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An expert panel of Japan's education ministry has put together new draft guidelines for expanding the use of generative artificial intelligence at schools. (NHK)

Winter break will begin on December 24th. On December 23rd, many public elementary schools in Osaka City held their closing ceremonies.

Hi, this is Shibasaki! In today’s video, I’m bringing a kitten to life on paper with watercolor magic. The highlight is the kitten’s sparkling, galaxy-like eyes—don’t miss the moment they come to life! Through unique blending, splashing, and bleeding techniques, you’ll see how watercolors can create a truly enchanting effect. (Watercolor by Shibasaki)

A wedding project led by high school students is gaining attention. Named Yacchae Bridal, this initiative involves third-year high school students planning and producing weddings as part of their coursework.

Four teenagers in Nara Prefecture, aged 14 to 18, have been arrested on suspicion of driving without licenses.

Long ago in Japan’s biggest pleasure quarters, there was a beautiful courtesan with a strange name. Other ladies of pleasure chose elegant, poetic names like Evening Mist and Spring Meadow, but this lady called herself Jigoku, or Hell. (Linfamy)

The rise of dual-income households has brought attention to PTA outsourcing services, offering new solutions to the challenges faced by working parents.

An international survey shows Japanese students are maintaining high overall levels of academic ability in mathematics and science. (NHK)