News On Japan
October 16, 2024
The 'Prefectural Attractiveness Ranking,' which started in 2009, marked its 16th edition in 2024, with competition for the bottom rank a hot topic. This year, Ibaraki Prefecture, which ranked last in 2023, moved up two spots, overtaking Saitama Prefecture.
Image of Ibaraki Escapes Last Place in Attractiveness Ranking

As thick morning fog lifted, sunlight streamed through the distant mountain ranges, revealing Echizen Ono Castle perched above a sea of clouds, built over 400 years ago by a close aide to Oda Nobunaga.

A recent survey conducted by Japan’s Sports Agency has highlighted a lack of exercise among teenage boys and girls, as well as women in their 30s and 40s.


SOCIETY | October 16, 2024
The 'Nada Kenka Festival,' renowned for its fierce clashes between portable shrines, took place in Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture, attracting large crowds of spectators.
Image of Shrines Clash at 'Nada Kenka Festival'

What happened to cause over 100 people to gather at a railroad crossing in the middle of the night? Even after the barrier dropped and the alarm rang, people remained inside the crossing.

Japan has one of the lowest homelessness rates in the world, with less than 0.003% of its population living on the streets. This is a testament to the country's robust social programs and unique cultural approach to addressing homelessness. (Drew Binsky)

Are you currently dating anyone? What does love mean to you? (Asian Boss)


Japan's Streets are PACKED With Tourists, Over Tourism is running WILD! Or is it really? There has been a lot of news recently about this growing problem in Japan, but what is the reality on the ground in one of Japan's most popular cities, Kyoto? (Inaka Adventure)
Image of The TRUTH About OVERTOURISM in Japan

Kayabuki Village in Kyoto Prefecture is home to 39 thatched-roof houses, selected as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings by the Japanese government.

石苔亭いしだ SEKITAITEI ISHIDA: Japanese inns are known for their polite service, but the hospitality here was truly exceptional. (It's Time to Travel / 旅する時間)

I'm taking both the Ordinary and Green cars on the Tokaido Shinkansen between Tokyo and Osaka. I'm trying out the new service in the Green car. (Solo Travel Japan)

Every autumn, the Kishiwada Danjiri Festival is held, and this time we’re taking a historical tour of the festival’s key sites!


The second part of the two-part series, Muroi Shinji: The One Who Continues to Live, will be released on November 15th.
Image of Muroi Shinji: The One Who Continues to Live | Preview

In this video, we continue to highlight some of the young talent in the kabuki world. (Kabuki In-Depth)

In today's video, we discuss Dragon Ball Sparking Zero. (Lady Decade)

A new adventure unfolds on Future Island 'Egghead,' home to the lab of genius scientist Dr. Vegapunk. What awaits the Straw Hat crew there? (Netflix Anime)

In the latest TV anime 'Re:Zero - Starting Life in Another World' titled 'The Icy-Flame's Conclusion,' Subaru's life was suddenly taken without understanding why, at the hands of Sin Archbishop of the Witch Cult who appeared at the Time-Limited Tower.


Did you know that persimmons becomes 'meltingly sweet' when heated?

At the Naniwa Juvenile Detention Center in Ibaraki City, Osaka, around 50 young people, aged 15 to 20, are held for various offenses such as theft, robbery, and assault.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Third Round AFC Asian Qualifier, Australia v Japan, at Saitama Stadium 2002 on Tuesday 15 October. (Football Australia)

One of Asia’s largest exhibitions featuring the latest IT technologies, 'CEATEC,' kicked off today. This year, the focus is on AI technologies aimed at solving societal challenges, accounting for nearly half of the exhibits.


BUSINESS | October 16, 2024
BookOff Group Holdings has announced the findings of an investigation into fraudulent activities, including fictitious buybacks, uncovered at stores nationwide. The total loss amounts to Y68 million.
Image of BookOff Group Reports Y68 Million Loss Due to Fraudulent Purchases

The 90th Paris Motor Show has opened, showcasing a significant presence from Chinese EV manufacturers as the European Union imposes additional tariffs. This year, no major Japanese manufacturers participated.

A ranking of business terms that are often misunderstood by younger employees has sparked discussion. Are you using phrases that might not be understood by the younger generation without even realizing it?

Japan Post has revealed that approximately 1.55 million customers' data from their postal savings accounts were improperly used for sales of insurance products by Japan Post Insurance without obtaining consent.

U-NEXT Holdings announced its consolidated financial results for the year ending August 2024 on October 10th, reporting a sales increase of approximately 18% to 326.7 billion yen, while net profit rose by about 40% to 15.3 billion yen, marking strong gains in both revenue and profit.