In Muroran, Hokkaido, an astonishing scene unfolded as the front yard of a home suddenly became overrun with deer. The surprised resident shared their experience of the unusual event. (News On Japan)

The race to determine the successor to Prime Minister Kishida within the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is intensifying. Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi has reportedly conveyed his intention to run for the LDP presidency to his close associates. Meanwhile, former Chief Cabinet Secretary Katsunobu Kato has also begun preparations for his candidacy. (News On Japan)

More than a third of all workplace injuries are linked to manual handling. That’s a significant portion, especially in fields like aged care, where manual handling is a daily task. (News On Japan)

A rare blue bee, believed to bring happiness, has been spotted at a local temple in Kōnan City, Shiga Prefecture. The bee, known as the 'Blue Bee' or Lulimonhanabachi (Amegilla quadrifasciata), is characterized by its black body and striking blue stripes. (News On Japan)

In the latest attack by wild dolphins in Fukui Prefecture, a man in his 20s was bitten in Mihama on Wednesday, leaving injuries to both hands, requiring five stitches on his left index finger, according to the Tsuruga Coast Guard. (News On Japan)

Let us start off again by examining the early wars of the Yamato state and the origins of the shogun and the bushi! (The Shogunate)

Nishiawakura Village, located in the northeastern part of Okayama Prefecture, is a small village with a population of about 1,300 people. With no convenience stores and only two traffic lights, this village embarked on a significant initiative in 2008 called the 'Nishiawakura Century Forest Plan.' (News On Japan)

In a world first, gas extracted from methane hydrate, a next-generation energy resource, has been successfully used as fuel. (News On Japan)

The popular ramen shop 'Kinryu Ramen Dotonbori' in Osaka is known for its iconic dragon-shaped sign. The dragon's tail, which extends out from the wall, is a distinctive feature, and an awning is placed underneath it. (News On Japan)

Several key figures in Japan's main ruling Liberal Democratic Party are signaling they'll throw their hats in the ring for the party's upcoming leadership election. The winner is expected to become the country's new prime minister. (NHK)

We're in Japan and today we're going to be trying a one versus a five star hotel. (Kalogeras Sisters )

Japan’s housing demand is on a declining trend due to population decrease and a reduction in the number of households. This is evident in the consistent decrease in new housing starts since the peak in the late 1990s. In this environment, the strategies of major companies can be broadly categorized into three areas: diversification within the housing business, diversification into non-housing businesses, and overseas expansion. (News On Japan)

Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio has announced his decision not to run in the ruling Liberal Democratic Party's leadership election next month. It means Japan will soon have a new prime minister. (NHK)

A fire in Kariya City, Aichi Prefecture, burned multiple disused boats and a storage shed after a man in his 70s ignited dried grass in an incinerator. (News On Japan)

Shinjiro Koizumi, the former Minister of the Environment, has become a focal point within the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) as speculation grows about his potential candidacy in the upcoming party leadership election. Voices of both support and caution can be heard in his hometown. (News On Japan)

A rare simultaneous view of a meteor shower and the Northern Lights was photographed in Hokkaido, northern Japan, as the Perseid meteor shower peaked on Monday night. (NHK)

Subaru is one of those brands that is revered among the car loving community. (News On Japan)

A Japanese employee of the Aeon Group, who had been detained in Myanmar for over 40 days after being convicted of violating rice price controls, has been released. (News On Japan)

The benchmark index on the Tokyo Stock Exchange recovered to the 36,000 mark on Tuesday, rising more than 1,200 points from the previous close. (NHK)

Corporate tours such as those offered by Kirin Brewery and Hakutsuru Sake Brewery, where participants can observe behind-the-scenes operations, are gaining popularity. The appeal lies in consumers' desire to see the inner workings of well-known brands and the learning opportunities that these tours provide. Companies, in turn, aim to gain core users and brand advocates through these facility tours. (News On Japan)