Top Anime Merchandiser Reveals What Japanese Otaku Are Actually Spending Their Money On Right Now

For many anime fans, collecting toys and figures of beloved characters is as much a passion as watching the actual series. Now, one of Japan's biggest hobby goods retailers, AmiAmi, has released its official figure reservation rankings for August...

Asia Cup: India’s draw against Japan enough to book final spot

New Delhi: The Indian women’s hockey team needed a win against Japan to confirm their berth in the Asia Cup final. But having only managed a 1-1 draw in their Super 4s game against the defending champions, Salima Tete and Co waited with bated...

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Japan's Emperor, Family Visit Nursing Home for Hibakusha

Newsfrom Japan Society Sep 13, 2025 19:18 (JST) Nagasaki, Sept. 13 (Jiji Press)--Japanese Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako and their daughter, Princess Aiko, visited a special elderly nursing home for hibakusha atomic bomb survivors in the...

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Japan's top sprinters fail to keep up in 100 meters at world championships

Japanese sprinters Yoshihide Kiryu, Yuhi Mori and Abdul Hakim Sani Brown all failed to make it out of the heats in men’s 100 meters at the​​ World Athletics Championships, which kicked off at National Stadium in Tokyo on Saturday. Veteran sprinter...

The 10 best-preserved historic townships in Japan

TOKYO -- In Japan, it's not uncommon to wander into streets where time seems to stand still and traces of the past still linger. Carefully maintained by local residents, these towns and neighborhoods captivate both domestic and international...

Japanese student designs 'smart bra' that unlocks only with boyfriend's fingerprint: 'Only your boyfriend can open'

In the video, he explained that the bra is designed to prevent cheating as it works on fingerprint recognition technology. Technology is not just about smartphones or gadgets; it has reached clothes, too. Recently, a Japanese content creator has...

Japan’s SBI Shinsei Joins JPMorgan Network to Issue Token Deposits

SBI Shinsei Bank will issue a digital currency for corporate clients in fiscal 2026, becoming the first Japanese bank to join JPMorgan Chase’s blockchain-based Partior network. Nikkei reported that the move aims to deliver near-instant...

UAE Space Agency Expands Strategic Space Cooperation with Japan

Sat 13 Sep 2025 | 10:33 PM A high-level delegation from the UAE Space Agency, led by Ahmad Al Falasi, Minister of Sport and Chairman of the Agency’s Board, visited several key institutions in Japan to strengthen bilateral cooperation in space...

This 3-Year-Old Japanese Hybrid SUV Offers The Best Resale Value In 2025

Over the past decade, compact SUVs have grown in popularity to replace sedans and minivans as the everyday choice for drivers who want a balance of practicality, style, and versatility. Their roomy interiors and car-like drivability have made them...

Qatar to invest $54m in chipmaking component subsidiary of Japan's Toppan

Semiconductors Tekscend hopes sovereign fund's commitment will help its IPO Sheikh Bandar bin Mohammed bin Saud al-Thani is chairman of Qatar Investment Authority, which manages approximately $520 billion. © Reuters AKIRA YAMASHITA September 14,...

Japan's Agriculture Minister Koizumi joining LDP leadership race

Japan's Agriculture Minister Koizumi Shinjiro has decided he is going to join the race and run for the leadership of the country's main ruling Liberal Democratic Party. Koizumi met with local assembly members and supporters in his constituency in...

Lost in execution: Japan should bet on a second chance at shoppable media

Suntory collaborated with the TV drama, "The Nearest Utopia." The story is about a man and a woman who find hope communicating through music and alcoholic beverages. (Screenshot from "The Nearest Utopia" X page)

Box Office: Japan’s Anime Blockbuster ‘Demon Slayer Infinity Castle’ Scoring Record U.S. Opening

Talk about an unexpected September bloom at the box office that continues this weekend with a cornucopia of new offerings, led by the record-smashing U.S. debut of the Japanese anime sequel Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – the Movie Infinity...

Navigating Japan’s Disabled Employee Quota: The Future of Inclusive Hiring

Japan lies at the center of many unique employee regulations, from its Metabo law to its assistance for women in the workforce. Recent updates revealed that Japan’s disabled employee quota is also changing, rising from 2.5% to 2.7% in July next...

India Holds Japan to 1-1 Draw in Women’s Hockey Asia Cup 2025 Super 4s Clash

In a gripping Super 4s encounter at the Women’s Hockey Asia Cup 2025, India played out a 1-1 draw against Japan, keeping their hopes alive for a spot in the final. The match, held on Saturday, saw India take an early lead through Beauty Dung Dung...

'2025 Music Bank Global Festival' in Japan announces star-studded first lineup

The '2025 Music Bank Global Festival in Japan' is set to light up the Japan National Stadium this December, marking a historic milestone as the first K-pop concert ever held at the venue. The festival will take place over two nights, December 13...

This out-of-the-way bakery serves a slice of Japan, with a side of sweet nostalgia

From sourdough shokupan to honey toast, Akipan in Pyrmont serves lo-fi comfort food that erases bad news with every spongey bite. Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. Save this...

UAE team explores space ties in Japan

A delegation from the UAE Space Agency, led by Dr Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Sports and Chairman of the UAE Space Agency, undertook an official visit to Japan, as part of the UAE’s efforts to strengthen international cooperation in space...