Toyota confirms no new cases of misconduct in certification investigation beyond previously disclosed models
Bankruptcies rise in Japan as labor shortage doubles
Chinese and Indian stocks preferred over Japanese stocks in the second half of Asia
Toyota unit violated subcontractor protection law: regulator
Japanese convenience stores expand fast delivery services
Will Meloni and Le Pen become right-wing best friends? It’s complicated.
The Reintroduction of Kamala Harris
Biden again gets credit for pushing Japan to increase defense spending
Philippines rejects US aid over tensions in South China Sea
Trump advisers call for US nuclear weapons tests if elected
Kagawa: Udon keychains serve Kagawa’s specialty dish in miniature; collaboration with 21 local udon shops
Osaka: Emirates’ ‘Flying Palace’ reintroduced on Kansai-Dubai route
Heirs of Kyoto Talent/Craftsman seeking perfect sound, transcending the framework of Buddhist utensils
Kombu harvest starts 2 weeks later than official date in Hokkaido
Shop makes Tabi socks for Geishas and Sumo wrestlers
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
Deadly Blue-Ringed Octopus Spotted Near Tokyo
Research into technology to combat GPS signal falsification begins; plans include development of radio frequency fingerprint database
Heatwave triggers shark attacks on fish farms
Japanese Geothermal Energy: A 24/7 Energy Solution?
The world’s first wooden satellite unveiled to the press; Will help determine the practicality of using wooden materials in the room
Bunraku plays with animated backgrounds to go on US tour; with 9 shows in 5 cities
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
Japanese Olympic athletes gather for official launch ceremony; later at farewell party with 6,000 fans
Navarro’s Mind Game Beats Osaka in London
MLB: Seiya Suzuki scored three times and the Cubs secured an easy win after losing eight of 10 games
Masataka Yoshida has two hits and two RBIs to help Red Sox beat Marlins 7-2
Shota Imanaga allows three runs on six hits and strikes out eight in six innings; Phillies beat Cubs 5-3
Fukui: Eyewear hunting in Sabae; Megane Street delivers stylish social media photos
Kiriko Lantern Festival Kicks Off in Noto, Ishikawa Prefecture; Parade Helps Boost Enthusiasm for Earthquake Reconstruction
TV presenter Zemba wants to create a relaxed atmosphere for Sunday morning viewers; experienced presenter now leads TBS’s ‘Sunday Morning’ show
Colorful summer has arrived; over 1 million visitors expected for the Shonan Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival
