Study: Hundreds in Indonesia legally named after anime characters like Naruto, Inuyasha.
In Indonesia, many people are naming their children after anime characters, reflecting the medium's growing global popularity.
Kevin Kobayashi
Japan's inflation paradox leads to unequal benefits and detriments.
Chieko Sugai, a struggling 72-year-old widow, faces financial hardship due to rising costs and low pensions in Murakami.
Foreign guest overnight stays surpass pre-pandemic levels in 39 prefectures.
In 2025, Japan saw a 55.6% rise in foreign overnight stays, driven by regional tourism growth post-pandemic, especially in Ehime.
Tram from Hiroshima bombing now featured in limited-time history tour.
Hiroshima's "Peace Loop 653" tour offers a unique tram experience, connecting visitors to the city’s atomic bomb history and recovery.
Foreign residents in Japan's preferences for end-of-life location.
As Japan's population ages, the rising foreign residents face questions about their preferred end-of-life wishes during the Bon holiday.
Japanese arcade chain offers crane game coaches for winning prizes.
Natsuno learns crane game techniques at Benex, winning various prizes and gaining confidence with the help of the Assist Crew.
Japan launches H3 rocket carrying Michibiki satellite.
JAXA successfully launched the H3 rocket carrying the Michibiki No. 7 satellite, marking a return to reliable satellite missions.
7-Eleven Japan introduces doughnut-like tonkotsu ramen fried chicken.
7-Eleven introduces unique fried chicken inspired by tonkotsu ramen flavor and a new snack for enhancing ramen.
Japan’s language rules for permanent residency should ensure applicants demonstrate proficiency in the Japanese language.
Japan proposes language and orientation requirements for permanent residency, marking a shift toward better integration of foreign residents.
1,400+ Japanese cities: foreign populations increase, total populations decrease.
Japan's foreign resident population is increasing significantly, while the native population continues to decline, according to government data.
Gut bacteria linked to Japan's colorectal cancer cases.
A Japanese study found colibactin toxin in nearly half of colorectal cancer cases, linking it to genetic mutations and potential prevention.
Japan's government debt reached a record ¥1.3 trillion by the end of June.
Japan's central government debt reached a record ¥1.34 trillion, reflecting ongoing borrowing due to spending exceeding tax revenues.