Special elevators eyed for Nagoya Castle rebuild for barrier-free accessibility
Utilising the lifts will give the disabled the opportunity to access all the floors while reconstructing pillars and beams from the original structure.
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Disabled couples in Hokkaido agreed to birth control, group homes operator claims
The Asunaro Social Welfare Service Corporation is under fire for requiring the residents of its facilities to practice birth control if they want to get married or live with a…
Biden’s visit to Nagasaki would be US presidential first
The two leaders are reportedly keen to convey from the two atomic-bombed cities the importance of working toward a world without nuclear weapons.
North Korea threatens strong military steps against Japan
The statement from the North's foreign ministry also accused the United States of supporting and promoting the Japanese military ambitions and undermining regional peace.
Child abuse cases exposed at nursery schools ‘just the tip of the iceberg’
Similar incidents have been uncovered one after another in a number of municipalities, and anxiety is spreading among parents.
Emperor’s birthday greeting to be held for 1st time since accession to throne
The birthday greeting events were cancelled for the last three years due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Tokyo stocks down for 3rd day on fears of global slowdown
The Tokyo market traced the drops of three key US stock indexes as market sentiment was dampened by concerns about economic deceleration.
Tokyo’s small factories open doors to showcase technical finesse
The municipal office describes Tokyo’s Ota Ward as a “town of manufacturing masters” that boasts globally competitive technologies.
Japan to accept more workers from Central Asia
The Foreign Minister is expected to announce the policy in a meeting between the foreign ministers of Japan and five Central Asian nations of the former Soviet bloc.
Spur households to use their assets to stimulate economy
Methods to secure tax revenue must be explored while not hindering the spread of EVs as a way toward decarbonization.