A 57-year-old woman was repeatedly stabbed by an unknown assailant on a street in Yokohama on Sunday night, and later died. The police have arrested a 33-year-old man who turned himself in at a police box on suspicion of murder. (News On Japan)

Shibuya Ward is planning to extend the current temporary ban on street drinking to a year-round prohibition as problematic behavior escalates, including an incident where a group of four people were setting off fireworks in a busy street, causing havoc. (News On Japan)

A two-year-old boy was slashed on the neck at a nursery school in Kagoshima City, revealing a troubling pattern of frequent injuries in the class managed by the arrested teacher. (News On Japan)

As solo activities like "solo BBQ" and "solo karaoke" gain popularity among Generation Z, a new trend called "solo wedding"—where individuals take photos dressed in wedding gowns alone—is emerging. We explored the appeal of this trend. (News On Japan)

Princess Aiko and other members of the Imperial Family paid their respects at the gravesite of Prince Katsura, a cousin of the Emperor Emeritus. (News On Japan)

In April last year, a ramen shop owner who was also a Yakuza leader was murdered in Kobe. The police have arrested five members from another Yakuza gang on suspicion of involvement in the killing. (News On Japan)

The body of a woman in her 30s, who had been separated from her husband for about a year and had recently been living alone in an apartment in Adachi, was found dead in the bathroom of her ex-husband's house on Thursday. (News On Japan)

A Japanese man working as a chef was fatally stabbed on a street in Vancouver, Canada. Police are currently searching for the suspect. (News On Japan)

A plastic bucket exploded at a golf practice range in Matsubara City, Osaka Prefecture on Thursday, with a note addressed to the company president later found attached. (News On Japan)

A capybara escaped from a theme park in Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture, on Thursday was found dead on a local road the following morning. (News On Japan)

A university student, who called himself the former 'Toe-Yoko King,' has been arrested for allegedly assaulting an 11-year-old elementary school girl he met in Tokyo's Kabukicho. (News On Japan)

The ongoing legal battle involving Matsumoto Hitoshi from the comedy duo 'Downtown' and allegations published by the weekly magazine Shukan Bunshun about a woman's claims of sexual misconduct has taken a new turn. (News On Japan)

A woman and her elementary school-aged daughter who were aboard a ferry have gone missing. (News On Japan)

A Chinese man who allegedly vandalized a stone pillar at Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo’s Chiyoda Ward with spray paint spoke to ANN, emphasizing that he has no intention of turning himself in. (News On Japan)

Once on the brink of extinction, the San'in Shiba Inu has gradually increased in number due to persistent efforts, with about 50 dogs gathering at an event in Yurihama, Tottori. (News On Japan)

The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare has revealed that Japan's birth rate in 2023 was the lowest on record, with approximately 730,000 births. The number of marriages also fell to around 470,000, dropping below 500,000 for the first time since 1933. (News On Japan)

Empress Masako participated in the traditional silkworm feeding ceremony, known as ‘Okyuusou’, at the Imperial Palace on June 4. This event involves providing mulberry leaves, the primary food source for silkworms, to those being raised at the palace. (News On Japan)

The Japanese government has confirmed that the Emperor and Empress will visit the UK as state guests from June 22 to 29. The decision was made at Tuesday morning's cabinet meeting. (News On Japan)

The former CEO of a company involved in selling 'marijuana gummies' has been arrested for the third time. (News On Japan)

Empress emerita Michiko has tested positive for COVID-19, while Emperor emeritus Akihito remains negative. It has been reported that Michiko is currently resting quietly. The 89-year-old began experiencing symptoms, including a cough, in the early hours of June 2. She underwent a PCR test on the morning of June 3, which confirmed the infection. (News On Japan)