Japanese city leads the way as marriage support extended to LGBTQ+ couples
Ichikawa city in Chiba Prefecture has announced a new system granting support to those in LGBTQ+ relationships.
James Richardson
James Richardson is a writer and Japan enthusiast. After living and working in Tokyo for over a decade, he shares his insights on Japanese society, culture, and current events.
Sanrio collaborate to create possibly the cutest smartwatches ever
Sanrio has partnered with a leading Japanese technology company to launch a special series of smartwatches.
Japanese mascot Chiitan defeats an entire city in landmark legal case
The popular mascot Chiitan has won a defamation suit against the city of Susaki in Kochi Prefecture.
Pokémon unveils new anime short “Dragonite and the Mailman”
The Pokémon franchise has announced an exciting new project set to be released on Pokémon Day.
Kyoto Animation arsonist’s defense team seeks to reinstate appeal
The legal team representing Shinji Aoba have filed to nullify his recent appeal withdrawal.
My Hero Academia and Captain America team up in special collaboration video
The two franchises have teamed up to celebrate the upcoming release of Captain America: Brave New World.
Pickpockets caught on camera in Tokyo’s Tsukiji Market
Japan is often perceived as a remarkably safe country, with incidents of petty crime, such as pickpocketing, relatively uncommon.
Japan’s Suica travel card to offer monthly subscriptions from 2028
In an increasingly digital landscape, JR East is striving to maintain the relevance of its iconic Suica transportation card.
Ome Plum Blossom Festival
This festival offers visitors a delightful experience, combining the beauty of plum blossoms with a vibrant festival atmosphere.