How one of the world’s strongest auto unions is dealing with EV job losses
Sumitomo looks set to benefit from US shale boom despite production shutdown
Japan’s patchy business sentiment and GDP downgrade cloud the timing of the BOJ hike
Japan cuts first-quarter GDP after adjusting for construction figures
Sentiment at Japan’s major manufacturers improves to highest level in two years, BOJ Tankan Shows
China to step up detentions to pressure Lai, Taiwanese officials say
Starmer pledge on nuclear position closes hole in Labour’s red wall
Koike has a small lead as the election campaign in Tokyo enters its final week
Replacing Joe Biden is a fantasy that Democrats must give up
German far-right leader sees Le Pen’s victory in France as a model
Shop makes Tabi socks for Geishas and Sumo wrestlers
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
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
The world’s first wooden satellite unveiled to the press; Will help determine the practicality of using wooden materials in the room
Japan to promote development of new research reactors to decarbonize; Ministry sees nuclear energy as ‘main option’
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
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
Onosato moves to Sekiwake for Nagoya tournament
Masataka Yoshida has two hits; Red Sox beat Padres 4-1
Djokovic inspires Osaka at Wimbledon on the occasion of her daughter’s birthday
Shohei Ohtani hits a home run in the third inning; seven runs in the 11th inning as the Dodgers beat the Giants 14-7
MLB: Detroit pitcher Kenta Maeda says he’s doing fine despite getting the line drive out of the glove and stomach vs. stomach. Angels
Mount Fuji begins first official climbing season since introduction of measures to combat overcrowding during inclement weather
Umbrella Sky event dazzles visitors with 740 colorful umbrellas at Inawashiro Herb Garden in Fukushima Prefecture.
‘Buff’ Kangaroo Moves from Kochi to Ishikawa Zoo; breeding and exhibition planned for him
Sapporo event showcases large, intricate designs made with petals and sand; creations with crane and chrysanthemum motifs
