The U.S. State Department has announced that Rina Gonoi, who exposed sexual abuse within the Japan Self-Defense Forces, will be awarded this year's "International Women of Courage Award."

The budget committee of the House of Representatives, which continued its deliberations until Saturday, has approved the budget proposal for the fiscal year 2024 in the afternoon with a majority vote from the ruling parties, the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and Komeito.

Fast Retailing, the company behind Uniqlo, held an early entrance ceremony on the 1st of March.

Family restaurant chain Coco's will once again welcoming the arrival of spring with four new items, including the "Berry Good! Spring Strawberry Parfait," which showcases the sweet and tangy flavor of strawberries complemented by milky desserts such as white chocolate pudding.

A recent legal change now allows individuals to obtain family registry certificates at any municipal office, not just their registered domicile.

Corporate briefings for students graduating in the coming spring have commenced, marking the start of the job-hunting season.

February 29th is known as "Amicable Divorce Day" in Japan, a leap year day, when some couples choose to have a "divorce ceremony" to mark their separation.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda, attending the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors meeting, expressed caution about an early revision of the massive easing measures, stating that the 2% inflation target is not yet within sight.

Seniors in Japan are buzzing with excitement over a fictional commercial on YouTube that advertises iPhones in a "Showa" retro style.

The first volume of "The World's Only Job Changing Master – The Job Hopper Who Decided to Master Every Job in Another World," was released Friday, featuring Tsukasa, the protagonist who has lives as a job hopper, constantly changing jobs for career advancement and traversing various companies.

The grass may always seem greener on the other side. Despite the potential challenges that others may face, it's human nature to look at someone else and think, "I wish I had that."

In the late-night broadcast of "Midnight Forest" on February 27th, aired by Nippon Television Network, announcer Asami Miura expressed her genuine feelings about the common dilemma of giving souvenirs at the workplace, which resonated strongly with viewers.

The long-awaited release date for "FF7 Rebirth" has finally arrived. To help you get started on the epic journey of Cloud and his companions, this article will introduce some early-game tips.

Celebrating the 25th anniversary of her debut last December, Hikaru Utada is set to appear on NHK General's 'NHK MUSIC SPECIAL'. The program's official website is currently soliciting questions for Utada.

Kao and Earth Corporation have announced the overseas release of a new insecticide that wets the surface of mosquitoes' wings and drops them instantly.

The "Desirable Cities Ranking" announced on the 28th highlights cities with the best cost-performance, with Kita-Senju standing out.

Actress and singer Kyoko Koizumi, affectionately known as KyonKyon, appeared as a paper guest on the late-night broadcast of "Kami to Samaazu" (TV Tokyo) on the 27th. The 58-year-old shared candid details about her current lifestyle, surprising the show's hosts and long-time KyonKyon fans, Samaazu's Otake Kazuki and Mimura Masakazu.

Phoenixx has announced the latest information on the venue map, additional programs, event details, and more for the "TOKYO INDIE GAMES SUMMIT 2024," which will be held on March 2-3.

Nadeshiko Japan has secured their ticket to Paris with gritty, united team play.

Princess Aiko, the eldest daughter of Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako, is considering visiting the Ise Grand Shrine in Mie Prefecture at the end of next month, making it her first solo visit to the shrine, according to sources.

A growing number of young people are unaware of their blood type, in many cases because it wasn't tested at birth, whereas in the past, it was an essential indicator for horoscopes and compatibility checks.

With the Tokyo Marathon approaching on March 3rd, Asics, the official partner of the event, has issued an apology on its website.

Toyota Motor Corporation's domestic sales in January decreased by 13.7% compared to the previous year, totaling 112,425 units, marking the first year-on-year decline in 13 months.

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani has announced his marriage to a Japanese woman on his Instagram.

In the taxi industry, the rapid increase in female drivers and part-time working moms, coupled with the resurgence of inbound travel and widespread use of taxi apps, has expanded demand and made drivers highly sought after.