Trump Approves U.S. Steel-Nippon Deal

Japan Business News - May 24, 2025 - 15:08
In a dramatic reversal from past resistance to foreign ownership of U.S. Steel, President Donald Trump has now announced his approval of what he is calling a partnership between U.S. Steel and Japan’s Nippon Steel. (News On Japan)
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The 10 Reasons Why Foreigners Should Not Marry Japanese Women

Japan Society News - May 24, 2025 - 04:22
Japanese women are often admired internationally for their beauty and kindness, particularly during the dating phase, when many present themselves as sweet, supportive, and attentive partners. Foreign men are often captivated by this image, but many are unprepared for the transformation that can occur after marriage and especially after children. (Japanese Comedian Meshida)
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Aichi Woman Cleared After Dumping Bird Carcass in Neighbor’s Yard

Japan Society News - May 23, 2025 - 23:11
A 61-year-old woman from Togo Town, Aichi Prefecture, who had been arrested on suspicion of illegally discarding a bird carcass in the yard of a neighboring house, has not been prosecuted. (News On Japan)
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Job-Quitting Services Boom After Golden Week Holidays

Japan Business News - May 23, 2025 - 20:04
As workplaces reopen following the Golden Week holidays in Japan, agencies offering "retirement代行" (job-quitting proxy) services are reporting a surge in requests. These services, which inform employers of a worker's resignation on their behalf, are increasingly used by new employees—many of whom find themselves overwhelmed in their first year of work due to power harassment, excessive unpaid overtime, or discrepancies between job listings and actual duties. (News On Japan)
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Yakuza Boss Not Indicted Over Theft of 172 Rolexes

Japan Society News - May 23, 2025 - 19:40
A gang leader arrested in connection with the theft of 172 Rolex watches valued at approximately 280 million yen has been released without indictment, Osaka prosecutors announced. (News On Japan)
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TikTok Prankster Arrested Again for Confining Woman in Car

Japan Society News - May 23, 2025 - 19:30
A 22-year-old man known for repeatedly posting nuisance videos on TikTok, was arrested by Osaka police on suspicion of confining a female gas station employee in a car on May 19th in Hirano Ward after he and an accomplice allegedly lured her into the vehicle under false pretenses as part of another stunt. (News On Japan)
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World-Class Cycling Race Kicks Off in Sakai, Birthplace of Shimano

Japan Sports News - May 23, 2025 - 13:43
The 2025 Tour of Japan, one of the world’s top-tier international cycling races, has started in Sakai, Osaka. This city, historically known for its skilled gunsmiths, later became a major hub for Japan’s bicycle industry. (News On Japan)
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Four Giant Pandas to Return to China on June 28

Japan Travel News - May 23, 2025 - 13:38
All four giant pandas at Adventure World in Wakayama Prefecture will be returned to China on June 28th, the park announced. The pandas—Rauhin, born in 2000, and her three daughters Yuihin, Saihin, and Fuhin—will be sent back as the breeding and loan agreement with China nears its end this August. (News On Japan)
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Rice Rises 98.4% Year-on-Year in April

Japan Business News - May 23, 2025 - 13:33
Japan’s consumer inflation continued its upward trajectory in April, marking the 44th consecutive month of increase, with rice in particular climbing 98.4% year-on-year. (News On Japan)
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