Minecraft isn't just a game where you can let your imagination and creativity run wild; it can also be used to demonstrate real-world projects, or at least that is what Japan's government appears to be doing. (tweaktown.com)

As street dance reaches fever pitch in the lead up to the 2024 Paris Olympics with the inclusion of breakdancing, one of Japan's largest street dance events was held in Yoyogi Park, Shibuya, Tokyo.

Japan’s biggest defense company, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI), has outlined plans for future growth through development investment in new major national defense projects, including standoff missiles and a joint next-generation fighter program with Britain and Italy. (The Diplomat)

When you think of Nintendo, you tend to think of family-friendly gaming. You think of Link and Mario and sunshine and smiley stars. The word “adult” doesn’t likely come up when you ponder games on Switch, but that’s seemingly about to change. (kotaku.com)

Minecraft bukan hanya sebuah permainan di mana Anda dapat menyalurkan imajinasi dan kreativitas Anda; permainan ini juga dapat digunakan untuk mendemonstrasikan proyek-proyek di dunia nyata, atau begitulah yang tampaknya dilakukan oleh pemerintah Jepang. (tweaktown.com)

Russians continue to be the worst offenders among cars with foreign diplomatic number plates when it comes to not paying off parking fines in Japan.

BBC telah memasukkan seorang mantan anggota Pasukan Bela Diri Jepang yang berbicara tentang kekerasan seksual ke dalam daftar tahunan 100 wanita untuk tahun 2023. (NHK)

Japan’s three biggest chemical companies are seeing their earnings suffer from a slump in basic chemicals. All three experienced a sharp drop in profits in the first half of fiscal 2023, which ended Sept. 30, and one of them, Sumitomo Chemical, is forecasting a loss of $655 million for the full fiscal year. (acs.org)

As Kyoto's autumn foliage reaches its peak, swarms of tourists have converged on the ancient capital, captivated by stunning displays like Wednesday evening's illumination at Kiyomizu Temple.

A wild boar that ran riot in a school in northern Japan on Thursday, smashing windows and frightening students and parents, is still on the loose in a residential area in Sendai, with local police receiving about 20 reports.

The first-ever competition to determine the world's best at trash collection has been held, with representatives from 21 countries gathering in Tokyo.

Fukuoka, located on the island of Kyushu, is arguably one of Japan’s best cities for food lovers! Join Shizuka as she continues her tasty tour of Fukuoka by checking out a selection of the best food stops in town. (Japan by Food)

Beberapa Perusahaan di Tokyo menggunakan sebuah cara yang unik untuk mengatasi stres di tempat kerja. (NDTV)

Streets littered with heaps of garbage, even spilling onto the opposite sidewalks, have become a pressing issue in Kamata, Tokyo, where local eateries line the streets.

Tokyo offices are experiencing an unconventional approach to ease workplace stress. At a cost of 7,900 yen, roughly ₹ 4,400, people in Japan can access the services of Ikemeso Danshi, providing attractive companions referred to as "Handsome Weeping Boys." (ndtv.com)

A Japanese health ministry panel on Tuesday decided to ban HHCH, a synthetic cannabinoid, from Dec. 2 after many people who consumed gummies containing the compound had to go to the hospital. (Kyodo)

In 2024, the Japanese government aims to mandate tuberculosis tests for individuals from six countries seeking to enter Japan for over three months. (visaguide.world)

Japanese chip materials maker Resonac (4004.T) said on Wednesday it will set up a research and development centre for advanced semiconductor packaging and materials in Silicon Valley. (Reuters)

Japan's weather officials predict warmer-than-normal temperatures and less snow across the country in its three-month-period forecast of December through February. (NHK)

The BBC has included a former member of Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force who spoke out about sexual violence within her unit in its annual list of 100 women for 2023. (NHK)

Mulai tahun 2024, pemerintah Jepang akan mewajibkan tes tuberkulosis bagi orang-orang dari enam negara yang ingin memasuki Jepang selama lebih dari tiga bulan. (VISAGUIDE.WORLD)

From manga artists to independent taxi drivers, Japanese freelancers and small businesses frustrated with the potential loss of a tax break are among the growing numbers pushing down Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s approval rating to record lows. (Business Mirror)

Mangaka hingga sopir taksi lepas, pekerja lepas, dan usaha bisnis kecil-kecilan merasa frustasi dengan adanya potensi hilangnya keringanan pajak termasuk di antara jumlah yang terus bertambah, sehingga hal tersebut menekan Perdana Menteri Fumio Kishida untuk menurunkannya ke level terendah. (BUSINESS MIRROR)

North Korea's space agency says the country has launched a rocket carrying a military reconnaissance satellite and put it successfully into orbit. (NHK)

In the crowded halls of the Nishi-Achiyama Kannon-in Temple in Okayama City, men, completely devoid of clothing, press tightly against each other. This is the famous "Naked Festival."