Pharmaceutical Tariffs Exempt for Japan in New US Policy
The pharmaceutical tariffs exempt status for Japan takes center stage in the latest trade development. In a new U.S. directive, branded and patented drugs...
Megaquake Risk in Japan Sees Sharp Rise
Japan’s government panel has sharply revised its megaquake risk estimate, now placing the chance of a magnitude‑8 to 9 earthquake along the Nankai Trough...
Forced Seiza Case Sparks Hard Questions
A pair in Fukuoka Prefecture stands accused of making an employee sit in forced seiza posture for ten hours straight. The allegation has drawn...
Killer Mother Drama Explores Family and Violence
The new killer mother drama Queen Mantis has become one of Korea’s most talked-about TV series this season. Starring Go Hyun-jung, the series focuses...
Average Salary Rise in Japan Hits New Record
Japan's private-sector workforce saw a significant average salary rise in 2024, reaching an all-time high of ¥4.78 million. This marked a 3.9% increase from...
