Local govts counting on digital jobs as Japan’s population drops ever faster
The Cabinet of Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has been pushing a vision to counter the effects of the dip, aiming to revitalise regional areas through digital technology.
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Kishida plans ‘large-scale’ reshuffle of Cabinet on Wednesday
Coordination for the new personnel appointments has been underway for some time, with an eye toward carrying them out in early September.
Unmanned Chinese military aircraft spotted over Okinawa
It was the first time a Chinese drone flew in the airspace without being escorted by a manned aircraft, the defense ministry said.
Hanyu, 2-time Olympic figure skating gold medalist, to talk future plans
During the Beijing Olympics in February, Hanyu finished in fourth place, failing in his bid for a third consecutive gold medal.
Shooting suspect in slaying of Japan ex-PM Abe focused on making a ‘precision’ weapon
Handmade guns found at the suspect's home included a machine gun-like device comprising nine metal pipes bound together.
Sento bathhouses launch new services to stay afloat
Bathhouses like Kogane-yu are launching innovative services like installing capsule-style rooms for overnight guests.
4 former Tepco executives ordered to pay ¥13.32 trillion
In the lawsuit, individual Tepco shareholders had demanded five Tepco executives pay a combined ¥22 trillion to compensate for causing a massive loss to the company.
Abe to be given nation’s highest honor
Abe will be the fourth Japanese person in the postwar period to receive the Collar of the Supreme Order of the Chrysanthemum, as well as the Junior First Rank of Court.
Minami Tanaka’s rise to stardom through photos, movie, and fashion
Celebrated TV personality Minami Tanaka cemented her popularity in 2019 after realising her photo book, “Sincerely yours…”, which sold more than 500,000 copies in just one…
Decision on tourism campaign delayed amid rise in coronavirus cases
The government will decide on the start date of a nationwide campaign to boost tourism after the House of Councilors election.