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Bunraku Plays with Animated Backgrounds to Go on U.S. Tour; Featuring 9 Shows in 5 Cities
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Japan taxi driver suspected of raping 50 women: Reports: TOKYO: Japanese police said on Thursday (May 22) they had arrested a former taxi driver on suspicion of ...
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Tokyo to waive basic water charge for 4 months to offset rising prices amid summer heat - The Mainichi
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Tokyo customs make what is believed to be Japan's largest bust of ketamine - The Mainichi
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Key FactsTokyo Seizes Record Amount of Smuggled Ketamine
May 18 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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- Tokyo police and customs have seized a significant quantity of ketamine.
- A 21-year-old French woman is suspected of attempting to smuggle 40 kilograms of ketamine.
- The drugs were found in two suitcases at Haneda airport, valued at approximately 920 million yen.
- Ketamine is a potent anesthetic that is also abused for its euphoric effects.
Korean resident of Japan sues hotel over unrequired passport check: A third-generation ethnic Korean resident of Japan on Thursday sued a Tokyo hotel for ...
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Seven-Eleven testing delivery robots in Japan: The four-wheeled box-type robots, which can travel up to 6 kph, are designed to run on sidewalks while following ...
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Sumo: Ozeki Onosato marches on with 11th win, Hoshoryu 2 wins back - The Mainichi
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‘Exit 8’ review: Tokyo’s subway is an endless purgatory in ‘ingenious’ video game adaptation
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Toyota to Release New RAV4 within FY 2025
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All Tokyo loop line services suspended from Friday's 1st trains: JR East is suspending all loop train services in downtown Tokyo from Friday's earliest ...
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Rakuten to support Ukrainian startups with Kyiv gov't institution: Japanese online shopping giant Rakuten Group Inc said Tuesday it will join hands with a ... Show more
Japan Today Spotlight #18 | Japan sex industry boom: How tourism and the yen are changing everything
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Tokyo to make base water fees free during summer months: The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has decided to make basic water fees free for households this summer ...
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Foreign visitors to Japan in April set monthly record at 3.9 million - The Mainichi
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Tokyo experiences temperatures exceeding 30 deg C for first time in 2025: Temperatures above 30 deg C were also observed in other parts of the country ...
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Tokyo Experiences Temperatures Exceeding 30 C for 1st Time This Year; Other Parts of Japan also See Soaring Temperatures
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Japan is sticking to demand for US to eliminate tariffs, trade envoy says: Japan's top trade negotiator said Tokyo will not rush into clinching a trade deal.
reuters.com/world/americas/japan-is-sticking-demand-us-eliminate-tariffs-trade-envoy-says-2025-05-20/
Philippines and Google in talks about data center, minister says: TOKYO -- Google is considering setting up a data center in the Philippines ...
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1 dead, 2 injured after train hit by suspected pipe frame in winds in Nagano: A 56-year-old man died and two other passengers were injured after a local ...
japantoday.com/category/national/update1-1-dead-2-hurt-after-japan-train-hit-by-suspected-pipe-hut-in-winds
Tokyo lodges protest after Israel fires shots at diplomats in West Bank: The diplomats were inspecting a refugee camp in the West Bank city of Jenin.
japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/05/22/japan/japan-protest-israel-shots/
Protest against Israel: A group protests outside the Japan National Press Club in Tokyo, while Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar gives a news conference ...
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Subterranean safety valve protecting Tokyo metro from flood disaster: After visitors descend stairs winding 50 meters below ground, they emerge to an ...
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Number of tourists to Japan soars 28.5% in April to record 3.9 mil: The number of foreign visitors to Japan soared 28.5 percent in April year-on-year to a record ...
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Ishiba presses Trump on tariffs in phone call ahead of new talks: Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said Friday that he had again pressed U.S ...
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‘Treasure hunt’: Tourists boost sales at Japan’s Don Quijote stores: A record influx of visitors to Japan, fuelled by a weak yen, is boosting sales nationwide ...
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Japan, Paraguay agree to upgrade ties amid China's rising clout: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- The leaders of Japan and Paraguay agreed Wednesday to upgrade their ties to a ...
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Body found in sinkhole near Tokyo confirmed as missing driver - The Mainichi: SAITAMA (Kyodo) -- A body found inside a massive sinkhole that opened at an ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20250514/p2g/00m/0na/035000c
Most female execs doubt Japan will hit 30% goal for women in top jobs - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20250518/p2g/00m/0bu/021000c
Imperial couple to visit Hiroshima in June to honor war dead: Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako will visit Hiroshima next month to honor the war ...
