Private education costs in Japan reach record levels through high school.

Private school education costs in Japan reached a record ¥19.76 million, driven by resumed activities post-pandemic, says a report.

1,380 food item prices in Japan rising January.

In January, 195 food and beverage companies will increase prices on 1,380 products, primarily bread, due to rising costs.

Bear breaks into house in Japan, adapts to winter like locals.

A bear casually entered a home in Japan and lounged under a kotatsu during the winter snow.

Japan Airlines cyberattack affects flights.

Japan Airlines confirmed a cyberattack affecting its systems, resulting in flight delays and temporary ticket sales suspension for Thursday.

Japan should protect children without banning social media.

Countries are addressing social media harms, but Japan lacks discussion despite rising youth mental health issues and bullying statistics.

Tokyo to launch four-day workweek for women's empowerment.

Tokyo will implement a four-day workweek in April to improve working conditions and promote flexible work styles, especially for women.

Japan increases teacher allowances by 10%.

The government will gradually increase public school teachers' adjustment allowances to 10% by 2030, starting in fiscal 2025.

Japanese content demand surges post-'Shogun' success.

The success of "Shogun" has increased demand for authentic Japanese content, prompting local creators to adapt their works.

Japan ministers agree to halve drug prices.

Health ministers plan drug price cuts to reduce patient costs while increasing out-of-pocket expenses for some to lower public health spending.

Japan seeks greater school autonomy in curriculum updates.

Education minister Toshiko Abe seeks to revise school curriculum guidelines, allowing more flexibility in class hours and improving media literacy.

Shizuoka residents have the longest healthy lifespan in Japan.

As of 2022, Shizuoka Prefecture has the highest healthy life expectancy in Japan, while Iwate Prefecture has the lowest.

2024 marked Japanese TV's rise in prestige.

The new FX adaptation of "Shogun" captivated audiences and won Emmys, highlighting Japan's rising creative prowess in global television.