Japanese crypto exchanges are set to tighten overseas remittance rules as part of efforts to prevent Bitcoin and other digital currencies from falling into the hands of criminal organizations. (NHK)

Japan's Prime Minister Kishida Fumio has reacted to the Russian President Vladimir Putin's announcement that his country's troops will conduct what he called a "special military operation" in eastern Ukraine. (NHK)

Dog ownership appears to be linked with a lower risk of disability in older people, according to new research. (iflscience.com)

From its origins in niche online music circles, the revival was amplified by YouTube's algorithm, which detects when a song is being liked and shared and recommends it worldwide. (ndtv.com)

In a recent study posted in the Research Square* preprint server, which is under consideration at the journal Scientific Reports, a team of researchers conducted a longitudinal survey in 11 Japanese prefectures to evaluate whether early closure of full-service restaurants and bars reduced the incidence and symptoms of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) during February 2021. (news-medical.net)

The surge of coronavirus infections in Japan has slowed, but deaths from the disease rose to a record 319 on Tuesday. More than 69,000 new cases were reported nationwide. (NHK)

The education ministry is stepping up the establishment of online learning environments for public elementary and junior high schools as the coronavirus pandemic continues. (Japan Times)

Emperor Naruhito, on the occasion of his 62nd birthday on Wednesday, called on people in Japan to keep "a fire of hope" burning in their hearts and support each other in the face of challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic. (Japan Today)

Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio has announced sanctions against Russia for its unilateral recognition of the independence of two regions in eastern Ukraine. (NHK)

From plastic to steel, some of Japan's top makers of industrial materials have ramped up efforts to achieve net-zero carbon dioxide emissions as their customers seek to cut CO2 across their entire supply chains. (Nikkei)

When I first started YouTube, there were no sexy YouTubers selling their breasts yet since there were not many idols or models starting YouTube yet. So I decided to do it looking like this... (Nobita from Japan)

Onsen and hot spring resorts with konyoku mixed-gender bathing facilities have been feeling the pinch of late, as customers become increasingly reticent about stripping off to take a dip with strangers. (the-japan-news.com)

Japan is battling pandemic fatigue, with concerns forced isolation is driving more young people into seclusion. (CNA)

Marketing and advertising in Japan can be quite challenging, but it's also incredibly rewarding. (newsonjapan.com)

Cat lovers in Japan are celebrating "Cat Day" on Tuesday, with some businesses joining in the festivities. (NHK)

One way to appreciate the national parks of Japan is to look at them through the philosophy of godai, or the “five elements”. (National Geographic)

The price of gold in Japan rose to its highest level ever on Monday, driven by what analysts say is a combination of geopolitical risk and worries over a weakening yen. (Nikkei)

Japan is considering requiring those who want a job in child care or education to submit proof that they are not convicted sex offenders, government officials said Monday, as parents have been calling for such a system amid growing cases of children being sexually abused by teachers and babysitters. (Kyodo)

A Japanese court on Tuesday ordered the state to compensate three people with disabilities over forced sterilization under the now-defunct eugenics protection law, awarding damages for the first time among similar suits filed across Japan. (Kyodo)

At an elevation of more than 6,000 feet near the top of a volcano exists a land of snow monsters. (GoNewsIndia)

Kanna stops time and learns a secret about her mother. ( Netflix Anime)

Japan's Prime Minister Kishida Fumio has strongly condemned Russia's recognition of the independence of two breakaway regions in eastern Ukraine. (NHK)

Police in Kyoto are warning young people not to respond to messages on social media that use slang and emoji — such as “broccoli” — to refer to marijuana and other illegal drugs. (Japan Times)

Prince Hisahito of Japan has been accused of plagiarism in an essay that had made headlines because of the award it brought to its author. (royalcentral.co.uk)

Teruhiko Saigo, who was one of the Big Three male singers of the Showa Era (1926-1989), died of prostate cancer at a Tokyo hospital Sunday morning. He was 75. (Japan Times)