The results of Japan's National Achievement Survey for elementary and junior high school students have been announced, revealing that the longer students spend watching social media and videos, the lower their test scores tend to be.

The phenomenon of 'self-neglect,' where individuals abandon their own care, is on the rise, particularly among young people in Japan. This includes neglecting essential activities such as eating and bathing. A closer look into the situation reveals the stark reality.

In response to a surge in bear sightings across Japan, it has been revealed that sightings in Tokyo have exceeded 200 incidents. Consequently, the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department conducted a 'bear repellent training' session.

Starting from the 27th, Nippon TV is hosting 'NTV Kids Week,' focusing on various themes related to children. On the 27th, the spotlight was on education and generative AI. We investigated strategies for children to use AI effectively.

The first Japan Women's Go League opened at the Nihon Ki-in in Tokyo on July 27th. Established as a commemorative project for the 100th anniversary of the Nihon Ki-in, this league features female players divided into five teams who compete once a month over the course of a year. This marks the first official team competition in Japan.

In a recent "2+2" meeting in Tokyo, Japanese and US foreign and defense ministers condemned China for attempting to reshape the international order for its own benefit.

A recent survey on corporate awareness of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) has revealed that the proportion of companies actively engaged in these efforts has reached an all-time high.

Tokyo's summer tradition, the Sumida River Fireworks Festival, was held on Saturday night, drawing approximately 910,000 people to the Asakusa area, where strict security measures were enforced.

Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare have announced the average life expectancy for Japanese people last year, with women having an average life expectancy of 87.14 years, and men 81.09 years, both about half a month higher than the previous year.

The impact of rising prices is being felt at summer festivals, with essential items like ice shavings and goldfish scooping seeing significant price increases.

Temp job matching service 'Timee' has gone public on the Tokyo Stock Exchange amidst increasing labor shortages and diversified work styles.

A video of Taro Yasufuku, a new announcer at TV Yamanashi, dancing in a suit has gone viral on social media, surpassing 1.7 million views.

Theft of air conditioner outdoor units has surged as Japan's heatwave continues, leaving some businesses unable to run critical cooling systems.

In Japan, foreign tourists are flocking to unexpected locations, with some spots reporting that 90% of their visitors are from overseas. A closer look reveals why these places, often unnoticed by locals, are drawing such attention.

Starting in October, the Japanese government will introduce a new support measure aimed at addressing the logistics industry's labor shortage, known as the "2024 Problem," by offering up to 5 yen in points per delivery for using services like "Leave Delivery," where packages are left at the door.

A manager of a men's concept cafe in Tokyo's Akihabara district has been arrested on suspicion of violating the Employment Security Act by introducing female customers to illegal men's massage parlors to pay off high bills.

A dinosaur fossil found in a stratum dating back approximately 110 million years (Early Cretaceous) in Tamba-Sasayama City, Hyogo Prefecture, has been identified as a new genus and species of the small carnivorous dinosaur family Troodontidae, which is closely related to birds.

A massive mural of siblings Hifumi and Uta Abe, who are set to compete in judo at the Paris Olympics and aim for consecutive gold medals, was unveiled on July 26 in their hometown of Kobe.

A hidden omakase sushi spot in one of Tokyo's most heavily trafficked hubs, that’s delicious and traditional, yet modern, young and tourist-friendly. That's Sushi Hajime. (Japan by Food)

A new product development platform, 'Imaginary Product Mall,' is set to launch, bridging the gap between consumers and small businesses.

Tokyo Japanese Food tour at Japan's newly created spot in Azabudai Hills. This is the full tour experience of this location just nestled between Kamiyacho and Roppongi-Itchome station, Azabudai Hills feels like a little modern garden city all of its own. (Paolo fromTOKYO)

Japan's total population stood at 124.88 million as of January 1 this year, a decrease of over 530,000 from the previous year, further accelerating the trend of a declining birthrate and aging population.

Osaka's Minami district, a prominent entertainment area in western Japan, is experiencing a significant shift in its host club industry. Every night, patrons and hosts engage in strategic interactions, but recently, a noticeable change has emerged: an influx of host clubs from Tokyo's Kabukicho district.

Convenience store giant Lawson was delisted from the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market on July 24, as it enters a joint management system with Mitsubishi Corporation and KDDI.

The national average minimum wage for this fiscal year has been set at 1,054 yen per hour, with the increase of 50 yen marking the largest ever.