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Reading manga in print improves memory recall time vs. digital versions: Japan study

TOKYO -- Reading manga in print improves comprehension and reduces unnecessary brain activity compared to reading on a tablet, a University of Tokyo s

Housing industry hit by shortage of naphtha-derived materials

It is unclear when the situation will improve, and it could also have an impact on consumers in the form of higher housing prices or delayed construction.

As immigration rises, Kawasaki’s foreign council shows path toward inclusion

The council aims to improve the lives of foreign residents and foster a harmonious co-existence with native Japanese.

MLB NOTES | Munetaka Murakami Continues to Shine as a Rookie

The former Tokyo Yakult Swallows star is tied for second among MLB players with 20 home runs. He's been a key catalyst for the much-improved Chicago White Sox. The post MLB NOTES | Munetaka Murakami Continues to Shine as a Rookie first appeared on JAPAN Forward.

Japan's industrial production and retail sales improve despite Iran war

Long overdue, Japan updates its intelligence infrastructure

The government of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is taking steps to improve that capability with passage of the National Intelligence Council Law.

Japan's April jobless rate falls to 2.5%, 1st improvement in 2 months

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan's unemployment rate in April fell to 2.5 percent from 2.7 percent in the previous month, improving for the first time in two mo

Japan rolls out revamped weather warning system ahead of rainy season

The improved system features five alert levels for flooding, heavy rain, landslides and storm surges.

Japan’s younger generation enjoys gender-bending fashion

Many Japanese apparel companies are working to expand their product lineups and improve store environments to cater to the growing trend of genderless fashion.