Education News On Japan
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September 12, 2025 - 09:41
A flask exploded during a first-year science class at Himeji Municipal Sanyo Junior High School in Hyogo Prefecture at around 11 a.m. on September 11th, injuring six people including a teacher. (News On Japan)
September 11, 2025 - 19:03
Family challenges often come with emotional stress and financial strain. When legal issues arise, many people worry about how they will afford professional guidance while still protecting their best interests. (News On Japan)
September 11, 2025 - 09:41
Children at KidZania Fukuoka in Fukuoka City began a limited-time workshop on September 10th to learn about quantum computers, often described as next-generation machines capable of tackling complex calculations at speeds beyond conventional systems. (News On Japan)
September 9, 2025 - 14:58
In today’s fast-paced world, the ability to manage your time and stay organized isn’t just helpful — it’s critical. (News On Japan)
September 9, 2025 - 12:08
Let’s be honest: making friends as an adult often feels more complicated than it should be. In childhood and even during college years, friendships seemed to form naturally — on the playground, in class, through shared hobbies or group activities. (News On Japan)
September 9, 2025 - 10:54
A bear was seen crossing railway tracks in Sunagawa, Hokkaido, on Monday morning, marking the ninth consecutive day of bear appearances in the area, prompting nearby schools to take extra precautions for children. (News On Japan)
September 5, 2025 - 15:03
Prince Hisahito, the eldest son of Crown Prince Akishino, will celebrate his 19th birthday on September 6th, when he formally marks his coming-of-age. On the eve of the milestone, the Imperial Household Agency released footage of Hisahito’s daily life at the University of Tsukuba, where he is currently enrolled. (News On Japan)
September 4, 2025 - 10:51
ELENTO LLC will host TADAIMA 2025, a one-month co-living and co-creating residency program inviting digital nomads, local changemakers, and community leaders to explore new models of revitalization in rural regions. (News On Japan)
September 3, 2025 - 23:11
TELL, Japan’s leading mental health NPO supporting the international community, will launch its annual Step-Up Challenge on Wednesday, September 10th, World Suicide Prevention Day. (News On Japan)
September 3, 2025 - 07:52
Adding even the smallest figure can completely transform a watercolor landscape.In this video, I’ll show you the essential and surprisingly simple way to draw figures that bring your scenes to life. (Watercolor by Shibasaki)
September 2, 2025 - 14:06
As summer vacation ends, absenteeism among schoolchildren is on the rise, with the number of cases reaching record levels. The impact extends beyond children, with parents increasingly being forced to leave their jobs to care for them. (News On Japan)
September 1, 2025 - 22:08
AI is rapidly integrating into everyday life in Japan, with new applications ranging from real-time speech translation on smartphones and recipe planning to grading children's homework in seconds. (News On Japan)
September 1, 2025 - 21:05
Japanese women are marrying later than ever. In 2023, the average age at first marriage hit 29.7 for women and 31.1 for men. Many young adults aren't dating at all. Only 53.7% of 20-year-olds reported having dated someone in 2025, the lowest rate since 2016. (News On Japan)
September 1, 2025 - 10:04
Hyogo Prefectural Police School is often called Japan’s toughest. The academy imposes grueling, highly regimented training designed to test aptitude—what the school calls the “kyojo,” a crucible that weeds out those who are not suited to police work. (News On Japan)
August 30, 2025 - 03:10
Saga University will open a new faculty-level Cosmetic Science program in April 2026, the first of its kind at a national university. The intake is planned at about 30 students, with a curriculum designed to study cosmetics from a range of perspectives across multiple fields. (News On Japan)
August 27, 2025 - 12:47
Many elementary and junior high schools across Hokkaido began their second term on August 25, with campuses in bear-prone areas opening the term under heightened precautions. (News On Japan)
August 26, 2025 - 15:08
Online dating has come a long way since it first appeared. From smart algorithms to sleek design, international dating sites today are more diverse than ever. (News On Japan)
August 26, 2025 - 09:05
Kyoto University has reached a settlement in its lawsuit seeking the handover of the aging Yoshida Dormitory, Japan's oldest student dormitory, under which residents will temporarily move out while the university promptly carries out seismic retrofitting. (News On Japan)
August 25, 2025 - 04:01
At the Sone Manufacturing Plant in Kitakyushu, where the former Imperial Japanese Army produced poison gas shells, a newly uncovered report shows that workers suffered a series of accidents resulting in injuries. (News On Japan)
August 25, 2025 - 03:56
As technology reshapes the workplace, skills are coming under sharper focus. Indeed, the job search site operator, surveyed workers in Japan and the United States about skills.
Asked whether the importance of job-related skills is increasing, 56.2% in Japan and 82.5% in the United States said yes. (News On Japan)
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