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Imperial Visit to Hiroshima Honors War VictimsEmperor Naruhito and Empress Masako will visit Hiroshima in June, their first since 2019, marking 80 years since WWII ended.
- Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako will travel to Hiroshima to honor those lost in the war.
- They will place flowers and hold a moment of silence at the atomic bomb victims’ cenotaph.
- The visit includes viewing exhibits and hearing survivor testimonies at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum.
- The couple will meet with atomic bomb survivors in a nursing home and review reconstruction efforts after a 2014 landslide.
Japan inflation accelerates in April on reduced energy subsidies - The Mainichi: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan's core consumer prices in April climbed 3 ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20250523/p2g/00m/0bu/012000c
2 injured in knife attack at Tokyo subway station, suspect arrested - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20250507/p2g/00m/0na/045000c
Honda scales back electrification investment plan by 30%: TOKYO -- Honda Motor will scale back its electrification strategy, lowering planned investment through ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Automobiles/Honda-scales-back-electrification-investment-plan-by-30
2 arrested in Tokyo for fake residence IDs, may have made thousands - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20250509/p2g/00m/0na/048000c
Century-old Tokyo geisha festival revives dying art: The geishas glide with measured steps across a wooden stage, offering a glimpse of a long-misunderstood ...
japantoday.com/category/features/lifestyle/century-old-tokyo-geisha-festival-revives-dying-art
Japan plugs homegrown fighters, frigates in export push: TOKYO -- Japan is making a full-throated sales pitch for Japanese-made frigates ...
asia.nikkei.com/Politics/Defense/Japan-plugs-homegrown-fighters-frigates-in-export-push
Youth support group official arrested for cocaine possession: A senior official of a group that helps youth in Tokyo's red-light district was arrested along with ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/05/20/japan/crime-legal/support-group-cocaine/
Ex-environment chief Koizumi picked as new Japan farm minister - The Mainichi: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Former Environment Minister Shinjiro Koizumi said Wednesday he ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20250521/p2g/00m/0na/018000c
Random stabbing cases in Japan raise fears: Could the next victim be me?: Experts say these incidents often reflect a deeper issue at the societal level.
japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/05/19/japan/crime-legal/random-stabbings-raise-fear/
Myanmar workers head to Japan as turmoil deepens at home: TOKYO -- The number of Myanmar nationals working in Japan has surged, as young people fleeing the ...
asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Japan-immigration/Myanmar-workers-head-to-Japan-as-turmoil-deepens-at-home
Japan, S Korea plan fast-track entry system for tourists: Japan and South Korea plan to set up dedicated entry lanes for tourists visiting each other's ...
japantoday.com/category/features/travel/Japan-S-Korea-plan-fast-track-entry-system-for-tourists
Summer Spirit in Asakusa; Participants Celebrate Sanja Matsuri Festival in Asakusa
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Tokyo luxury hotels warned against cartel-like price info sharing - The Mainichi: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan's antitrust watchdog on Thursday warned more than a ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20250508/p2g/00m/0na/044000c
Behind This Acclaimed American Chef’s Obsessive Pursuit of the Perfect Pizza: Acclaimed Southern chef Sean Brock is devoting himself to Tokyo-style pizza at his ...
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The Ghibli Golden Route: Japan’s most accessible destinations for fans and first-time visitors
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Four arrested under Tokyo’s strict yakuza gang laws – but not for the reason you think
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Tokyo office buildings facing extended vacancies surge in 3 years: TOKYO -- Central Tokyo's market for large office buildings appears to be reaching a ...
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Crates full of Nazi documents found in Argentine court's basement: The crates, dating back to 1941, contain Nazi party membership booklets and Nazi propaganda ...
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Visitors to Japan most frustrated with lack of trash bins: survey - The Mainichi: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Visitors to Japan have cited the lack of trash bins in public ...
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Key FactsTourists in Japan Struggle with Trash Bin Shortage
May 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mainichi.jp
- A recent survey revealed that 21.9% of over 4,000 foreign visitors identified the lack of trash bins in Japan as their main inconvenience.
- Despite an 8 percentage point improvement from last year, many respondents reported having to take their trash back to accommodations.
- The removal of public trash bins, due to safety concerns, has led to increased littering in tourist areas.
- In addition to trash issues, 15.2% experienced communication barriers and 13.1% noted overcrowding at popular sites.
