Japan

Only around 1 in 6 Japanese citizens hold valid passports, according to the latest data. There’re 21.6 million passports in circulation as of December 2024, representing around 17.5% of the country’s population, the Foreign Ministry said on Thursday. The number of Japanese citizens travelling abroad has picked up pace but is still much less than the numbers seen before the …

Samsung decides to introduce its Galaxy S25 phones to Japan ahead of their worldwide debut. Traditionally Samsung’s new phone releases waited three months in Japan but this launch took place on February 14 after global marketing. Since 2015 Samsung Phones dropped their previous brand name Galaxy for their new phones and returned to using their complete company name “Samsung“. SoftBank …

Tomoya Yanagimoto, 28, has been sentenced to life in prison for sexually assaulting 10 elementary school girls in the period from 2016 to 2022. Presiding Judge Hiroki Ito noted that the “mental and physical anguish of the girls is unimaginable.” The Osaka District Court ruled that the man – a former hospital personnel – sexually assaulted the girls under the …

The second tier professional football in Japan ‘J2 League’ which is operating under the J.League system is all set to kick off officially on Feb 15, 2025 at 2 pm in Japan. The league consists of 20 teams who play home and away round-robin format and the two teams who top the table will get the chance to participate in …

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba arrived in Malaysia today for a two-day official visit since he took office in October 2024. The special plane arranged for Ishiba, his wife Yoshiko and the Japanese delegation to arrive at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) at 5 p.m. Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz, Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry and Shikata Noriyuki, …

On Decemeber 25, 2024 the official announcement from the Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya regarding the ten year relaxation for the tourist visa has elated the tourists from China. It also includes the extension of stay period from 15 to 30 days for the group travels. The highlight of these announcement is to promote economic and cultural exchanges between China …

In a plot twist as astonishing as it is otherworldly, Japan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have embarked on an extraordinary journey of bilateral cooperation that transcends the boundaries of reality itself. This fantastical partnership defies the laws of physics, blending feudal Japan with Arabian mystique, and pushing the limits of possibility in our interconnected, parallel world. Economic Symphony …

The recent article in The Manila Times highlighting Japan’s seaweed expertise sheds light on the country’s innovative approach to seaweed cultivation and the potential benefits of this super crop. Japan’s long-standing tradition of utilizing seaweed in various aspects of its cuisine and culture has now evolved into a strategic focus on sustainable agriculture and the exploration of new applications for …

In Japan’s workaholic culture, where long hours and unwavering commitment to one’s job are deeply ingrained, quitting a job can be an uncomfortable and socially awkward experience. However, a growing trend of “job leaving agents” is emerging to assist individuals in navigating the delicate process of resigning from their positions. In Japan, there is a cultural expectation of loyalty and …

As prices continue to soar, Japan is turning back to the use of human waste as fertilizer, highlighting the country’s innovative approach to address agricultural challenges. In response to rising fertilizer costs, Japan is revisiting the practice of utilizing human waste as a source of organic fertilizer. This approach showcases Japan’s resourcefulness and commitment to sustainable agricultural practices. Amid increasing …