He said the shutdown could be an opportunity to "clear out dead wood", giving no hint of concessions to Democrats.

Vast hillsides have been cleared for the construction of a large-scale solar power facility in Kamogawa, Chiba Prefecture, leaving piles of felled trees scattered across the slopes. The development covers approximately 146 hectares, or the size of 32 Tokyo Domes, and involves cutting down about 365,000 trees to make way for 470,000 solar panels. (News On Japan)

Japan has entered the autumn travel season, with visitors across the country enjoying colorful foliage, seasonal foods, and cultural traditions. (News On Japan)

Kings and Generals animated historical documentary series on the early modern era and history of Japan. (Kings and Generals)

The alleged head of the gang's armed wing was arrested in an operation between Colombia, the US and the UK.

The library director reportedly rejected a request for the White House to gift an Eisenhower sword to King Charles.

Several museums and landmarks, including the US Capitol and Washington Monument, have closed to visitors.

Police allege they found marijuana on him during a traffic stop and are investigating a "syndicate linked to him".

The Chinese national faces a count of refusing to follow naval instructions while piloting the vessel.

The Chinese national faces a count of refusing to follow naval instructions while piloting the vessel.

The rare and potentially life-threatening complication comes after the people dined at a luxury eatery.

Funerals are held for 36 people who died after scaffolding collapsed at an Orthodox Christian church.

Funerals are held for 36 people who died after scaffolding collapsed at an Orthodox Christian church.

Around 60 percent of hospitals across Japan are operating in the red, creating a critical situation where closures and bankruptcies are no longer a distant threat. Behind the figures lies a deepening financial crisis that is raising questions about whether patients can continue to rely on stable access to medical care. (News On Japan)

One flight attendant sustained a minor injury following the low-speed, taxiway collision.

A man in his 60s was found bleeding and collapsed inside a cattle barn in Tsugaru, Aomori Prefecture on the morning of October 2nd, later dying after his condition suddenly worsened. (News On Japan)

The iconic New Year’s Eve bell at Chion-in Temple in Kyoto will shift to a fully paid and reservation-only system this year, with entry limited to 2,000 people, in response to overwhelming crowds in recent years. (News On Japan)

Government staff describe their uncertainty during a budget impasse - though not all of them oppose the shutdown.

Princess Aiko, the daughter of the Emperor and Empress, has tested positive for Covid-19, the Imperial Household Agency announced on October 2nd, cancelling her scheduled trip to Shiga Prefecture on October 5th and 6th to observe the National Sports Festival. (News On Japan)

A system failure caused by a cyberattack at beverage giant Asahi Group shows no sign of resolution, disrupting deliveries and leaving some supermarket shelves empty. (News On Japan)