Nara: Traditional setta sandals attract global audience
The footwear industry in the prefecture dates back to the Edo period (1603-1867), with 80% of the nation’s footwear output originating from the area at its peak.
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Greenhouse gas reduction efforts for farm products to be given 3-star rating
According to researchers, 23 per cent of greenhouse gas emissions in the world are derived from the agriculture and forestry industries.
Japan, Lithuania agree to continue sanctions on Russia
The Japanese Prime Minister and his Lithuanian counterpart also confirmed that their countries will expand cooperation in the information technology and life science areas.
85％ of those surveyed say manga is good for children
According to the Research Institute for Publications, total estimated sales for the comics market came to ¥675.9 billion in 2021, a record high for the second consecutive year.
South Korea looks to corporate donations to resolve forced labour dispute with Japan: Report
The issue will likely be revisited by leaders of both nations when they meet in a series of multilateral summits taking place in November.
Toyota to launch new EV sedan in China
Toyota said it will continue to launch the bZ series models in China, apparently with the aim of catching up to Tesla and other EV makers.
South Korea Navy to attend Japan’s international fleet review
The fleet review is set to take place on Nov 6 in Sagami Bay to celebrate the 70th founding anniversary of Japan's Maritime Self-Defense Force.
Ueno Park celebrates 50th anniversary since pandas first arrived in Japan
The event features a giant display of images of pandas kept at the zoo in the past, with visitors welcomed by a five-metre high panda balloon at the entrance of the park.
The case for a new open door policy – for Japan and China
Money aside, there is strategic value in welcoming tourists.
Japan’s basic pension benefits for future generations being discussed
As part of the government’s efforts to reduce the number of people who will face difficulties in their old age, it has been expanding the eligibility for the employees’…