The Taiheiyo Shiranui Orchestra is set to release their first-ever greatest hits album, "Rock de Naoshi Best," in celebration of their 20th anniversary. The band, self-proclaimed as "Japan's number one rock band," disbanded in 2015 but reunited in 2018.

In the late-night broadcast of "Witness Variety Anta Watchman!" on TV Asahi on Tuesday, comedian Natsuko Yokozawa, who is also a mother of three, appeared and shared a touching episode from a location shoot she experienced while pregnant, which has garnered a significant response.

The official trailer for the documentary film "Volunteering for Fools," which delves into the punk band The Swanky's, has been released. The film features extensive interviews with The Swanky's members—vocalist WATCH, bassist TV, guitarist LOODS, and drummer BEER—unraveling the history of their encounters, the truth behind their renaming to GAI, and more, alongside precious footage from the time.

Starting in April, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism has compiled a draft operational policy for the introduction of "ridesharing," where private drivers use their own vehicles to transport passengers for a fee.

In response to the surge in online shopping and the anticipated "2024 problem," Japan Airlines (JAL) has unveiled the interior of its newly introduced cargo aircraft, marking the company's first foray back into dedicated freighters in 13 years.

The Japanese government is set to establish a specialized agency for the safety assessment of Artificial Intelligence (AI), known as the "AI Safety Institute," by next week, as revealed through interviews with relevant parties.

For the first time in two years, Japan's current account surplus has rebounded to the 20 trillion yen range over the last year, thanks to a decrease in oil prices leading to reduced import costs.

A sperm whale has made a rare appearance in Osaka Bay, estimated to be 12 meters long and weighing around 20 tons, believed to be male. First spotted on January 12th in Hyogo Prefecture, the whale has since moved to Osaka Prefecture, currently staying near the Sakai-Semboku Port area.

Nintendo announced on Wednesday that its net profit for April to December last year surged by 17.9% to a record 408 billion yen, bolstered by the depreciating yen which expanded its earnings.

In December 2023, Nippon Steel reached an agreement to acquire American steel giant US Steel in a deal worth 2 trillion yen. However, opposition has emerged from labor unions and former President Donald Trump. Unions claim that President Biden has also expressed opposition to the acquisition, potentially making it a topic of discussion in the November presidential election and increasing the headwinds facing Nippon Steel.

The Okinawa Urban Monorail, known as "Yui Rail," is the only monorail in Okinawa. While it's enjoyable to ride it as a mode of transportation, the "stunning views of Okinawa" from the train windows come highly recommended. Let me, a local resident, take you on a journey aboard the Yui Rail to these beautiful spots.

As China's Spring Festival approaches, the phenomenon known as "explosive buying," which dominated discussions before the pandemic, is giving way to a trend in inbound consumption that places greater value on experiences over material goods. This shift towards "experience consumption" indicates a changing landscape in tourist behavior.

A dog has attacked 12 individuals in a park in Isezaki, Gunma Prefecture, including elementary school students. The attacking dog, identified as a Shikoku breed, is believed to have escaped from its owner's residence.

The "Light of the Swallowtail Butterfly" has been designated as Japan's first World Night View Heritage site. Over the past three years, ten sites, including the breathtaking views of Monaco, have been recognized as World Night View Heritages.

Since June 2019, Isobe has been creating works that express the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through clay animation videos. This weekend, a solo exhibition "Marumushi Shoten Isobe's Clay Animation World" by Marumushi Shoten's Isobe will be held at LAUGH & PEACE ART GALLERY OSAKA.

Convenience stores have become increasingly popular for their diverse and satisfying meal options. However, if you choose poorly, you might end up with a lunch that can lead to weight gain. A registered dietitian offers advice on how to select a balanced convenience store lunch and highlights options that are more and less likely to contribute to weight gain.

Once, the terminus of the Tokyu Toyoko Line on the Yokohama side was Sakuragicho Station. It has been exactly 20 years since the section between Yokohama Station and Sakuragicho Station was discontinued on January 31, 2004, due to the start of direct operations with the Yokohama Minatomirai Line. At the same time, the section between Higashi-Hakuraku Station and Yokohama Station was also moved underground.

Shino Kawahara's new series "Our Polyrythm" debuts in the March issue of Monthly Princess, released Tuesday, February 6th, by Akita Shoten. As the vocalist of a band, Natsuoki has been passionate about music and enjoys being part of a band. However, he has led a life where finding the right members to stick with has always been a challenge.

As travel demand rebounds, ANA Holdings has unveiled the first aircraft of its new international brand "AirJapan," set to begin operations on Friday, February 9. ANA Holdings, parent company of All Nippon Airways and low-cost carrier Peach, introduces AirJapan as the third brand in its international flight segment.

With the Chinese New Year, the Spring Festival, fast approaching this weekend, Japan is seeing an increase in the number of tourists visiting. On Chinese social media, Aomori Prefecture's official account has reached an astonishing 1.3 million followers, surpassing the population of the prefecture itself. This popularity has made Aomori a hot topic among travel enthusiasts.

Dengan langkah inovatif untuk mengatasi kekurangan tenaga kerja dan meningkatkan efisiensi operasional, FamilyMart akan memperkenalkan robot multifungsi di 300 toko di seluruh negara pada akhir bulan ini.

In a bid to astonish the world, an exceptionally unique pair of earrings has become the center of attention on social media. Known as "Traffic Light Earrings," these innovative accessories have captivated users, leading to an overwhelming demand that has left the creator astounded by the unexpected popularity.

In Tokyo's upscale sushi establishments and resorts in Nagano Prefecture, we've observed foreign tourists sparing no expense to revel in the luxuries that Japan offers during the winter season. Their fascination with Japan takes them on journeys filled with indulgence, from dining at high-end sushi bars to enjoying the lavish amenities of snowy resorts.

In Miyazaki City, where the professional baseball team Yomiuri Giants are holding their training camp, pitcher Shosei Togo, who has been named the opening day starter, entered the bullpen for the third time on the 6th, the first day of the second phase of the camp, to test the feel of a new pitch he is working to master.

Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress, along with their daughter, Princess Aiko, were briefed on the Noto Peninsula earthquake at their residence on Tuesday afternoon.