Tokyo massage parlor owner held in suspected human trafficking of 12-year-old Thai girl
The girl apparently had been left at the shop by her mother, who had come to Japan with her. Police suspect human trafficking occurred through an intermediary.
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Tokyo Education Board sets guidelines for teachers, school administrators dealing with ‘monster parents’
The move is aimed at protecting educators from unreasonable demands, abusive language, and slander.
Japan’s company cafeterias raise their game by offering affordable, healthy meals and alcohol in evenings
Some companies even open their cafeterias in the evening and make alcohol available to foster deeper communication among staff.
Japanese government to introduce satellite-based maritime digital communication system to help detect suspicious ships
Japan has lagged in developing maritime communication infrastructure compared to land-based systems.
Japanese construction company to reuse wood materials from Osaka Expo to build rental houses
The company plans to use the materials for at least one building in each of Japan’s 47 prefectures to contribute to decarbonisation.
Japan PM Takaichi vows to build ‘strong economy’ via key investments
She stressed that the government wants to “increase tax revenue without raising tax rates,” namely by strengthening the supply base and boosting income and profits.
Japan’s universities could get cash for hosting U.S. researchers
The ministry plans to accept 100 or more researchers and will support universities and research institutes with the personnel costs and research funds needed to recruit them.
Japan Defence Minister, Australian counterpart agree to accelerate contract conclusion for Mogami-class frigates
Japanese Defense Minister Koizumi and Australian defense minister Richard Marles met in Malaysia. The two shared serious concerns about China’s aggressive maritime expansion in…
Japan’s new Prime Minister Takaichi makes successful diplomatic debut
Four days after taking office on Oct. 21, Takaichi traveled to Malaysia to attend a summit related to the Association of South East Asian Nations and held meetings with the…
Japan PM Takaichi holds talks with Taiwan’s APEC representative
The Prime Minister told Lin Hsin-i that she wanted to deepen cooperation and exchanges between Japan and Taiwan and stressed the importance of peace and stability in the Taiwan…