Japan's Heatstroke Guidelines Get an Update with 'Most Severe' Category

Japan introduces a new 'most severe' category in its heatstroke guidelines.

Stay Cool with Muji's Essential Summer Offers

Muji lets you fill water bottles for free, even if you didn’t buy them there.

Historic Surge: Japan's Foreign Population Hits New Milestone

Japan’s foreign population reaches a historic high following the largest single-year surge ever.

Japan's Life Expectancy on the Rise

Japan sees an increase in average life expectancy for the first time in three years.

Island Hide-and-Seek: Thrill on Japan's Abandoned Isles

Join the exciting hide-and-seek events on a deserted Japanese island this August and November.

Rice in Distress: Heat Waves Trigger Quality Decline and Shortage in Japan

Japan faces a rice shortage as heat waves affect crop quality, leading to decreased availability.

Kiki’s Bag Bonanza

Studio Ghibli’s new release features a perfect replica of Kiki’s bag from Kiki’s Delivery Service.

Bid on Japanese Ambulances, Pachinko Machines, and Samurai Swords

Discover unique items like ambulances, pachinko machines, and samurai swords available on a Japanese government auction site.

Crunch into Japan’s Finest: Edamame Potato Chips

Edamame potato chips made with dadachamame, Japan’s king of edamame.

Revolutionary Blood Test for Alzheimer’s: More Accurate Than Ever

A new blood test shows greater accuracy in diagnosing Alzheimer’s compared to traditional methods.

Chill Out with Family Mart’s Cold Ramen

Discover Family Mart’s new cold ramen, perfect for summer refreshment.

Honoring the Fallen: Mount Ontake Memorial Climb

Climbers hold a memorial for eruption victims at Mount Ontake’s peak.