Extended sakura season for Japan confirmed in updated cherry blossom forecast.

Travelers can plan cherry blossom viewing in Japan, with dates across the country projected to be earlier than last year.

Japan Post to sell $4.2B stake in banking unit.

Japan Post Holdings plans to sell a stake in Japan Post Bank for ¥630 billion, reducing its ownership below 50%.

Pokémon Day 2025 starts with a beautiful short film.

A new animated short film about a Paldean postal worker and Dragonite celebrates Pokémon Day and highlights the postal system's importance.

Distracted driver accidents peaked in 2024.

In 2024, mobile phone usage while driving led to a record 136 fatal or serious car accidents in Japan, rising concerns.

Japan faces record low birth rates, worsening demographic crisis.

Japan's birth rate hit a record low in 2024, intensifying challenges of funding social security for a shrinking workforce.

Nadeshiko Japan wins first SheBelieves Cup by defeating the United States.

Toko Koga's goal led Nadeshiko Japan to a 2-1 victory over the USA, winning their first SheBelieves Cup title.

Jins' new device enables PC use through head movements.

Jins launched "Jins Assist," a lightweight device enabling hands-free computer use via head movements for those with disabilities.

Oscar-nominated docs examine Japan closely.

Japan celebrates multiple Academy Award nominations for "Black Box Diaries," "Instruments of a Beating Heart," and "Magic Candies."

Japanese stock investors seek takeover targets via new fund.

Fivestar Asset Management will launch a fund investing in Japanese companies likely to face takeover bids amid governance reforms.

Japanese firms will提供无人机视频拍摄服务给游客.

JTB and partners will offer drone video services for tourists, launching on August 1 at a Kagawa national park.

Restaurants in Japan with English-language reservation options.

Making dining reservations in Japan is essential, with various English-language sites available, each offering unique pros and cons.

Starbucks at Ise Jingu has hidden secrets in its roof tiles.

Starbucks adapts its design in Japan, blending traditional architecture with its branding, notably at the Ise Naiku-mae branch.