ohtani hits NL-leading 24th homer as the Dodgers top Lowly White Sox 4-3
Sapporo event showcases large, intricate designs made with petals and sand; creations with crane and chrysanthemum motifs
Heritage Council publishes measures to combat crowds on Mount Fuji; video and predicted crowds expected to limit climbers
Ehime: Discover hidden gems: ride the slowest Shinkansen routes through a tranquil landscape
Hyogo: Orca Show Draws Visitors; New Aquarium Opens in Kobe
