Gull seems healthy despite arrow in head
A seagull is found behaving normally despite what appears to be an arrow stuck in its head.
read moreMilitary fashion show surprises
The Self-Defense Forces hold a fashion show to attract recruits to military careers.
read moreProtecting tradition through innovation
Paper-making companies in a town famous for washi rely on their wits and innovation to combat shrinking demand.
read moreImperial couple takes stealth stroll
Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko take a rare walk outside the Imperial Palace to enjoy the cherry blossoms.
read moreEnthronement parade set for October 22, 2019
Japan outlines a plan for ceremonies linked to Emperor Akihito's abdication and Crown Prince Naruhito's enthronement in ...
read moreJapan high school girls least happy with body shape: survey
A survey of high schoolers in Japan, the US, China and South Korea finds Japanese girls the least satisfied with their f...
read moreANA debuts virtual travel system
Japanese airline ANA is launching a new virtual travel experience.
read moreTeenagers aim for Mars
A group of high school students in Japan attempts to build an aircraft able to fly over Mars.
read moreForced sterilization victims demand redress
Diet members hear for the first time from disabled women who underwent forced sterilization under the nation's former eu...
read moreUdon marathon aims to promote local noodles
Takamatsu in western Japan promotes its famous udon noodles via a 60-kilo ultra "mara-nic" (marathon + picnic) with stop...
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