The Bank of Japan (BOJ) released its October Regional Economic Report, known as the "Sakura Report," announcing an upward revision of the economic outlook for two of the country's nine regions, Hokuriku and Tokai.

Japan's 89-year-old former empress Michiko underwent surgery on Tuesday at Tokyo University Hospital for a fracture in her right thigh bone. The surgery was successfully completed, according to the Imperial Household Agency.

Chief Cabinet Secretary Hayashi revealed in a press conference that a group photo of the Ishiba Cabinet, taken on October 1st to commemorate its inauguration, had been slightly modified before being posted on the Prime Minister's Office website.

NTT Communications announced on the 7th that it successfully conducted a demonstration experiment to connect two data centers using the next-generation communication infrastructure, IOWN, to handle the integrated processing of generative AI learning.

Retirees in Japan face harsh financial realities due to unexpected costs like serious illnesses and funeral expenses. Pension amounts often fall short, with some retirees receiving as little as 50,000 to 125,000 yen per month.

Disney's exclusive merchandise releases in Japan have sparked a new controversy, not just over traditional resale but also a trend known as 'proxy shopping.'

The used smartphone market in Japan is booming, particularly following the release of Apple's latest iPhone model. Despite the new iPhone 16 hitting the market last month, more consumers are opting for pre-owned devices due to their significantly lower prices.

Rice snack manufacturers are facing a tough business environment as the price of rice soars.

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the short stop-motion animation series 'Komaneko,' a new animated film has been produced. The story follows Koma-chan as she embarks on her first overseas trip, highlighting themes of friendship and personal growth.

Tokyo University's iconic Red Gate, which has long been a symbol for prospective students to pass through, has remained closed for the past three years, leaving many students unable to experience walking through it.

Japan is famous for having unique, fun, and very delicious vending machine food and this time I'm going to be doing a Japanese vending machine food tour for 30 hours! (Strictly Dumpling)

Electric Vehicles (EVs) are currently facing both tailwinds and headwinds. We’ve investigated the strategies of popular Chinese manufacturers and the Japanese players that are fighting back.

Under Prime Minister Ishiba’s new economic policy, termed "Ishibanomics," what will happen to prices, wages, and ultimately, our daily lives? Ishiba's unusual remarks on interest rates have caused stock market volatility, leaving many to question the future direction of the government's economic policies.

A man who was placed on the public wanted list Thursday is suspected of playing a key role in a series of robberies in Tokyo and Saitama.

SoftBank Group's Chairman and CEO, Masayoshi Son, spoke on the 3rd about the significant advancements in OpenAI's latest foundation model, 'o1,' which powers ChatGPT.

The prestigious American magazine 'TIME' has selected actress Anna Sawai as one of this year’s '100 Next.'

Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications is set to introduce new mobile phone numbers starting with '060,' possibly as early as December, marking the first addition of a new number in 11 years.

Bankruptcies of yakiniku restaurants in Japan have surged to a record pace this year, largely due to the rising costs of imported beef fueled by the prolonged depreciation of the yen.

A new method of romance scamming, where money is extracted through sweet talk, is leaving hapless victims with a bitter taste.

Japan's new Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru on Tuesday highlighted his priorities in his first news conference after taking office. They include political reform, revising a major agreement with an ally and getting the public's mandate. (NHK)

China’s National Day holiday, known as "Golden Week," began on the 1st of this month, drawing many Chinese tourists to Japan, which ranked as the most popular overseas travel destination this year.

In Japanese business culture, a 'playing manager' refers to a manager who oversees the team while also performing as a front-line player. This role is commonly assumed in the mid-managerial phase, often at the section chief level, where the experience and knowledge gained significantly impact the individual's career trajectory.

SoftBank Group is advancing its investment in artificial intelligence (AI) by making AI the core of its strategy. According to U.S. media reports, SoftBank Vision Fund, an investment fund under the SoftBank Group, has agreed to invest in OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT.

Yukan Fuji will end more than half a century of serving as a prominent voice in Japan's evening news landscape, with declining print sales ultimately leading to the decision to cease publication.

Japan has one of the most robust online economies in the world, but it's also a country that uses social media the least.