JR West introduces humanoid robot for railway maintenance; wants to expand its use in Japan
Japan activist fund wins seats on Daidoh board in rare victory
Japan’s jet fuel crisis hits Narita
Fujifilm once had trouble selling cameras. Now it can no longer keep up with demand.
Japan’s personal financial assets are rising to a new high
Japanese universities must prepare for major changes
The biggest killer in the world you never thought about
Applause for identity politics
Another US soldier charged with sexual assault on Okinawa
Victor Wembanyama urges French voters to reject ‘extremes’ in parliamentary elections
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
Fukui: The drunken elephants of Asakura Shogi become crown princes to help players win
Osaka: police dog in perfect harmony with police officer through dolphin show-like training
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: 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
Nakamura Stable’s Sumo scene/revival brings back memories of notable predecessor
Lawson asks four travel agencies to remove their two stores from Tours in Yamanashi Pref.; Removal comes after overtourism problem at Mount Fuji...
‘Evangelion’ Singer Cancels Performance at Anime Orchestra Concert Due to Use of AI-Generated Artwork
Kochi: Popular creepy characters sing and dance for disaster prevention
Kyoto: city government. Plans pilot project to allow views of the Gion Festival Procession from the roof; Trial limited to 100 applicants
