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In Japan, sometimes the person who can’t read the air is exactly who you need
Japanese has a rich vocabulary for sensing moods, social expectations and the subtle signals that shape interactions.
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Russia criticizes Japan-U.S.-Australia military drills featuring Typhon missile system
Moscow called the deployment of the powerful weapon on Japanese territory "absolutely unacceptable" and warned of "compensatory countermeasures."
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Ex-prosecutor who accused boss of rape urges reform
Japan's Public Prosecutor's Office has recently been rocked by a series of scandals involving misconduct by elite prosecutors.
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In Japan’s mountains, a different way to manage bears
A program has been credited with prompting both a recovery in bear numbers — although the animals are hard to count — and fewer encounters with humans....
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Japan arrests man in Iwate twice for hamster massacres
Police say the man teamed up with two different women on separate occasions and killed dozens of hamsters in a violation of animal protection laws.
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Over 1 in 3 young Japanese not interested in tying the knot, survey finds
The poll by the Children and Families Agency found that 35.1% of those surveyed said they had "no intention" of getting married.
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Japan’s top court to test use of AI in civil trials
The Supreme Court has announced its budget request for fiscal 2027, which included some ¥60 million for expenses related to the use of AI.
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Japan turns to AI in fight against investment fraud
The Consumer Affairs Agency plans to use the technology to find schemes with similar patterns to past fraud cases and malicious business operators to enable quicker intervention....
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Japan’s 10-year government bond hits 3% for first time in three decades
Inflation and fiscal concerns weigh on the market even after intervention and verbal support from officials.
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When Is Tokyo Fashion Week?
What to expect from Japan’s biggest fashion event The post When Is Tokyo Fashion Week? appeared first on Metropolis Japan .
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Toyohiro Akiyama, first Japanese citizen to go to space, dies at 84
A reporter-turned-farmer, Akiyama had hopes for a younger generation able to think freely.
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Toyohiro Akiyama, the ‘First Antihero in Space,’ Dies at 84
Toyohiro Akiyama, a former journalist and university lecturer who in 1990 became the first Japanese person to travel into space, died on August 26 from lower gastrointestinal bleeding. He was 84. News of his death was announced Tuesday. His funeral was held privately, with his wi...
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The Best Things To Do in Tokyo This September
Here is what’s happening across Tokyo this September 2026. Check out exhibitions, festivals, events and more! Tokyo in September: What To Expect The Japanese word to know for September is zansho (lingering heat) and it describes the first half of the month accurately. On paper Se...
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Victims of 2001 fire in Tokyo’s Kabukicho remembered
Bereaved loved ones paid their respects at the site of the early-morning fire that claimed 44 lives 25 years ago.
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Five missing Japanese nationals highlighted in top envoy’s dialogue with Nepal
The Japanese government has decided to provide blankets, tents and other relief goods, and is considering dispatching a disaster relief team.
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Japan and Belgium defense ministers agree to deepen security ties
Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi welcomed Belgium's first assignment of a defense attache to its embassy in Tokyo, describing the move as highly significant....
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Japan’s Kiuchi says record budget requests need broad comparison
The economic and fiscal policy minister added that next year's budget should properly reflect rising prices and wages "while strengthening the economy's growth potential."...
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Bōsai no Hi: Japan’s Disaster Preparedness Day
Held on September 1 each year in Japan, Disaster Preparedness Day is a time for thinking about and practicing how to respond to a potential future disaster....
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Manga “Nippon Sangoku” Asks if Speech Alone Can Bring Peace
Set in a near-future Japan, where three rival fiefdoms vie for supremacy after the collapse of global civilization, the manga Nippon Sangoku tells the tale of a young man who sets out on a mission to achieve unified peace for the land—not through force of arms, but with his wits ...
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Damage Projections for Nankai Trough and Greater Tokyo Earthquakes
The Japanese government estimates that potential major earthquakes over the coming decades could lead to massive fatalities.
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Inside Tokyo’s Brand-New Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Theater
If you grew up singing Moonlight Densetsu and play-pretended Sailor Guardians with your friends, your childhood dream is about to come true. Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon -Shining Theater Shinagawa Tokyo- has opened its doors, allowing fans to step into the vibrant world of Pretty ...
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Japan Births Edge Up in First Half of 2026 After a Decade of Decline
Births in Japan rose in the first half of 2026 for the first time in 11 years, possibly boosted by a postpandemic uptick in marriages. However, the overall trend remains toward population decline....
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When Japan Tried To Create Artificial Intelligence in the 1980s
The idea of “artificial intelligence” used to mean a planet-sized computer asking what it means to be conscious. It meant immortal machine civilizations orbiting dead stars. It meant robots who had outlived humanity and spent 10,000 years composing poetry about their creators. No...
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Government Survey Finds More Screen Time Means Lower Scores for Japanese Students
Japanese elementary and junior high students are spending more time using social media and watching videos online, and longer screen time has been linked to lower academic performance....
