Japanese airlines offer discounted fares to international tourists

JAL and ANA have surprising deals that allow you to see more of Japan while saving time and money. When you’re planning a trip to Japan, you might find yourself umming and ahhing over whether or not to purchase the Japan Rail Pass, which used to...

Tokyo ramen restaurant apologizes for trying to set too-strict time limit for eating its noodles

Ramen Jiro regrets giving the impression that it’s an intimidating place to eat at. No ramen chain can boast a more passionate fan base than Ramen Jiro. So beloved is the brand’s high-calorie, heavy-flavor take on the noddle dish that regular...

Tokyo stocks open lower as stronger yen hits exporters

This Oct. 1, 2020 file photo shows the Tokyo Stock Exchange. (Mainichi) TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Tokyo stocks opened lower Thursday as exporters were pressured by a stronger yen. In the first 15 minutes of trading, the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average fell...

Japanese eels: Your guide to unagi & anago: Let’s dive into the depths of Japanese eels

Grilled Eel rice in Japanese square box tableware. (Photo by 123RF) Over in the West, eels are perhaps only seen at the local aquariums, peeping out from a cave or tunnel—scaring a few kids in the process. However, in Japan, eels are considered a...

UNDP Kicks Off Climate Resilience Project In Turkmenistan With Japanese Backing

(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan, July 11. A new United Nations Development Program (UNDP) regional initiative to strengthen the climate and disaster resilience of Central Asian cities has been launched in Ashgabat, Trend...

Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Struggles with Trump Trade Talks

Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru said on Tuesday he found it “deeply regrettable” that President Donald Trump announced he would impose reciprocal tariffs of 25 percent on exports from Japan. Ishiba said negotiations would continue, but “as...

Tiffany’s Opens It’s Largest Store in Asia in Tokyo

Jennifer Aniston's Japanese-inspired pool area stopped me in my tracks – it's the most serene oasis I've ever seen

Few properties uphold the eternal grandeur of Jennifer Aniston's Bel Air home. Designed by architect A. Quincy Jones, it's a mid-century masterpiece that's rivalled only by its Japanese-style garden, the product of celebrated designer Marcello...

Birmingham City plot move to sign another Japanese attacker after Kyogo deal

Birmingham City are interested in Kyoto Sanga forward Taichi Hara as Chris Davies looks to add another attacking option to his squad. Blues have been very busy in the market since their return to the Championship, with Tommy Doyle, Demarai Gray...

The woman bringing Japanese toilet etiquette to Australia

Tokyo | If you’ve ever travelled on Japan’s iconic Shinkansen, chances are you’ve heard Donna Burke’s voice. For more than two decades, her calm, melodic English-language announcements have echoed through the bullet train carriages – welcoming...

POSCO Future M to Supply Anode Materials to Japanese Battery Manufacturer

POSCO Future M will supply anode materials to a major Japanese battery manufacturer. The company announced on July 11 that it has signed a supply contract for anode materials with its Japanese client. It plans to produce natural graphite anode...

The Honda CB Is The Japanese Commuter That Can Do It All

When we talk about commuter bikes, it's mostly confined to the bread-and-butter ones. These (mostly) entry-level offerings are soft on performance with weak single or twin-cylinder engines, and barebone packaging that helps keep the cost down....

Easy Japanese news in translation: Wind chimes with wishes make lovely sounds at shrine

(Mainichi/Kan Takeuchi) Kumano Taisha Shrine in the city of Nanyo, Yamagata Prefecture, is one of the famous shrines in Japan. Here, the "Kanade" festival is held, where people hang strips of paper with their wishes written on them from wind...

Singapore’s Alchemist coffee debuts first international outlets in Tokyo

Singapore coffee brand Alchemist has opened its first international outlets in Tokyo, Japan. Located in the neighbourhoods of Aoyama and Asakusa, the two new outlets opened in late June this year. The Aoyama store stretches approximately 140sqm...

Chinese JH-7s in “unusual” approaches against Japanese YS-11EBs

Tokyo has protested close passes of Chinese Xian JH-7 strike aircraft near NAMC YS-11EB surveillance aircraft in international airspace. The Japan Ministry of Defense (JMOD) cites two passes against Japan Air Self Defense Force YS-11EBs on the...

Two found guilty of killing man found in suitcase dumped in river near Tokyo

The Yokohama District Court sentenced two men to 13 years and 15 years in prison Friday in a high-profile case involving the killing of a 46-year-old man whose body was found in a suitcase dumped in the Tama River in Kawasaki. Presiding Judge...

Tokyo Ghoul Reignites Remake Rumors With a New Anime Release Nobody Saw Coming

Among the best and most popular anime of 2014, Tokyo Ghoul has always stood out as the most promising but ultimately disappointing. Kaneki's story had the potential to become an instant classic of the dark fantasy genre, with a fascinating...

Chinese court to issue ruling on Japanese businessman

Beijing – A district court in Beijing will hand down a ruling on Wednesday for a Japanese employee of Astellas Pharma, who has been charged with espionage in China, sources familiar with Japan-China relations have said. Earlier this week, the...

Emperor visits Mongolian school offering Japanese-style education

Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia – Emperor Naruhito on Thursday visited Shine Mongol School, a private school in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, that incorporates Japanese-style education, with its school uniforms, school lunches and club activities. After being...

Altilium attends meeting discussing role of Japanese investment in UK clean tech innovation

The UK and Japan are at the forefront of the transition to zero emission vehicles and the meeting underlined both countries' commitment to achieving net zero by 2050. Strengthening international collaboration in the development of new battery...