Record 196,000 students absent from school in Japan in fiscal 2020
Meanwhile, cases of bullying recognized by all schools, also including high schools and those for students with particular needs, fell by 95,333 in the year through March to 517,163, marking the first decline since fiscal 2013, according to the results of an education ministry survey.
Suicides among elementary, junior high and high school students increased by 98 to a record 415, 12 of which were due to bullying, the ministry said.
“While school closures in the spring of last year (due to the pandemic) disrupted the rhythm of life and caused truancy to increase, it also decreased opportunities for face-to-face interactions that lead to bullying,” the ministry said.
To prevent students from becoming too isolated, the government plans to expand counseling services at schools.
Of those who were absent from schools, a total of 30,287 students cited fear of infection. The ministry is working to improve support for online classes and ensure learning opportunities for all students.
Hiroshima schools offer choice of skirts and pants to female students
Japan Times - Oct 25
There is a growing trend among municipal junior high schools in the district of Aki, Hiroshima Prefecture, to offer female students a choice between skirts and a pair of pants for their uniforms.
Tantanmen | Spicy Sesame Ramen
Kimono Mom - Oct 24
Today we made Tantanmen, Spicy Sesame Noodles. It's easy to make with ingredients you can find anywhere in the world!
Anorexia cases up 60% among people younger than 20 in Japan
Japan Times - Oct 22
New anorexia cases among people younger than 20 in Japan grew 60% from the previous year in fiscal 2020 amid the novel coronavirus crisis, a survey by the National Center for Child Health and Development showed Thursday.
Rice Festival in Kyoto (1910) | BFI National Archive
BFI - Oct 21
Celebrations for the festival, including a Courtesans’ procession, the parade of mikoshi (portable shrines) and traditional theatre.
The Tokyo playground that's poppable, squishable and made from recycled bubble wrap
South China Morning Post - Oct 21
The Play! Museum in the Japanese city of Tachikawa has built a playground made entirely of recycled plastic, using mainly bubble wrap.
Caution advised after baby suffocates on bread
NHK - Oct 20
Consumer affairs officials in Japan are calling on parents to exercise caution following the death of a 10-month-old baby who suffocated on a bite-sized piece of bread.
Japanese School Children (1901) | BFI National Archive
BFI - Oct 19
In a school gymnastic festival, boys and girls demonstrate their physical rigour through exercise and dance.
A Productive Day in My Life in Japan as a Content Creator
rainbowholicTV - Oct 17
Hi everybody! Just sharing a productive day in my life here in Japan
This is How I Survive Disasters in Japan
akidearest - Oct 17
Hey friends, today I'm going to be talking to you guys about why I'm on the kitchen floor.
Record 196,000 students absent from school in Japan in fiscal 2020
Japan Times - Oct 14
A record 196,127 students at elementary and junior high schools across Japan were absent for 30 days or more in fiscal 2020 amid the coronavirus pandemic, an increase of 14,855 from the previous year, government data showed Wednesday.
Child suicides in Japan hit record high
NHK - Oct 14
Japan's education ministry says its latest annual survey shows the number of schoolchildren who killed themselves topped 400 for the first time.
How to Sound Like a Native Speaker from Tokyo (Casual Japanese)
Japanese Ammo with Misa - Oct 13
Are you interested in the Tokyo / Kanto dialect?
Teacher arrested over sexual assault in classroom
Japan Today - Oct 12
Police in Tokyo have arrested a 29-year-old elementary school teacher on suspicion of sexually assaulting a female student last year.
Japan has the lowest percentage of women studying science: OECD report
commentaryboxsports.com - Oct 11
The organization’s latest annual report shows that in 2019, Japan had the lowest percentage of women studying science among the 36 member countries of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development.
Mom's life in Japan | 24hours | Just Be Yourself
Kimono Mom - Oct 10
My name is Moe living in Tokyo. This is my, realistic day from the time I wake up in the morning until I go to bed.
Japanese Scams to Watch Out For
Paolo fromTOKYO - Oct 10
Popular Scams in Japan that you should watch out for, especially if you are living in Japan or planning to live in Japan.
