Tokyo crowd welcomes new sumo grand champion in ancient ceremony.

Mongolian Hoshoryu was promoted to yokozuna, sumo's highest rank, becoming the 74th yokozuna and first since 2021.

Heavy machinery to save man trapped in Saitama sinkhole.

Rescue crews in Saitama are using heavy machinery to stabilize a sinkhole that trapped a 74-year-old man and expanded significantly.

Japanese brewery creates BOOK IPA beer through circular economy collaboration.

Japan's ValueBooks and COEDO brewery launched BOOK IPA, a subtle beer designed to enhance the reading experience sustainably.

Sapporo, Japan's northern city, offers a full day of exploration.

Sapporo, Hokkaido’s capital, offers a unique blend of nature, culture, and cuisine, making it a must-visit destination in Japan.

1,656 food item prices in Japan rising February.

In February, 1,656 food items in Japan will see price increases, driven by rising costs of ingredients and production.

Japan's foreign worker count hits a record high for the 12th consecutive year.

Japan's foreign workforce reached a record 2.3 million, driven by labor shortages, with notable increases in various sectors and nationalities.

Tokyo's population inflow increases in 2024.

In 2024, Tokyo's net population inflow increased to 135,843, nearing pre-pandemic levels, while other prefectures showed varied trends.

Japan's immigration fees increase April 1.

Starting April 1, Japan will raise immigration application fees by up to 50%, the first increase in over 40 years.

Japanese elementary kids aspire to be VTubers as much as schoolteachers.

A recent survey shows that kids in Japan now prefer wanting to be VTubers over YouTubers when they grow up.

Japanese seek creative solutions to rising food prices.

Japanese homemaker Kirina Mochizuki struggles to afford okonomiyaki, her comfort food, due to rising cabbage prices and seeks discounts.

Fuji TV anticipates a ¥23 billion revenue loss due to the Nakai scandal.

Fuji TV expects a ¥23.3 billion drop in 2024 ad revenue due to advertisers pausing campaigns following a scandal.

Frito-Lay offers shaketoba fish-flavored corn chips exclusively in northern Japan.

Frito-Lay Japan's Shaketoba Corn Chips replace cheese with salmon for a unique, flavorful snack inspired by local cuisine.