After trying the most viral foods in Tokyo, this time Shizuka is on a mission to eat ONLY convenience store foods (or known for short in Japanese as “konbini”) within 24 HOURS! From 7-Eleven, Lawson to Family Mart… which one could possibly have the best food? (Japan by Food)

Empress Masako has completed her annual silkworm-rearing duties at the Imperial Palace, a tradition passed down through generations of empresses since the Meiji era.

The long-running Marunouchi TOEI movie theater in Tokyo’s Ginza district, a beloved venue directly operated by major film studio Toei since its opening in 1960, closed its doors on Sunday.

In Japan’s high-priced real estate market, a new service has emerged that aims to uncover overlooked and undervalued properties. The target: the 99% of real estate on Earth that remains largely untapped.

The startup scene in Japan has grown significantly in the last ten years. Specifically, it has been drawing more and more funding, technological advancement, and, as a result, global attention.

A total of 130 kilograms of trash was collected in a spirited competition in Tokyo on July 26th, as participants raced to pick up garbage in the Tokyo qualifier for "SpoGOMI," a sport that turns litter collection into a team-based contest.

Tokyo Metropolitan Police have arrested two additional suspects in connection with the prolonged confinement and assault of a business associate, bringing new developments to a case that has already led to the arrest of a construction company president.

From spring 2026, passengers will be able to ride the entire Tokyo Metro network using contactless payments via credit cards or smartphones, without the need for tickets or transit IC cards.

Japan’s average life expectancy in 2023 saw a slight decline for women and remained unchanged for men, according to figures released by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare.

Isawa Onsen in Yamanashi Prefecture, once known as the "inner sanctum" of the Tokyo metropolitan area for its popularity among group travelers from the capital, is undergoing a quiet transformation. Easily accessible from Tokyo in about 90 minutes by express train, the area has long been home to traditional ryokan inns with Japanese-style architecture and koi-filled courtyards. However, many of these ryokan are now under new ownership, with a significant portion—an estimated one-fourth—believed to be controlled by foreign capital, mainly from China.

Takahiro Yasuno, an AI engineer and head of the newly formed political party Team Mirai, has won his first seat in the House of Councillors after the party secured over 2% of the vote in the proportional representation segment of the July election. The result marks a notable entry into national politics by a startup-oriented, tech-driven platform.

KADOKAWA is ramping up its global content strategy by spotlighting "wordless manga"—a genre that tells stories entirely through images, eliminating language barriers and appealing to a worldwide audience.

The theme park "Junglia Okinawa" opened on July 25th in Nakijin Village, Okinawa Prefecture. Set amidst lush natural surroundings, the park offers a sense of openness and adventure, featuring 22 attractions including the "Dinosaur Safari," where visitors can ride through the jungle while being chased by dinosaurs.

The AI Utilization Expo 2025 will take place on September 9th and 10th at the Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Trade Center's Hamamatsucho Hall, 5th floor.

A fire broke out in a 10-story apartment building in Higashi-Shinagawa, Tokyo, on the morning of July 24th, leaving six people with minor injuries. Authorities believe the blaze was triggered by a handheld fan that was charging at the time.

Japan's tallest wooden office building has been unveiled in Tokyo's Kyobashi district, jointly developed by Dai-ichi Life Insurance and Shimizu Corporation. The newly completed Dai-ichi Life Kyobashi Kino Terrace stands 12 stories tall at 56 meters and features a hybrid structure that combines timber and steel.

Japan’s Digital Minister Taira has expressed the need to consider legal measures in response to potential foreign interference in elections through disinformation campaigns on social media.

Filmed in the late 1980s, this report analyzes Japan's economic, financial, and industrial situation vis-a-vis the West. A look back at the final years of the Showa Era and the new challenges that were already looming on the horizon. (TRNGL)

A Chinese national enrolled in a graduate program at Kyoto University has been re-arrested for taking the TOEIC exam under another person's name, the Tokyo Metropolitan Police announced.

Japan's Public Security Intelligence Agency has officially recognized for the first time that the son of former death row inmate Shoko Asahara is in a leadership role within Aleph, the successor group to the Aum Shinrikyo cult.

Marking the 30th anniversary of Marine Day as a national holiday, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines opened a massive automobile carrier to the public in Tokyo on July 21st. Measuring roughly 200 meters in length, the vessel runs on liquefied natural gas (LNG) and can transport about 7,000 vehicles.

In the Upper House election held on Sunday, veteran politician Muneo Suzuki, who ran under the banner of a "final battle," made a dramatic turnaround that surprised even his supporters.

The Nikkei Stock Average opened at 39,864 yen on July 22nd, up 45 yen from the previous session, marking the first trading day after the Upper House election. The index subsequently climbed more than 400 yen at one point, recovering the psychologically significant 40,000-yen level.

Voter turnout in the July 20th Upper House election rose significantly, with the nationwide average reaching 58.51%, up 6.46 points from the previous election's 52.05%, according to figures released by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications.

Planning a trip to Japan sounds dreamy until you're knee-deep in browser tabs, comparing train schedules and wondering if squeezing in both Kyoto and Hakone is even feasible.