Nara’s Mountain Grass Burn Festival Draws Spectacular Crowds
Nara celebrated its annual Yamayaki festival with fiery spectacle on Saturday night. This event perfectly represents a deeply rooted ancient tradition for the community....
Minamata Awareness: Johnny Depp Meets Victim in Tokyo
Hollywood actor Johnny Depp met a long-time Minamata survivor in Tokyo, and the meeting renewed global attention on Minamata awareness. The encounter highlighted the...
Japan China Tensions Rise
Japan China Tensions have escalated as Tokyo issued safety warnings to its citizens living and traveling in China. The advisory comes amid growing diplomatic...
Tuition-Free Access Reshapes Japan’s High School Landscape
Japan will introduce broad tuition-free access for private high school students in April 2026, signalling a major shift in how families choose secondary education....
Maritime Resources Festival Celebrates Japan’s Ocean Heritage
Japan’s Emperor and Empress attended the 44th annual Maritime Resources Festival in Shima, Mie Prefecture, on Sunday. The festival honors the nation’s fishing and...
