A 'biting dolphin' has reappeared at a Fukui Prefecture beach this year, injuring a junior high school student. Cameras captured footage of the dolphin swimming in the same waters. (News On Japan)
Japan's territory today is divided into 47 areas called prefectures. This system was established in 1868 to replace the old provinces which had actually been in use since the year 600. (General Knowledge)
A 43-year-old American male, who has been teaching English at elementary and junior high schools in Kanagawa Prefecture for 18 years, is voicing his struggles with living expenses. (News On Japan)
Japanese swords, also known as 'katanas,' are samurai sword made in Japan. Many sword collectors highly regard katanas for their sharpness, durability, and rich history. That's why a real katana can cost as much as $200,000. (News On Japan)
The 'Hajimete Challenge' service is gaining popularity for helping children complete their first errands. The service, provided by Tokyo-based video production company WAGAKOTO, includes filming and editing the errand experience, which is then sent to parents. (News On Japan)
As Japan comes under a wave of strict new laws decreed by Shogun Tokugawa Tsunayoshi, the tension is set to burst when a group of 47 Ronin carry out a now legendary attack against a rival government official, eventually coming to be known as the Ako Incident. (The Shogunate)
Japanese swords, or katanas, have seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years. However, many people often find themselves puzzled, thinking that all swords look the same and unsure of how to appreciate them. To address this, a special exhibition is being held to help enthusiasts distinguish and enjoy these historical weapons. (News On Japan)
Kings and Generals' historical animated documentary series covering the Pacific War continues with a video on the early Japanese success during the Burma-India campaign of 1942-1943, as we cover the battles of the Fall of Rangoon, Stilwell's command, First Arakan campaign and the Chindits penetration. (Kings and Generals)
A compliance training session for host clubs in Tokyo's Kabukicho district was conducted in response to a series of "urikake" problems, where malicious host clubs saddled customers with exorbitant debts. (News On Japan)
Multiple male students from a public junior high school in Saitama Prefecture are under investigation for allegedly secretly filming their female classmates while they were bathing during a school trip, according to police sources. (News On Japan)
Japan's Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology has announced plans to transition the National Academic Test, conducted annually for all sixth-grade and third-year junior high school students, to an entirely online format from 2027. The traditional paper-based test will be replaced by computer-based testing. (News On Japan)
In May, a tragic accident occurred in Tokyo when a 2-year-old girl died after her neck was caught in a car window. This incident raises concerns about the potential dangers of car windows. What precautions should be taken when traveling with children in a car? (News On Japan)