Parakeet Rides Shinkansen Solo

Lost parakeet found riding the Shinkansen, taken into police custody.

Japan’s Fall Forecast

Japan's fall weather forecast predicts cooler temperatures and vibrant foliage.

Coed High Schools in Saitama

Saitama high schools transition to coed, reflecting changing educational norms.

KFC’s Tsukimi Burgers 2024

KFC Japan unveils its new Tsukimi burgers just in time for moon-viewing season.

Love Doll Maker Bids Farewell

Japan’s premier love doll maker closes with a heartfelt goodbye to fans.

Seicomart Choc Mint Craze

Fans of Seicomart go wild for new drinkable choc mint ice cream.

Nissin Antitrust Alert

Japan’s Nissin faces antitrust warning amid competitive practices scrutiny.

Fruit Teriyaki Burger Debut

Japanese burger chain launches a wild new fruit teriyaki burger, available for a limited time.

Kyoto Gold Bar Scam

Massive gold bar scam in Kyoto shocks the nation’s legal system.

Banking on Seniority

Japan’s banks maintain traditional seniority-based personnel systems.

Japan: Least God-Fearing

Survey reveals Japan ranks as the least god-fearing nation worldwide.

Rice Riots Blame Tourists

Foreign tourists blamed for Japan’s rice shortage and Reiwa Rice Riots.