An elderly man, who lost his wife to cancer, survives on a monthly income of only 45,000 yen. We take a close look at his "real life" on the day he receives his pension.

During his visit to France, Prime Minister Kishida, as chair at the OECD Ministerial Council, declared his commitment to removing employment barriers facing women and the elderly.

A giant water column erupted Thursday near Gion in Kyoto, possibly due to a burst water pipe, exceeding the height of a four-story building.

Nagano Prefecture's Shiga Kogen is bustling with spring skiers, with significant snow remaining at the Yokoteyama-Shibutoge Ski Resort in Yamanouchi Town.

A new cruise ship terminal has been completed at Tempozan in Osaka, and it was unveiled to the press on May 2nd.

"Dear Friends of the Omuro Family" will premiere in theaters on June 21, 2024. Set against the backdrop of an ordinary day that quickly spirals into emotional chaos, the story centers on the Omuro sisters: Hanako, Sakurako, and Nadako.

Media reports say US President Joe Biden has blamed Japan's economic troubles on xenophobia while arguing that the US economy is growing because it accepts immigrants. (NHK)

A consortium led by Mitsui Fudosan, selected to redevelop the former Tsukiji Market site, revealed at a press conference held in Tokyo on May 1st, plans to invest 900 billion yen in creating a multi-purpose stadium capable of accommodating 50,000 people.

Atami, one of Japan's premier hot spring destinations, is witnessing a full-fledged revival. Land prices in the area have increased by 13%, and there's a surge in new eateries opening their doors. Inquiries for resort condominiums built during the bubble era have risen by 1.5 times.

The film "Detective Conan: The $1 Million Pentagram" has achieved a miraculous collaboration with "The Return of Dangerous Detective"! This partnership brings together the unmatched deductive genius of Detective Conan and the wildly unconventional investigative antics of the Dangerous Detectives.

Mai Watanabe, 25, who operated under the alias "Itadakijoshi Riri-chan (Riri the sugar baby)" has filed an appeal after being sentenced to nine years in prison and fined 8 million yen for defrauding three men of over 150 million yen.

Mayor Ryosuke Takashima of Ashiya City, Hyogo Prefecture, has completed one year in office as the youngest mayor in history. In an interview, Mayor Takashima stated, "Executing policies is the critical theme for my second year."

In Kyoto's Arashiyama, the blue maple trees at the Yusai-tei Art Gallery have reached their peak viewing period. Visitors are enjoying the fresh greenery visible through the gallery's unique circular windows, as well as scenes reflected in the polished tables and water-filled water mirrors.

After a five-year hiatus, Haruna Hori stars in the movie "Sumiko 22," a drama that humorously portrays the internal conflicts of a woman in her twenties, based on director Sawako Fukuoka's own experiences.

In this video, we will cover everything there is to know about IC Cards, what they are, how to use them and cover some of the issues you could encounter with them. (japan-guide.com)

A new idol group named 'UMATENA' has been formed, marking the first of its kind at a local racetrack in Tosu, Saga Prefecture.

The Nikkei average stock price fell on May 1st due to concerns that the start of US rate cuts might be delayed. In the morning, the decline exceeded 300 yen at one point.

A new bypass road has opened on the coast uplifted by the Noto Peninsula earthquake in Ishikawa Prefecture's Wajima City.

Scheduled to air on May 5th, the 1103rd episode of "ONE PIECE" titled "Bring Back My Father! Bonnie's Fleeting Wish!" delves into a deeply emotional arc.

As demand for sake rebounds both domestically and internationally, a major shortage of sake bottles has prompted a leading food wholesaler to begin selling the beverage in cans instead of bottles.

Tenri City in Nara Prefecture has opened a "dedicated desk" to handle complaints that were traditionally managed within schools.

The renovation of a bridge on the Tomei Expressway, which has been in use for over fifty years, has successfully utilized virtual space simulation to reduce both the number of workers and working hours.

At just 18 years old, female driver Juju Noda, known in the racing world as "Juju," is making waves in the All Japan Super Formula Championship, where races often exceed speeds of 300 km/h. Noda's dream is to compete in Formula One and become the first woman to win an F1 race.

May is right around the corner, and so are T・P BON, Garouden: The Way of the Lone Wolf, and My Oni Girl! Premiering on Netflix this month. (Netflix Anime)

"Blue Archive: The Animation" is a TV anime adaptation of the popular mobile game "Blue Archive." The anime is set in the expansive, fictional city of Kivotos—a massive academy city composed of thousands of schools.