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Japan sees surge in home electrical repair fraud netting victims through online ads

TOKYO -- Recently, damage caused by unscrupulous contractors exploiting everyday household problems has been on the rise in Japan. One of the most pro

Japan seeks to replace up to 5 nuclear reactors by 2040s, 14 by 2050s

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan's industry ministry on Friday proposed replacing two to five aging nuclear reactors by the 2040s, and a total of 11 to 14 by th

Japan looks to replace up to 5 aging nuclear reactors by 2040s

Is Rural Japan Right for You? Factors to Consider Before Moving

Founder of Active Travel Japan and owner of a rural Airbnb shares insights on visas, starting a business and the pros and cons of life in Japan. The post Is Rural Japan Right for You? Factors to Consider Before Moving first appeared on JAPAN Forward.

In Finland, radioactive spent nuclear fuel soon to be buried underground

With space for 6,500 tons of uranium, a new facility in Finland is aimed at providing permanent storage for spent fuel from Finland's five nuclear reactors.

Embattled Nidec to suspend biz acquisitions

A panel of outside experts concluded that pressure to meet performance targets was among the factors behind the irregularities.

Osaka High Court backs safety approval for Oi nuclear reactors

The high court found that the NRA's safety approval for the No. 3 and No. 4 reactors at the nuclear plant in the town of Oi was reasonable.

New Book Tells the Story Behind Ado’s Rise to Worldwide Fame

Japanese music is increasingly joining the nation’s manga and anime as a wildly popular cultural export. One leading artist is Ado, the mysterious female singer who draws hundreds of thousands to her concerts without ever showing herself in public. A 2026 book explores her past and the factors that drive her art.