Japan’s population decline worsens as births hit record low
Recently released birth statistics show a startling snapshot of Japan's ongoing population crisis.
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Sapporo subway to introduce credit card touch payment at all stations
The Sapporo Subway is set to roll-out the ability to pay via credit card at all stations on its network, starting from late April.
Haikyu!! fans will be ready for anything with new emergency kit collaboration
Two brand new disaster prevention kits are to be released this month in collaboration with popular sports anime Haikyu!!.
New official Godzilla store opens in Tokyo’s Shibuya
A new official Godzilla store will open in one of Tokyo's most popular areas this April.
The Apothecary Diaries partners with real life pharmacy in new educational campaign
A collaborative campaign between the popular TV anime "The Apothecary Diaries" and a real life pharmacy chain has been announced.
Saudi Arabian deal will see manga series including Fist of the North Star released in Arabic
A Saudi distributor has signed a licensing agreement that will bring popular manga, including Fist of the North Star, to the country.
Have you tried Google’s new secret Pokémon catching mini-game?
Google has unexpectedly introduced an interactive mini-game whereby search users can catch Pokémon within their browser.
Tourists blocking train with luggage sparks online outrage in Japan
The manners, or lack thereof, of tourists has once again come to the forefront of Japanese social media, with train etiquette this time the source of native's frustration with foreigners.
What is Shiba Inu Day and why is it celebrated by Japan in April?
Shiba Inu are undoubtedly the most famous breed of Japanese dogs, and the country celebrates them on a special day each April.
LUSH renames sakura bath bomb in Japan to protest U.S. rollback of DEI
LUSH, the natural cosmetics retailer, has announced a temporary renaming of three of its popular bath bombs.