A man has died after becoming trapped between a guardrail and a festival float that was being tested in Osaka.

Join me on a stroll around the magnificent Nagoya Castle! As we explore the stunning grounds and soak in the beauty of this historic landmark. (Shinichi's World)

Google has announced its commitment to advance AI development while ensuring safety, making Japan the second country after the United States to receive this pledge.

If a host want to earn a lot of money they have to deceive their customers, like many political parties. (Japanese Comedian Meshida)

The International Monetary Fund raised its forecasts for Japan’s growth and price gains, projecting that inflation in the world’s third largest economy will run much hotter than the Bank of Japan’s target over the next year. (Bloomberg)

The opposition Nippon Ishin Japan Innovation Party has decided to expel Suzuki Muneo, who recently visited Russia without submitting a prior notification and is believed to have made controversial remarks there. (NHK)

With the first-ever 'SpoGOMI' World Cup scheduled for Tokyo next month, a match was held in Shinjuku on Monday to determine the Japanese representative for the sport of picking up garbage.

A bill pending before the Saitama Prefectural Assembly that would have made it illegal for guardians to leave children unattended at home or let them play outside by themselves will be withdrawn following a public uproar. (Japan Times)

ABC TV "News Okaeri" announcer Taichi Yokoyama travels across Japan introducing SDGs initiatives and locations.

Today’s adventure takes Shizuka to Nihonbashi, located in Tokyo’s Chuo Ward. Here, she explores the world of shinisei. (Japan by Food)

One in 6.6 residents in Tokyo's Minato Ward, the highest-income ward in Japan, is a company president ("Shacho" / 社長), according to Tokyo Shoko Research.

Four people were attacked by a bear on Monday in a residential area in Akita, northeastern Japan, with the whereabouts of the animal currently unknown, local authorities said. (Kyodo)

Yakuzas are scary. Japan is scary. Well Japan is not scary really nvm. (Sora The Troll)

Argentina qualified for the quarter-finals of Rugby World Cup 2023 after coming through an epic encounter against Japan to claim the runner-up spot in Pool D at Stade de la Beaujoire in Nantes! (Rugby World Cup)

Six passengers, including infants, were injured when chemicals leaked from the luggage carried by passengers on the Tohoku Shinkansen train that arrived at JR Sendai Station.

Japan announced it would begin acquiring American Tomahawk cruise missiles in 2025, a year ahead of the initial schedule. (CRUX)

Japan is contemplating deploying F-35B stealth fighters and shore-based anti-ship missile units on Kyushu Island next year to bolster its defense capabilities, Jiji Press reported yesterday. (taipeitimes.com)

This is a cooking show by a Japanese mom and her daughter. Today we made Matcha parfait! (Kimono Mom)

A survey conducted by Japan Sports Agency has revealed a trend of declining physical fitness and exercise performance among women in their 40s.

Street drinking in Shibuya Ward, Tokyo, is on the rise and shows no signs of slowing down.

A tsunami advisory was temporarily issued for a wide area along Japan's Pacific coast on Monday morning, despite no earthquakes with a seismic intensity of 1 or higher being observed.

The wholesome McDonald’s Japan ad that had many praising its emphasis on family has already managed to accrue erotic artwork from Internet artists. (nichegamer.com)

This is why Japanese don’t like working with Foreigners. Let me explain, many foreigners misunderstand Japanese work culture and Japanese business culture. Even some that have experienced it firsthand, still don’t get it. (Paolo fromTOKYO)

Three bears that snuck into a tatami mat factory in northern Japan and holed up inside for nearly a day have been captured, town officials say. (AP)

We hope you enjoy a brief look at what life is like in a real yatai on Friday night in Tenjin Fukuoka. (Japanese food craftsman)