TOKYO, Oct 01 (News On Japan) - In preparation for the opening of the Hokuriku Shinkansen Kanazawa-Tsuruga section next March, welcome ceremonies were held Sunday at various train stations along the route.
The extension of the Hokuriku Shinkansen high-speed line, spanning 124 kilometers from Kanazawa to Tsuruga via Fukui, is scheduled to commence operations on March 16, 2024.
Nara's Asuka and Fujiwara Palaces have been officially recommended as a candidate for UNESCO's World Cultural Heritage list, with the goal of achieving registration at the World Heritage Committee meeting scheduled for the year after next.
University of Tokyo President Teruo Fujii revealed that the university is finalizing plans to raise undergraduate tuition fees by 20%, starting with students entering next academic year.
The ongoing debate over the legalization of separate surnames for married couples in Japan is a topic that has polarized both politicians and the public for over three decades.
Two Liberian men have been arrested on suspicion of stealing 34 million yen through a trick using copper particles plated with gold.
The Yokohama District Court on Monday sentenced a former manager of Bigmotor's Kawasaki branch to a fine of 200,000 yen for damaging public property by cutting azaleas in front of the store.
JR East has announced plans to introduce driverless operations on the Joetsu Shinkansen by the mid-2030s. Since 2021, JR East has been conducting trials aimed at realizing "driverless operations" where the train operates without a driver onboard.
The charm of Japanese antique markets lies in discovering rare items before they fade into obscurity. These markets have become a gathering spot for foreign treasure hunters, whose interest now surpasses that of Japanese collectors.
As Mount Fuji's climbing season nears its September 10 closure, rescue calls have surged, and fatalities have more than doubled compared to last year. Over 170,000 climbers have ascended this season, facing harsh weather conditions, including cold temperatures and altitude sickness.
A new Osaka Metro station, located nearest to the venue for the Osaka-Kansai Expo set to open in April next year, will begin operation on January 19.
When you think of Nagoya, you think of Nagoya Castle, built in 1615 by Tokugawa Ieyasu. So, we’ve come to the castle town. (It's Time to Travel)
Learn Japanese pitch-accent and pronunciation from my Patreon Series "Japanese Phonetics" (Dogen)
Planning a trip to Japan can be both exhilarating and overwhelming. From its bustling cities to its serene temples, Japan offers a diverse array of experiences that will leave you in awe.
Universal Studios Japan has begun its annual Halloween event, running from September 5 to November 4. This year, a new character has been introduced to protect visitors from the attacking zombies.
