The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications announced that the national Consumer Price Index (CPI) for February, excluding volatile fresh food prices, increased by 2.8% compared to the same month last year. (News On Japan)
In response to Nissan Motor Co.'s violation of the subcontractor law, the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) has announced that it will conduct an "urgent inspection" to ensure no illegal transactions exist across the industry. (News On Japan)
Kusatsu Onsen in Gunma Prefecture, known as one of Japan's leading hot spring resorts, is experiencing a transformation. The famous tourist destination is now bustling with young visitors, marking a shift toward becoming a hot spot among the younger generation. (News On Japan)
Near JR Akabane Station in Tokyo's Kita Ward, the massive Kirigaoka Housing Complex stands as a dense collection of apartment buildings. The area around this huge complex is eerily quiet, with few people passing by. (News On Japan)
A new research facility dedicated to whales has been completed in Taiji, Wakayama Prefecture. (News On Japan)
In an effort to unearth and nurture fashion designers who can make their mark on the world stage, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government has organized a fashion contest specifically for students. (News On Japan)
A mega capsule toy store has opened its doors in Umeda, Osaka, featuring over 2,000 "gachagacha" machines including a wide range of items from popular characters to miniature toys. (News On Japan)
Nidec Corporation, an electronics manufacturer based in Kyoto, has announced that it has entered into a naming rights agreement with Keihan Group, which operates Kyoto Tower. (News On Japan)
Local media report that Major League Baseball (MLB) is not conducting an investigation into Shohei Ohtani, the Dodgers' player, amidst suspicions involving his interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, in illegal gambling. (News On Japan)
For the first time since the 1950s, when statistics began to be collected, the number of people arrested in drug-related incidents involving marijuana has surpassed those involving stimulants, with 6,482 arrests for marijuana and 5,914 for stimulants last year, according to the National Police Agency. (News On Japan)
Salamanders are well-known for their ability to completely regenerate lost limbs, but it has now been discovered that they can also regrow parts, such as toes, that they were not born with. (News On Japan)
Japan Airlines announced its plan to introduce 42 new passenger aircraft with high fuel efficiency between the fiscal years of 2025 and 2030. (News On Japan)
Starting with the 2026 academic year, Kyoto University announced the introduction of admission slots exclusively available to women in its Faculty of Science and Faculty of Engineering. (News On Japan)
The Nikkei Stock Average on the Tokyo Stock Exchange has updated its all-time high during trading hours for the second consecutive day, momentarily reaching the 41,000 yen mark. (News On Japan)
The Emperor and Empress embarked on a visit to Ishikawa Prefecture, aiming to personally assess the devastation caused by the Noto Peninsula earthquake. (News On Japan)
Hitachi Ltd. has unveiled a full-scale model of the new train cars for the Washington, D.C. Metro system in the United States. The new vehicles are equipped with digital screens that provide real-time information and high-resolution security cameras for passenger safety. (News On Japan)
The face of a young boy from the Yayoi period has been reconstructed based on a skull unearthed at an archaeological site. (News On Japan)
The Los Angeles Dodgers have terminated the contract of Shohei Ohtani's interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, following allegations of involvement in illegal sports gambling, as reported by local media. (News On Japan)
The Kyoto Imperial Palace, typically reserved for semi-annual public viewing, is currently hosting a special spring exhibition titled "Introduction to Court Culture." (News On Japan)
A dog sled race, where teams compete against the clock as dogs pull sleds with riders, was held in Fukagawa City, Hokkaido, drawing wild enthusiasm from spectators at the high-speed event. (News On Japan)
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