Japanese Prime Minister Apologizes Again Over Gift Certificate Controversy
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba issued another public apology during the House of Councillors’ Budget Committee meeting on Monday regarding the controversy surrounding the distribution of gift certificates to members of...
60% of Japan’s Online Casino Users Admit Gambling Addiction, Over 40% In Debt
A new survey conducted by Japan's National Police Agency has revealed alarming insights into online casino usage among Japanese residents, highlighting growing concerns over...
Shohei Ohtani Thrills Crowd in Japan, Homers in Dodgers’ Exhibition Game
Japanese baseball sensation Shohei Ohtani delighted a crowd of approximately 42,000 at Tokyo Dome, smashing a home run during an exhibition game between his...
Nariaki Obukuro Shifts Musical Direction with New Album “Zatto” Inspired by Empathy and Global Struggles
Nariaki Obukuro, the rising J-pop artist who made waves as a Sony Music Japan-backed musician before branching out independently in London, has made a...
Japan’s Hajime Moriyasu Names Squad for World Cup Qualifiers, Aiming for Early Qualification
Japan manager Hajime Moriyasu has named a familiar-looking squad for next week’s World Cup qualifiers, with an early spot in the 2026 tournament within...
