As Japan enters the era of 100-year lifespans, attention is turning to ways to maintain a youthful appearance and healthy body without relying on costly treatments or devices. One growing trend is facial muscle training — a method of exercising the face to address sagging skin, wrinkles, and double chins, all without the use of tools or surgery.

Concerns are mounting over the discovery of illegal radio signals believed to originate from "fake base stations" mimicking cell towers in Tokyo and Osaka, with experts warning of the risk of personal data theft and potential fraud.

Four groups made up of civilians affected by the Pacific War—including victims of air raids, survivors of the Battle of Okinawa, and former foreign BC-class war criminals—held a parade in Tokyo on April 19th to raise awareness about the lack of support for war victims based on their civilian status or nationality.

Rapidus has begun operating a trial production line for cutting-edge 2-nanometer semiconductors this month at its plant in Chitose, Hokkaido. The launch marks a major milestone for Japan’s domestic semiconductor ambitions and has triggered a surge in land prices, new developments, and an influx of related companies into the city.

Japanese entertainment has become hugely popular around the world over time, winning over audiences with its unique mix of culture, storytelling, and creativity.

Japan has always played a key part in the gaming industry, thanks to major companies like Sony, Nintendo, and Sega. From early home consoles to advanced systems, these Japanese brands have pushed the industry forward with new technologies and unforgettable games.

Japanese astronaut Takuya Onishi has been appointed commander of the International Space Station (ISS), becoming the third Japanese to assume the role.

Kobe Airport has launched its first regular international charter flights since opening in 2006, connecting the city with five major Asian destinations—Incheon in South Korea, Taipei and Taichung in Taiwan, and Shanghai and Nanjing in China—with a total of 40 round-trip flights per week.

A major social media backlash is unfolding over a historic shrine in Kyoto City, prompting a barrage of angry messages including threats such as "I’ll curse you" and "I’ll beat you to death."

A new treatment for Parkinson's disease using iPS cells developed by Kyoto University has shown a certain level of effectiveness in clinical trials.

Scotland, a region of the United Kingdom known for Scotch whisky, held a business exchange event at the Osaka-Kansai Expo in an effort to deepen ties with Japan through its growing video game industry.

Balancing career and family is challenging for working mothers, with cultural pressures often leaving personal well-being overlooked.

In Japan, business cards are more than just a way to exchange contact information. They carry a deeper significance, reflecting a person's professionalism, respect, and attention to detail.

The MBTI personality assessment has become popular among Japanese youth as a tool for self-understanding and social interaction, reflecting a change toward individualism.

Japan's entertainment industry has always produced talented actors who captivate audiences at home and abroad. Now, a fresh wave of stars from Generation Z (born between 1997 and 2012) is taking over, becoming the new faces of Japanese movies and TV.

Japan's VTuber phenomenon changes the live streaming industry by blending technology, creativity, and anonymity. Originating with Kizuna AI in 2016, VTubers now thrive through agencies like Hololive and Nijisanji, influencing entertainment, advertising, and fandom.

For many visitors, Japan’s convenience stores—affectionately known as konbini—are a wonderland of unfamiliar snacks, perfectly packed bento boxes, and an air of almost surreal cleanliness. But while travelers often marvel at the variety and efficiency, the konbini holds a much deeper significance for locals.

With over 123 million residents, this island nation ranks as the 11th most populous country in the world. Its 47 prefectures offer everything from snowy mountains to tropical beaches, making timing crucial for travelers.

A factory that converts discarded tempura oil into jet fuel using a world-first method has officially begun full-scale operations in Tahara City, Aichi Prefecture.

Transportation of a 150-meter railway rail—the longest in the world—manufactured at a steelworks in Kitakyushu City, began on April 18th. The rail will be delivered to Hokkaido over the course of about four days for use in the Hokkaido Shinkansen extension project.

The Emperor sowed rice seeds on April 15th in a paddy near the Biological Laboratory on the Imperial Palace grounds, marking the start of this year's rice cultivation.

A fire broke out on April 14th at an abandoned ryokan in Hannan City, Osaka Prefecture, which has become known online as a "ghost spot." Authorities suspect arson, possibly by trespassers.

Hokkaido authorities held a countermeasure meeting with related agencies to discuss efforts to prevent bear-related damage, including the use of artificial intelligence to monitor bear populations.

As smartphones become a normal part of childhood, many Japanese families are struggling with when to give them to their children and how to set effective rules around their use.

The Japan Society for the Study of Obesity has issued a warning about the health risks of excessive thinness and poor nutrition among women, positioning what it calls 'women's underweight and malnutrition syndrome' as a newly recognized health condition.