Ex-head of Don Quijote chain arrested over alleged insider trading
A former president of discount retailer Don Quijote Holdings Co., now known as Pan Pacific International Holdings Corp., was arrested Thursday by prosecutors for alleged involvement in insider trading in ...
Two Japan civil servants suspected of swindling government of ¥2 million in coronavirus aid
The pair of employees from the National Printing Bureau were arrested Wednesday for allegedly filing false claims to receive aid linked to the pandemic.
'The diversity of nature': Rare 9-tentacled octopus found in northeastern Japan
The unusual creature has been put on display at the local nature center in Minamisanriku, Miyagi Prefecture.
Tokyo prosecutors seek to question Abe in cherry blossom party scandal
Prosecutors have decided to build a case against Abe's state-paid secretary for allegedly not reporting part of the costs of dinner parties, the sources said.
Eureka! Supercomputer Fugaku deduces train doors are key to ventilation
The frequent opening and closing of doors on local trains can offer a quick change of air for passengers, a study showed.
Senior demon slayer: Grandmother gets doctorate for study on Japanese monsters
Misako Nagura, 73, first entered university at 54, and has traveled abroad to present her findings on folklore apparitions.
As virus spreads, Japan looks to extend — not cancel — Go To Travel
The central government is planning to move the deadline for the travel subsidy campaign from January to June.
Suga, Biden and Trump immortalized on hagoita paddles in Tokyo
Hagoita are used in hanetsuki, a traditional Japanese game that is similar to badminton and played mainly during the New Year holidays.
Tokyo confirmed 533 new cases of coronavirus infections on Thursday, the metropolitan government said, with the figure topping 500 for the second straight day.
Japan's 75+ generation may be charged higher share of medical fees
The government is considering adjusting the percentage of costs paid for those over 75 earning at least ¥1.7 million annually in order to reduce the burden on generations still working.
Japan study finds 98% of COVID-19 patients had immunity six months later
The presence of neutralizing antibodies in patients' blood suggests immunity after natural infection can last half a year, according to a professor who led a study on 376 people.
Osaka's 2025 World Expo plans formally approved by global organization
The main theme of the expo is "Designing Future Society for Our Lives," with the three subthemes of "Saving Lives," "Empowering Lives" and "Connecting Lives."
