Japanese consumers turn to rice alternatives amid price surge
Among the alternatives are adding glutinous barley to rice and switching from rice to bread and pasta.
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2 men injured after knife attack at Tokyo subway station
The 43-year-old suspected attacker was apprehended by passengers and arrested by police on suspicion of attempted murder. Police said that both victims were conscious after the…
Japan to enhance surveying to preserve remote islands; erosion could diminish EEZ
The initiative aims to promptly ascertain the impact of erosion and other factors to ensure the maintenance of Japan’s territorial waters and exclusive economic zone (EEZ).
Japan Coast Guard staffing shortage worsens after almost 400 quit due to personal reasons
According to the JCG, the number of JCG personnel who quit for personal reasons has topped 300 for four consecutive years since fiscal 2021, a situation that could hinder…
Concerns raised over Japan’s potential concessions on auto safety standards; experts point out risk of increased fatalities
Many of Japan’s automobile safety standards were formulated based on lessons learned from past accidents and have been incorporated into global standards set by the United…
Japan, India agree to boost defence cooperation; defence ministers Nakatani, Singh meet in Delhi
As concrete defense cooperation, they agreed to enhance bilateral joint exercises and to collaborate on the protection of maritime traffic, including anti-piracy measures, with…
Elderly Japanese restaurant owner serves hearty dishes at low prices
Inside the restaurant, called Drive-in Fuso, several groups of people, including families and men in work uniforms, were sitting at tables waiting for their food. The owner,…
Bear attacks two of Japan’s self-defence force officials in Iwate Prefecture
They suffered injuries on their bodies including on their faces and arms but were conscious while being transported to the hospital. Their condition has been reported as stable.
Kawasaki Police failed to interview man despite reports of stalking; later arrested on suspicion of abandoning body
According to the police, the victim had been consulting the police about the stalking behavior of her ex-boyfriend since June last year. The police verbally warned Shirai at that…
Japan, China, South Korea, ASEAN enhance regional financial safety net
A new rapid financing facility will enable members to access emergency financing without conditions in case of financial crises arising from sudden shocks.