Japan’s medical institutions increasingly handling foreign patients
They have taken steps to ensure smooth treatment and avoid problems, including using interpreters.
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China, South Korea and Japan looking into ASEAN’s clean energy market amid US scale-back
A new report found that the number of international investment projects for renewable energy in Asean has increased by an average of about 15 percent per year since 2020, with…
Nissan’s closure plan: Concerns voiced over impact on local employment, economy
The company is currently making arrangements to shut down its flagship Oppama plant in Yokosuka and the Shonan plant of its subsidiary Nissan Shatai Co. in Hiratsuka, both in the…
70% of Japan’s major local governments offer financial assistance for fertility treatment
About 10% of babies in Japan are born through IVF. Because fertility treatments often involve multiple attempts and span a long period, the heavy financial cost of undergoing such…
Singaporean man arrested in Japan for allegedly committing indecent acts involving boy in bathhouse
The Singaporean is suspected of touching the teenager, including his genitals, multiple times without consent, according to local media reports.
Japan poll reveals discontent over US tariffs, rice prices; nearly half favour opposition-led government
The 31% support rate for Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s cabinet appears to reflect the public’s low expectations regarding this administration’s negotiations over U.S.…
Nissan to offer early retirement to Japan employees; 1st such offer in 18 years
In explaining the reasons behind the decision, the company reportedly said that optimizing administrative expenses is becoming extremely important amid the increasingly difficult…
Old tofu shop in Tokyo makes presence felt in business district
Echigoya has been producing tofu for more than 100 years, supporting the local food industry.
China slaps anti-dumping duties on plastic imports from US, EU, Japan
The new duties target imports of polyformaldehyde copolymer, a common plastic used in car parts, medical devices and household appliances.
Don’t rule out women, female-line emperors: The Japan News
If the will of the female members of the Imperial family is not respected and their potential marriage partners are institutionally limited, human rights issues will arise.