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Japan approves $19bn extra budget to curb fuel costs amid Iran tensions

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

Consumption tax cut is quickly turning into a headache for Takaichi

Translating the pledge from Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's administration into policy has proven more complicated than many lawmakers anticipated.

Japan Cabinet OKs 3 tril. yen extra budget to help tackle high energy costs

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan's Cabinet on Wednesday approved a draft supplementary budget of 3.11 trillion yen ($19.5 billion), just over two months into th

Australian Mogami ships to have ‘core DNA’ of Japan versions in boon for firms, interoperability: ADF chief

The move could prove a boon for Japan's defense industry, as it would allow domestic firms to play crucial roles in the vessels' maintenance and repair throughout their lifespan.

LDP approves bill criminalizing vandalism of national flag

Criminalizing flag vandalism is a key policy goal of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

Japan eyes multilayered approach to promote LGBT awareness

The government presented the draft program to the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, which approved it the same day.

Photo Collection Opens a Window on the Past

Photographs taken by Haga Hideo on the Amami islands in the early postwar years are a historical and cultural treasure trove today, sparking memories among the islands’ older residents and inspiring younger islanders to learn more about their heritage.

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.

Canada’s broader citizenship rules draw strong American interest, data shows

The high percentage of Americans being approved for Canadian citizenship signals that many Americans see Canada as an attractive place to ​live or study, immigration lawyers ⁠say.

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.

WHO chief urges safe burials in visit to heart of Ebola outbreak

Tedros said the rare Bundibugyo strain has no approved ⁠vaccines or treatments, making early palliative care — including isolation, rehydration and pain management — critical.

Most approve of Japan's post-divorce joint custody, but concerns remain: Mainichi poll

TOKYO -- A revised Civil Code allowing joint custody by both parents after divorce took effect in Japan in April. The country sees about 180,000 divor

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

Osaka Municipal Assembly approves proposed council to discuss metropolis plan

The council may hold its first meeting as soon as next month if its establishment is greenlit at the prefectural assembly's plenary meeting next Wednesday.

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.