Japan’s railway firms aim to attract passengers via unique station events
One such endeavor involves using stations for interactive games tied to a movie, while another has made a virtual station for online visitors to interact each other.
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Japan PM Ishiba hopes next leader will carry on passion projects
Although Ishiba expects policies to revitalise regional areas and plans to establish a disaster prevention and management agency will move ahead even after he leaves his post, he…
Japanese government to help sports teams attract overseas fans
The Economy, Trade and Industry Ministry will host a business matchmaking event in Thailand on Sept. 12 to encourage collaboration between Japanese sports teams and Thai…
Japan’s raid on alleged diesel cartel triggered by scale of collusion
The Japan Fair Trade Commission raided the companies under its investigative authority, which allows it to conduct compulsory searches and seizures based on a court warrant with…
Japan’s Prince Hisahito toasts with guests at luncheon celebrating coming-of-age
Crown Prince Akishino addressed the 32 guests, including Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, stating, “I hope he will fulfill his duties as an adult member of the Imperial family.
Japanese government’s AI Basic Plan to promote use of AI in public institutions
The plan aims to make Japan the world’s most AI-friendly country for development and utilisation.
In Japan, babies under 1 year old make up 70% of suspected abuse deaths
The report from the Children and Families Agency points to the importance of psychological support for women during pregnancy and child-rearing, to lessen their anxiety.
1 dead, 1 injured as heavy rain and winds lash Tokyo area
Heavy rains and thunderstorms also affected Tokyo’s Haneda airport, resulting in delays and cancellations of some services.
Toyota, Honda to exhibit 2 Pokémon models at Japan Mobility Show from late October
Toyota and Honda are collaborating with each other on the project to convey the fun of manufacturing, beyond their rivalry. The Pokémon characters chosen for the display are…
Japan’s ruling party presidential race could hinge on rank-and-file voters
As this will be a full-scale election, with regular members voting nationwide, the 295 votes granted to the rank and file and members of groups affiliated with the party will be…