Autumn cherry blossoms in western Japan
Cherry trees that bloom in spring and autumn are in season in Shiga Prefecture, western Japan.
read moreCyclists take over Rainbow Bridge and others in Tokyo cycling event
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government holds a cycling event, closing off the Rainbow Bridge and other areas in Tokyo's water...
read moreMeteorological Agency: hottest year on record, winter could bring sudden heavy snow
The Japan Meteorological Agency releases its three-month forecast, saying there is a risk of a warm winter due to the El...
read moreHealth ministry subcommittee makes COVID-19 vax not free starting April 2024
A subcommittee of the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare decides that COVID-19 vaccinations will no longer be free of...
read moreTokyo police compete in life-saving skills compeition
The Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department Rescue Squad holds a rescue competition to compete in life-saving skills.
read moreJapan's tallest skyscraper and to open in Tokyo
Japan's tallest skyscraper and its surrounding facilities will open in Tokyo on November 24.
read moreTyphoon-struck train resumes operations east of Tokyo
A local railway in Chiba Prefecture that was hit by a typhoon resumes operations for the first time in nearly three mont...
read moreElementary school students in Tokyo experience VR
Elementary school students in Tokyo experience virtual reality during an English class.
read moreJapanese govt and airlines set up student loan fund for future aircraft mechanics
The Japanese government and airline companies set up a student loan fund for future aircraft mechanics.
read moreToshiba holds last shareholders' meeting before delisting
Conglomerate Toshiba holds its last general meeting of shareholders before delisting following a tender offer.
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