"Popular tourist destinations like New York and Paris each have about 30,000 public trash bins."— Yohei Takemura, CEO of Forcetec Inc., discussed the number of trash bins in popular tourist cities compared to Japan.
Japan moves to ban Google, Apple from blocking app store competitors: Japan's antitrust watchdog Thursday unveiled draft guidelines for the law governing ...
japantoday.com/category/tech/japan-moves-to-ban-google-apple-from-blocking-app-store-competitors
Red Carpet of Shirley Poppies in Bloom at Western Tokyo Park; Total of 1.8 Million Flowers Fill Area
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/features/travel-spots/20250519-255345/
SoftBank posts ¥1.15 tril annual net profit: Japanese tech investor SoftBank Group, a major player in the U.S. Stargate artificial intelligence drive ... Show more
Japan's GDP shrinks 0.7% in Jan.-March on imports, weak consumption - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20250516/p2g/00m/0bu/020000c
Struggling Nissan plans to slash 20,000 jobs globally: Struggling Japanese automaker Nissan Motor Co plans to cut around 20,000 jobs globally, more than 10 ...
japantoday.com/category/business/update1-struggling-nissan-plans-to-slash-20-000-jobs-globally
Japan is sticking to demand for U.S. to eliminate tariffs, trade envoy says | The Asahi Shimbun: Breaking News, Japan News and Analysis
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Japan Demands Removal of U.S. Tariffs in TalksTokyo maintains its call to end U.S. tariffs, including a 24% auto tariff set for July 2019, amid ongoing negotiations.
- Japan insists on the complete removal of U.S. tariffs on automobiles, car parts, steel, and aluminum.
- Recent working-level trade discussions occurred in Washington, with no date set for the next ministerial meeting.
- Japan refuses to finalize a deal that could harm its economic interests, especially concerning the auto sector.
- Negotiations include potential compromises such as increased U.S. corn imports and technical collaboration in shipbuilding.
"The slew of U.S. tariffs including reciprocal tariffs as well as those on automobiles, car parts, steel and aluminum, are regrettable."— Ryosei Akazawa, Japan's top trade negotiator, said this at a regular press conference.
CP Group tycoon warns US Treasurys selloff could weaken America's status: TOKYO -- Thailand's richest man and advisory chairman of the CP Group warned that ...
asia.nikkei.com/Editor-s-Picks/Interview/CP-Group-tycoon-warns-US-Treasurys-selloff-could-weaken-America-s-status
Over-the-counter drugs to be available at convenience stores in Japan: Over-the-counter drugs will become available at convenience stores in Japan within two ...
japantoday.com/category/national/over-the-counter-drugs-to-be-available-at-convenience-stores-in-japan
39% of people living in Japan feel lonely: gov't study: Some 39 percent of people in Japan feel lonely at times, according to a recent government survey ...
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Nissan weighs closing 2 plants in Japan's Kanagawa prefecture: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Nissan Motor is considering shutting two plants in Kanagawa Prefecture ...
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Key FactsNissan plans plant closures in Japan and abroad
May 17 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Nissan is considering shutting down two assembly plants in Japan and overseas factories, including in Mexico, as part of a cost-cutting initiative.
- The company plans to end production at the Oppama plant and the Shonan plant, leaving only three assembly plants operational in Japan.
- The restructuring measures introduced by CEO Ivan Espinosa mark a significant departure from the previous strategy focused on expanding global production.
- Nissan has also announced plans to consolidate production of the Nissan Frontier and Navara pickups from Mexico and Argentina.
"We are committed to maintaining transparency with our stakeholders and will communicate any relevant updates as necessary."— Nissan in a statement on its website.
Bullying victim quit prestigious Japan national elementary school: A pupil at a prestigious national elementary school in Tokyo quit the school this year after ...
japantoday.com/category/national/bullying-victim-quit-prestigious-japan-national-elementary-school
Toyota to release new EV with Subaru in North America, Japan in 2026: Toyota Motor Corp said Thursday that it will release a new electric vehicle in North ...
japantoday.com/category/business/toyota-to-release-new-ev-with-subaru-in-n.-america-japan-in-2026
Japan remains committed to moon missions as Trump cuts NASA budget: Japan is ready to support the United States' lower-cost lunar missions ...
japantoday.com/category/tech/japan-remains-committed-to-moon-missions-as-trump-cuts-nasa-budget-jaxa-chief-says
A Japanese dining icon gets a (minor) facelift: Less a purposeful renovation than a prudent refitting, the renewed Nadaman Sazanka-so has retained its old world ...
japantimes.co.jp/life/2025/05/18/food-drink/nadaman-sazanka-so-renewal-kaiseki/
Mayor wants off-season Mount Fuji hikers to pay costs of their rescue operations: Being located at the foot of Mount Fuji is a source of pride for the Shizuoka ...
