Govt has shortlist of new era names
Japanese learn the name of their new Imperial era in just five days.
read moreEmperor enjoys cherry blossoms in Kyoto
Japan's emperor and empress view cherry blossoms in the ancient capital of Kyoto.
read moreGov't warns of eating toxic plants
Japan's Consumer Affairs Agency cautions people on eating toxic plants that look like leeks.
read moreNew ALS treatment to see clinical trial
Researchers at Kyoto University will launch clinical trials on a new treatment for the disease ALS.
read moreImperial Couple announce abdication to mythic emperor
Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko visit the tomb of legendary first Emperor Jimmu to announce Akihito's abdication on ...
read moreDressing up for a graduation ceremony
These graduates like to be creative on their special day.
read moreListening to an Android preach
What kind of revelation would you get from this preaching robot?
read moreGSDF launches new base to enhance defense
Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force launched a new base in Okinawa to enhance defense.
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