Why make a stopover in Japan’s small but mighty “little Kyoto”?

In Ozu, you can stay in a hotel spread across an ancient castle, samurai apartments, and former merchants' houses, while supporting the city's award-winning style of sustainable tourism. Read more »

Japan’s Space One rocket explodes after lift-off: live footage

The inaugural launch of Japan's Space One rocket collapsed on Wednesday when the Kairos rocket exploded seconds after liftoff, marking the first to pass through the country's personal sector to reach Array. Read more »

Japan’s Plan for a New JGSDF Training Site in Okinawa Stokes Opposition

The Ministry of Defense plans to build a new training ground for the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force in the central area of Okinawa’s main island. Read more »

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Japan’s plan for new JGSDF education in Okinawa fuels opposition

The Ministry of Defense plans to build a new floor for the Japanese Ground Self-Defense Forces in the central area of the main island of Okinawa. Read more »

Random: Nintendo updates the for its Japanese site

One more key needs to be pressed: Nintendo has announced that it has updated the URL of its Japanese website, which means that those who wish to stop at it will no... Read more »

Japan Loses Third-Largest Economy Spot To Germany After Slipping Into Recession

Japan reported a second straight quarter of GDP decline in the fourth quarter of 2023, confounding forecasts of around 1.1% growth by economists. Read more »

Why Japan’s Shizuoka Prefecture, Just Two Hours From Tokyo, Is A Moment

Need a break from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo? This leafy Japanese region is just two hours out of the city, but feels a world away. Read more »

Japanese Space One’s Maiden Rocket Explodes After Lift-Off (Lead)

Tokyo, March 13 (IANS) The maiden launch of Japan's Space One rocket failed on Wednesday when the Kairos rocket exploded seconds after liftoff. Read more »

Hoshinoya Tokyo Hotel Reviews: Traditional Japanese Hospitality in the Big City

Designed as a classic ryokan in the middle of the big city, Hoshinoya Tokyo incorporates classic Japanese art and design into each and every element, adding its tranquil rooms, top-floor onsen bath,... Read more »