Japan residents heading home for 1st time in 2 years despite Covid-10 surge
Unlike last year, when people tended to stay home, this year saw an increase in the number of people at airports and train stations.
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Companies in Japan must set renewable energy targets in as early as 2023
The aim of the policy is to encourage companies to use more clean energy and give a boost to their efforts toward decarbonization.
Japan considering arming submarines with missiles
The move would aim to boost Japan’s deterrence by providing a powerful counterattack capability to discourage a possible attacks.
Controversial Sado mine in Japan proposed for UNESCO nod
South Korea has claimed that workers from the Korean Peninsula were forced to work at the Sado mines.
11 hospitals in Japan hit by ransomware attacks since 2016
Repairing or rebuilding their systems can cost hospitals millions or even tens of millions of yen.
Japan’s city-run marathons take big steps to resume
Races involving 10,000 runners gradually reappeared on the calendar, with event organizers keeping a close eye on the Covid-19 situation.
Amazake smoothies showcase Kyushu’s slow food movement
The brewery serves up refreshing smoothies to showcase local ingredients as well as interest in the sweet, fermented rice drink.
Kamitoku Tottori Honten: No beefing about this specialty of Tottori Prefecture
Gyukotsu ramen, is the signature ramen of the Tottori prefecture and features a soup made from beef bones.
Japan aims to have 1st Japanese astronaut land on moon in late 2020s
The government hopes to solidify its position as an advanced nation in space development through manned lunar exploration.
Crab soup a delicious taste in Nichinan
Mokuzugani, or Japanese mitten crabs, are a kind of Shanghai crab that inhabit rivers around Japan and are renowned for their excellent taste.