Un-bear-able: Why Japan had to call in troops to tackle rising bear attacks

With 12 deaths reported across more than 100 bear-related attacks in Japan since April, the government on Wednesday deployed soldiers of the Self-Defense Forces (SDF) in the northern city of Kazuno to trap the animals. The move comes after a...

Need a mental boost? Try these 5 Japanese tricks to keep your brain sharp

If you are looking to enhance your memory and sharpen your mental skills, trying some tricks that have helped the Japanese achieve the same might be useful. For young and old people, keeping their mind sharp and alert can be a real challenge. But,...

Overview of Japan’s Defense Budget Request for Fiscal Year 2026

The following is an overview of Japan’s defense budget request for Fiscal Year 2026, issued by Japan’s Ministry of Defense. Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Request Basic Concept In the FY2026 Budget Request, marking the fourth year under the Defense...

'Myaku-Myaku,' 'kokokomai' among nominees for Japan's 2025 buzzword grand prix

The Osaka Expo's Myaku-Myaku mascot is seen in Osaka's Konohana Ward on Oct. 13, 2025. (Mainichi/Haruno Kosaka) TOKYO -- "Myaku-Myaku" -- the popular Osaka Expo mascot -- "Trump tariffs" and "kokokomai" ("old, old, old rice," referring to rice...

8 Best Used Japanese Sports Cars That Are Still Cheap And Fun

A while ago, we took a look at the cheapest, brand-new sports cars you can buy in the United States for less than $35K. And the number was pretty depressing, as sports coupe aficionados now have just four models to choose from. And this got us...

MVP Yoshinobu Yamamoto: Another Japanese Stirs Major League Baseball

このページを 日本語 で読む It certainly was a dramatic ending to a thrilling World Series. In the decisive seventh game of Major League Baseball's World Series, the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Toronto Blue Jays in extra innings in Toronto, thereby...

Your sport on TV this week: Shamrock Rovers v Cork City, Ireland face Japan and Premier League

Don’t Miss: The FAI Cup final takes place at the Aviva Stadium this Sunday with Shamrock Rovers going for the double while Cork City are in search of their first title since 2017. Watch all the action live on RTÉ 2. Set the Sky Box: Ireland are...

Tokyo all-you-can-eat senbei deal is perfect for newbies to the world of beloved Japanese snacks

Tourist-friendly Shibuya shopping center hosts senbei newcomer-friendly event, and it’s completely free! “All you can eat” is one of those deals that sounds great in theory, but usually also comes with a few catches that make the reality maybe not...

Indonesia becomes halal ramen test kitchen for Japanese companies

Food & Beverage Companies test pork-free offerings, hoping to tap Muslim demand abroad The company behind the Ippudo pork bone ramen chain is selling halal-certified chicken ramen at a new shop in Jakarta. (Photo by Tomoyoshi Oshikiri) MAYUNE...

Why Houjicha, not Matcha, is Japan’s most calming cup of tea

The roasting changes everything because it burns off most of the bitterness, strips down the caffeine, and adds a toasty, almost coffee-like aroma. You don’t drink houjicha to do things. You drink it to stop doing things. It’s the kind of tea that...

Takaichi tells Sanseito leader Japan will properly manage systems to accept foreign workers

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pledged Thursday to "properly operate" Japan's foreign worker programs, including by setting ceilings, as she faced questions in parliament from a populist party amid growing public concern over an influx of foreign...

Blackstone sees Japan's M&A market thriving despite tighter screening

‘You lose that and you lose some of the attack’ – Eddie Jones believes Japan will win as he points to Irish ‘weakness’

Ahead of the two teams meeting at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday, the former England and Australia boss believes Andy Farrell’s team are going through a transitional period following the retirement of key players.

Andy Farrell on team selection for Ireland v Japan

What my mate Joe Marler could do next after Traitors starring role: How he embarrassed me over a Japanese hot spring, cuddling piglets in Tokyo, why he owns a Bane mask, his talent for TV - and the shows he'd love to go on now

Joe Marler’s eyes have always twinkled in front of the camera. A man full of mischief, it was little surprise to see him holding his own on the BBC alongside the likes of Stephen Fry and Alan Carr on Celebrity Traitors. When he sat down beside...

Pics: The Hyundai Nexo hydrogen fuel cell SUV at the Japan motor show

iOS 26.2 to Allow Third-Party App Stores in Japan Ahead of Regulatory Deadline

Mark my words, this will end badly. No, I do not want to support a monopoly, but we have to realize that Apple definitely kept a lot of average people from shooting themselves in the foot, and in broad strokes their approach to the AppStore, code...

China, Japan Lead Clean Hydrogen Drive Amid Challenges

While progress on low-carbon hydrogen stutters in many regions of the world, China and Japan continue to see momentum and have taken leading roles in the production and use of clean-burning molecules. The two Asian economic giants are pouring...

Robbie Henshaw Named To Start For Japan Clash

Thursday, 6 November 2025 14:41 This is the second Autumn International game for Ireland. Athlone's Robbie Henshaw is among several changes for Ireland for their match up with Japan on Saturday. He comes in as inside centre for Ireland's second...

Japanese Pick Sushi as Most Recommended Dish to People from Other Countries

Japan Data Food and Drink Lifestyle Culture Nov 7, 2025 A survey in Japan found that sushi was the Japanese food that locals would most like to recommend to people overseas, ahead of tempura in second place. When Japanese people were asked what...