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Cymbal is a shy but sweet cat with distinctive markings and a gentle demeanor.
COMMUNITY / Our Lives
Sep 9, 2025
Gentle care is the key to Cymbal’s heart
A little patience will go a long way with 5-year-old Cymbal, a shy cat with distinctive markings that was rescued earlier this year.
Hampen hails from Tokushima, Shikoku, and is named after the fish paste specialty that the region is known for.
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / ADOPT ME!
Sep 3, 2025
Smiley, spirited Hampen will run into your arms
This 7-year-old dog from Tokushima is eager for human companionship and loves to go on walks.
A worker displays a handful of shredded hard drive pieces for e-waste processing at a facility in Festac, Nigeria, in 2020.
COMMENTARY / Japan
Aug 21, 2025
Urban mining eases the critical minerals crunch 
Governments are waking up to the potential of e-waste recycling, and Japan is leading the way.
Born in 2012, Lynx has a striking appearance with his golden eyes and steel-gray coat.
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / ADOPT ME!
Aug 20, 2025
Handsome cat looking for brighter days ahead
Lynx, born in 2012, may seem shy at first, but has proven himself to be a sweet cat full of affection.
Born in 2011, Ginger is a medium-size poodle that acts about half his age.
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / ADOPT ME!
Aug 13, 2025
Fluffy poodle Ginger, forever young at heart
This spirited dog is full of sugar and spice for those who treat him nice.
Nagasaki Mayor Shiro Suzuki delivers a speech at a conference held by Mayors for Peace, a worldwide organization of city leaders, on Friday in the city of Nagasaki.
JAPAN
Aug 8, 2025
Mayors for Peace start general conference in Nagasaki
The conference will discuss actions to be taken by 2029 and adopt a resolution on the abolition of nuclear weapons on the closing day.
Wakaba is a Scottish fold, a breed of cat known for the distinctive appearance of their ears.
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / ADOPT ME!
Aug 7, 2025
‘Mad cute’ Scottish fold to brighten your day
Five-year-old Wakaba has a distinctive appearance and friendly disposition.
Chikuwa is a robust 15 kilograms and turns 5 years old in November.
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / ADOPT ME!
Jul 31, 2025
Charming Chikuwa has a zest for life
This inquisitive dog delights in a brisk walk and exploring the outdoors.
Pupu’s name means “appetizer” in Hawaiian, but this sweetheart is definitely more of a main dish.
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / ADOPT ME!
Jul 24, 2025
A big, beautiful Bengal cat named Pupu
A sweetheart with a big presence, Pupu loves to make her feelings known while enjoying a cozy moment.
Born in late 2011, Cheyenne is an affable canine companion who gets along with humans, most dogs and even cats.
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / ADOPT ME!
Jul 2, 2025
A furry ball of sunshine
Thirteen-year-old Cheyenne may be in her golden years, but her good cheer and affability will win anyone over.
Born in April 2023, Grape and Acai are an inseparable duo that prefer a gentle lifestyle.
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / ADOPT ME!
Jun 24, 2025
Fine feline twosome on the hunt for a forever home
Acai and Grape are an inseparable pair that are sure to bring a touch of sweetness to a peaceful household.
Valiant, a Hokkaido dog, was rescued from a temple in Gifu Prefecture along with a pack of others.
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / ADOPT ME!
Jun 19, 2025
Valiant is a playful, princely Hokkaido dog
Hesitant though he may be, this handsome 9-year-old has a heart of gold.
The primary causes for long-term sick leave among women in their 20s included mental illness, such as depression and anxiety disorders, a survey has found.
JAPAN
Jun 16, 2025
Women in their 20s have higher rate of long-term sick leave, survey finds
The primary causes included mental illness, such as depression and anxiety disorders, as well as pregnancy-related problems.
Treacle is a spry 14-year-old who’s been called “big, bold and beautiful” by the staff at ARK.
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / ADOPT ME!
Jun 12, 2025
Cool cat Treacle is a master of relaxation
A “big, bold and beautiful” cat, Treacle loves food and naps and is still keeping spry at age 14.
Japanese pension funds are moving to appoint chief investment officers with expertise to improve risk management and help make more effective market deals.
BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 10, 2025
Japanese pension funds holding $400 billion hire their first CIOs
Until recently, senior administrators often with limited experience doing deals in financial markets were responsible for making investment decisions.
Charisma was overweight when she arrived at ARK, but has slimmed down to 8 kilograms.
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / ADOPT ME!
May 29, 2025
This charming Shiba enjoys life’s simple pleasures
Charisma loves soft toys, snoozing in her favorite spot and getting a nice massage.
Ten-year-old Cupcake lost her home suddenly when her owner was hospitalized and took some time to adjust to her new circumstances.
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / ADOPT ME!
May 23, 2025
Tuxedo cat Cupcake is a special treat
At 10 years old, this cat is settled in her ways but shows sweetness over time.
Edison lost his home during the 2024 Noto Peninsula earthquake, but these tragic circumstances led him to a new life with the Makino family in Chiba Prefecture.
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / ADOPT ME!
May 15, 2025
A new chapter for a gentle dog
After losing his home in the 2024 Noto Peninsula earthquake, Edison got a fresh start in Chiba Prefecture with the Makino family.
Takaji Wakita, deputy head of the Japan Institute for Health Security, speaks during an interview on April 21 in Tokyo's Shinjuku Ward.
JAPAN / Science & Health
May 8, 2025
Japan bolsters pandemic readiness with new health crisis institute
The Japan Institute for Health Security represents the centerpiece of a strengthened framework designed to apply lessons from the early missteps of the COVID-19 crisis.
Vindaloo was rescued from a Gifu temple, along with a number of other dogs, when he was 2 years old.
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / ADOPT ME!
May 1, 2025
A Hokkaido cross that’s more sweet than spicy
Eleven-year-old Vindaloo loves going on walks, and especially enjoys a romp in the snow.
Haneda Airport security staff arrested over theft
Tokyo police have arrested a 21-year-old security inspector at Haneda Airport after he allegedly stole cash from a passenger during a baggage inspection.
Japan's elderly population down at around 36.2 million
The estimated number of people age 65 or older in Japan stands at 36.19 million as of Monday, accounting for record 29.4% of the country's total population, according to the internal affairs ministry.
SDF spots China’s biggest aircraft carrier for first time
The Fujian aircraft carrier is seen in Shanghai in May 2024 as it leaves for its first sea trial.
White House threatens broad crackdown on liberal groups
FBI Director Kash Patel (right) listens to senior White House adviser Stephen Miller speak in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington on Monday.
Why more hotels in Japan are offering room-only service
Nipponia Hotel Ise Kawasaki Merchant Town in Ise, Mie Prefecture
Pole vault rivals in awe after Duplantis has another historic night in Tokyo
Sweden's Armand Duplantis competes in the men's pole fault final during the World Athletics Championships at National Stadium in Tokyo on Monday.
Japan's major art events converge this fall
Shinji Ohmaki’s “Tokinokage” exhibited at Fuji Textile Week 2021 shows the use of fabric as art.
Tara Davis-Woodhall leaps to gold and finds redemption at world championships
Tara Davis-Woodhall celebrates after winning the women's long jump final at the World Athletics Championships at Tokyo's National Stadium on Sunday night.
An aesthetic escape to Hakone’s art-drenched hills
Between traditional examples of fine art and sleek, modern exhibitions that blend with nature, Hakone offers a unique escape from Tokyo's urban sprawl.
Niinami’s ouster quick but not unusual as corporations protect reputation
Takeshi Niinami resigns as chairman and CEO of Suntory Holdings.

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