The Consumer Affairs Agency has called for preventive measures against four companies selling rice cookers advertised with "carb-cutting" features, citing a lack of rational basis for such claims. (News On Japan)
In Tokyo's Setagaya district, a gathering of manga artists has brought new life to the "Former Ozaki Teodora Residence," a Western-style mansion built 135 years ago that has overcome the threat of demolition. (News On Japan)
Following the death of Hinako Ashihara, the artist behind the popular manga "Sexy Tanaka-san," which was adapted into a TV drama, Shogakukan, the publisher serializing her work, has announced that they are conducting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the script. (News On Japan)
Bento boxes developed by high school have been on sale at AEON stores in Aichi Prefecture since Wednesday, as part of the "Kids' Lunch Bento Box" program, allowing students to learn the basics of business firsthand.
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Japan's women's basketball team made a triumphant start in their quest for a third consecutive Olympic appearance by securing a resounding victory over Spain with a score of 86-75 in the opening game of the world final qualifiers for the Paris Olympics. (News On Japan)
On March 8th, Ishikawa Prefecture, which suffered damage from the Noto Peninsula earthquake, published the estimated population by age as of October last year. In the heavily damaged "Oku-Noto region," the proportion of the population aged 65 and over is around 50%, posing challenges such as how to promote the settlement of younger generations in tandem with recovery and reconstruction efforts. (News On Japan)
Satoshi Takamatsu, a former advertising creator turned photographer, aged 60, has revealed plans to become the third Japanese civilian to undertake a long-term stay at the International Space Station (ISS). (News On Japan)
A snow sculpture at the Sapporo Snow Festival replicating the human intestines is stopping people in their tracks, "How would anyone even think to create this?" (News On Japan)
Tokyo Disneyland has announced a special event titled "Celebrating Space Mountain: The Final Ignition!" to mark the closure of its iconic "Space Mountain" attraction. The event will run from April 9 to July 31, 2024, offering guests a final journey through space along with a trip down memory lane. (News On Japan)
As the Spring Festival approaches in just two days, Aomori Prefecture's official account on Chinese social media is experiencing unprecedented popularity, with a staggering 1.3 million followers, surpassing the population of Aomori itself. We delved into the secret behind this surge in interest. (News On Japan)
The "Light of the Swallowtail Butterfly" has been designated as Japan's first World Night View Heritage site. Over the past three years, ten sites, including the breathtaking views of Monaco, have been recognized as World Night View Heritages. Now, an eleventh site has been provisionally acknowledged. (News On Japan)
In response to the surge in online shopping and the anticipated "2024 problem," Japan Airlines (JAL) has unveiled the interior of its newly introduced cargo aircraft, marking the company's first foray back into dedicated freighters in 13 years. (News On Japan)
Since June 2019, Isobe has been creating works that express the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through clay animation videos. This weekend, a solo exhibition "Marumushi Shoten Isobe's Clay Animation World" by Marumushi Shoten's Isobe will be held at LAUGH & PEACE ART GALLERY OSAKA. (News On Japan)
In December 2023, Nippon Steel reached an agreement to acquire American steel giant US Steel in a deal worth 2 trillion yen. However, opposition has emerged from labor unions and former President Donald Trump. Unions claim that President Biden has also expressed opposition to the acquisition, potentially making it a topic of discussion in the November presidential election and increasing the headwinds facing Nippon Steel. (News On Japan)
Renowned for his unique character roles, actor Jiro Sato recently disclosed on social media that he has been grappling with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) since his elementary school days. What exactly is this condition, and when should one consider seeking medical advice? A psychiatric specialist provides clarity on these questions. (News On Japan)
A dog has attacked 12 individuals in a park in Isezaki, Gunma Prefecture, including elementary school students. The attacking dog, identified as a Shikoku breed, is believed to have escaped from its owner's residence. (News On Japan)
Nintendo announced on Wednesday that its net profit for April to December last year surged by 17.9% to a record 408 billion yen, bolstered by the depreciating yen which expanded its earnings. (News On Japan)
For the first time in two years, Japan's current account surplus has rebounded to the 20 trillion yen range over the last year, thanks to a decrease in oil prices leading to reduced import costs. (News On Japan)
As China's Spring Festival approaches, the phenomenon known as "explosive buying," which dominated discussions before the pandemic, is giving way to a trend in inbound consumption that places greater value on experiences over material goods. This shift towards "experience consumption" indicates a changing landscape in tourist behavior. (News On Japan)
Starting in April, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism has compiled a draft operational policy for the introduction of "ridesharing," where private drivers use their own vehicles to transport passengers for a fee. Under the proposed policy, the destination and fare would be confirmed at the time of reservation, with payments to be made cashlessly. Taxi companies, which will manage the operations, will be required to monitor the working conditions of drivers. (News On Japan)
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