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Hokusai’s Giant Daruma: The Street Performance Sensibilities of a Master Painter
Hokusai, one of Japan’s greatest artists, was shaped by the vibrant entertainment culture of Edo (the former name for Tokyo). Nowhere was this more vividly demonstrated than in the legendary spectacle where Hokusai himself stepped into the role of performer, painting an enormous ...
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Yokohama’s New “Poop Museum”: A Crappy, Kawaii Learning Experience
Defecation has never been so charming or Instagrammable as it is at Japan’s Unko Museums, the latest of which is now open in Yokohama. Playful and entirely pop, this facility built around the poop theme of “unko kawaii” offers experiences available nowhere else....
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Masataka Taketsuru: The Father of Japanese Whisky | Spotlight
On this day in 1979, Masataka Taketsuru died from complications of pneumonia at the age of 85. The man known as the “Father of Japanese Whisky” was buried alongside his beloved Scottish-born wife, Rita, in Yoichi. This small coastal town in Hokkaido was where he established his f...
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The Japanese Giant Salamander: An Amphibian Titan
One of the world’s largest amphibians, the Japanese giant salamander is protected as a special natural monument.
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What’s New in Tokyo: September 2026
September brings a packed slate of openings and reopenings across Tokyo, from ambitious new restaurants and destination bars to revamped shopping complexes, boutique hotels and unique cultural spaces. Whether you’re looking to discover the city’s latest culinary talent, explore a...
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Yuzuru Hanyu’s 17-Year Love Story with Winnie the Pooh
Figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu is globally renowned as Japan’s “ice prince.” At only 19 years old, he became the first Asian man to ever win an Olympic gold medal in the discipline at the 2014 Sochi winter games. Hanyu then won a second consecutive gold at the 2018 Pyeongchang games,...
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Yayoi Kusama’s Essential Works
There was a stretch in the mid-2010s when Yayoi Kusama’s Infinity Mirror Rooms seemed to be everywhere. Museums that normally drew weekend-only crowds suddenly had ticket systems buckling under demand, Instagram filled with iterations of the same mirror selfie: a figure in deep s...
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Discover Tokyo’s Best Hidden Gems with Tomogo!’s Local Experts
For first-time visitors in Japan, scrolling on social media can often feel like the default option for planning your itinerary. It’s how most tourists end up in the same overcrowded locations: Shibuya Crossing, Senso-ji, a themed cafe in Harajuku, maybe a day trip to Hakone if th...
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Endemic Species That Only Exist on Specific Japanese Islands
From the ancient Amami rabbit to the flightless Okinawa rail, Japan's remote southern islands have quietly produced some of the world's rarest wildlife The post Endemic Species That Only Exist on Specific Japanese Islands appeared first on Metropolis Japan ....
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J-Horror Rises Again: Unraveling the Heart of Fear, Japan Style
Japanese horror is seeing renewed popularity nearly 30 years after Sadako crawled out of a television screen in Ringu, sparking off a first global boom. Here we take a look at how Ringu and the novel it was based on created an iconic vision of terror....
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Despite High Spending, Japan Trails Global Leaders in Top-Cited Science Papers
Japan ranks third in the world for research spending, but remains in thirteenth place for its number of highly cited science research papers.
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Japan Crude Imports Recover in July with Greater Reliance on US Oil
Japan’s crude oil imports saw a major drop in April 2026, but recovered in July due to a greater share of imports from the United States. However, the unit price in July rose 78% compared with the same month last year....
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Things to Do in Tokyo in September
The rundown of the best events in Tokyo this September The post Things to Do in Tokyo in September appeared first on Metropolis Japan .
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Can Takaichi Push Through Japan’s Long‑Delayed Refundable Tax Credits?
Refundable tax credits have repeatedly been proposed in Japan as a way to ease burdens on low income households while encouraging labor participation, yet they have never been implemented. Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae is now advancing the policy as a core reform, but questions a...
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Japan Retail Bond Sales Surge in Shift Away from Low-Yield Bank Deposits
Individual investors are rushing to buy retail Japanese government bonds, and the volume sold in 2026 is already higher than for the whole of 2025.
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Japan’s Top Events in Autumn 2026
Colorful foliage and traditional festivals brighten up autumn 2026 in Japan. Check our list of recommended events.
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Japan Residence Permit Fees Rise From October 1, 2026: Permanent Residency Jumps to ¥200,000
More about the process, eligibility rules, and paperwork The post Japan Residence Permit Fees Rise From October 1, 2026: Permanent Residency Jumps to ¥200,000 appeared first on Metropolis Japan ....
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Tokyo Mugicha: A Traditional Roasted Barley Taste Enjoyed for Over 80 Years
Mugicha, or barley tea, is a wildly popular and widely available beverage that hits the spot in Japan’s hot summers. We visit a Tokyo roaster that uses old roasting techniques and top-quality ingredients to make a high-end product that is worth preserving....
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Surging Demand Lifts Chicken Prices to Record High in Japan
Japanese consumers are increasingly opting for budget-friendly chicken amid ongoing inflation, but this is leading to higher prices.
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