I Moved to Japan 4 Months Ago: What Surprised Me Most so Far
Another adjustment has been Japan’s highly structured trash system. Back home, sorting was relatively simple: paper, plastic, garbage,…
Japan’s Takaichi faces women-led backlash over constitution reform push, arms build-up
Japan’s first female prime minister is facing a growing backlash from women new to political activism, as alarm…
Space Mountain: Earthrise Spinning Ride Vehicles Spotted
The new coaster, rumored to be named Space Mountain: Earthrise, is under construction in Tomorrowland at Tokyo Disneyland…
Review | Netflix drama Straight to Hell review: Erika Toda dazzles as Japan’s famous fortune-teller
4.5/5 stars Lead cast: Erika Toda, Sairi Ito, Toko Miura Anchored by a sensational central performance from Erika…
The fresh faces behind SusHi Tech Tokyo — the students driving Japan’s entrepreneurial turn
Tokyo is readying for its annual startup convention, SusHi Tech Tokyo — starting Monday — to bring together…
Japan’s Takaichi sends Yasukuni shrine offering, South Korea expresses ‘regret’
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi sent a ritual offering on Tuesday to a shrine honouring the country’s war…
Japan, Australia finalise contracts to deliver first 3 of planned frigates
Japan and Australia said on Saturday they have finalised contracts to jointly deliver the first three of 11…
What does Japan’s role in a US-Philippine military drill mean for Taiwan?
Japan’s most extensive participation to date in a counter-landing and missile defence exercise in the Philippines signals its…
Japan’s bid to avert Trump tariffs draws fire over climate impact of US projects
Japan’s effort to shield itself from President Donald Trump’s tariffs is facing a new backlash, with environmental groups…
Why Japanese firm’s tie-up with Ukrainian drone maker sparks concerns in Russia
Russia’s protest over a proposed investment by a Japanese company in a Ukrainian drone maker signals its concern…
Australia Turns to Asia for Fuel, Security as US Ally Distracted
Australia is reinforcing links with its northern neighbors to secure fuel supplies and bolster defense ties in order…
Where You Could Sleep With Snorlax in Japan, From MIMARU’s Pokémon Rooms to Grand Hyatt Tokyo’s Limited Pokémon Suite
Image Credit: Shutterstock. The internet loves a themed room, but these stays go much further than a logo…