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Tokyo expressway undergoes redevelopment into elevated green walkway - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20250511/p2g/00m/0na/026000c
Japan enacts laws to introduce digital arrest warrants by FY2026: The Diet on Friday enacted bills to introduce digital arrest warrants and other documents ...
japantoday.com/category/crime/japan-enacts-laws-to-introduce-digital-arrest-warrants-by-fy-2026
102 years old and fit: Oldest pharmacist reveals her secret: Kesa Hetamoto in her pharmacy in Tokyo: At 102, she is the oldest pharmacist in Japan.
morgenpost.de/panorama/article408947473/102-jahre-alt-und-fit-aelteste-apothekerin-verraet-ihr-geheimnis.html
Japan tourists soared 28.5% in April to record 3.9 million: The Japanese govt has set a target of almost doubling tourist numbers to 60 million annually by 2030 ...
straitstimes.com/asia/east-asia/japan-tourists-soared-28-5-in-april-to-record-3-9-million
Remains of 1 of 2 crew whose training plane crashed recovered: Japanese defense officials said Friday they recovered the remains of one of two crew members who ...
japantoday.com/category/national/japan-retrieves-remains-of-1-of-2-service-members-whose-training-plane-crashed
Letter from Nikkei Asia's editor: Sleepless in Manila: Keeping up with Asia's voting marathon
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Japan’s Shinkansen high-speed rail faces surging passenger demand, ageing infrastructure
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University of Tokyo Professor: Japan Must Prepare for Worst in Relations with U.S.; ‘Issues Unlikely to Be Resolved Soon’
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/politics-government/20250517-254766/
Japan's SMBC to take 20% stake in India's Yes Bank: Japanese lender Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) has signed a definitive agreement to take a 20% ...
reuters.com/world/india/state-bank-india-sell-1-billion-stake-yes-bank-japans-smbc-2025-05-09/
More than 270 candidates to run in Tokyo assembly election: The focus of the election will be whether the Liberal Democratic Party can remain the biggest force ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/05/21/japan/tokyo-poll-candidates/
Emperor Emeritus to be Admitted to Hospital for Heart Examination
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Earthquake Hits with Epicenter in Central Tokyo; No Tsunami Warning
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/general-news/20250504-252646/
5 Uzbek men held over series of robberies, assaults in Tokyo: Police in Tokyo have arrested five Uzbek men in their 20s on suspicion of robbery and assault in ...
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Visitors to Japan most frustrated with lack of trash bins: survey: Visitors to Japan have cited the lack of trash bins in public areas, including at train ...
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Key FactsJapan Visitors Frustrated by Lack of Trash Bins
May 06 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: japantoday.com
- A recent survey indicates that foreign visitors in Japan consider the shortage of trash bins in public areas their biggest inconvenience.
- 21.9 percent of over 4,000 tourists cited this issue as their top concern during their stay.
- The reduction of trash bins in public spaces, due to safety concerns, has led to increased littering problems at tourist sites.
- Additionally, 15.2 percent reported communication issues, while 13.1 percent mentioned overcrowding at popular attractions.
"Popular tourist destinations like New York and Paris each have about 30,000 public trash bins."— Yohei Takemura, CEO of Forcetec Inc., which installs solar-powered trash bins that can compress trash in public spaces.
Kanagawa man arrested for selling mopeds as battery bicycles in Tokyo: The man is suspected of selling some 1,000 mopeds between March 2022 and May this year by ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/05/20/japan/crime-legal/arrest-mopeds-battery-bikes/
Eight police officers in Japan disciplined over playing online game while at work
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2025/05/17/eight-police-officers-in-japan-disciplined-over-playing-online-game-while-at-work
Japan starts emergency inspections on nearly 200 military training planes after crash
japantoday.com/category/national/japan-starts-emergency-inspections-on-nearly-200-military-training-planes-after-crash
Japanese salaryman cheerleaders mean business: Picture a Japanese salaryman and you probably imagine a man in a dull suit slaving away at a computer ...
reuters.com/investigates/special-report/japan-salarymen-cheerleading/
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