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Typhoon “Halong” Hits Japan’s Izu Islands
A powerful typhoon “Halong” struck Japan. Wind speeds reached 55 m/s with gusts up to 70 m/s, equivalent to a Category 3 hurricane. Residents are sharing footage of the destruction.
A powerful typhoon “Halong” struck Japan. Wind speeds reached 55 m/s with gusts up to 70 m/s, equivalent to a Category 3 hurricane. Residents are sharing footage of the destruction.
President Donald Trump has notified the leaders of South Korea, Japan, and Kazakhstan of a 25% tariff on imports starting August 1, citing the need to balance trade relations.
The historic price spike is driven by crop failures, heatwaves, and growing tourist demand.
Billboards appear in Tokyo as the company prepares for the console's wide release on June 5.
Focus is on an alliance with key Asian economies to pressure Beijing.
The anticipated disaster could claim up to 300,000 lives and cause $1.81 trillion in damage.
Cats are becoming part of workplace life in Japan, helping reduce stress and improve employee productivity across office environments.
Thousands of Japanese protest against the war
Tokyo expresses readiness to help those affected by the ongoing conflict
Tokyo restricts the supply of advanced equipment, tightening the technological blockade against Beijing.
Japanese prisons are becoming a sanctuary for lonely and impoverished elderly people. For many, it’s a last resort where they can find shelter, regular meals, and medical care. Lacking family, friends, or sufficient resources to live independently, some elderly individuals even offer a portion of their pension—up to 30,000 yen ($200) a month—to remain in prison.
Prince Tsunekazu Takeda, a great-great-grandson of Emperor Meiji, voiced support for Donald Trump’s decision to pull the US out of the Paris Climate Agreement. He suggested Japan should also reconsider its participation, citing excessive decarbonization costs and the lack of significant efforts by major carbon-emitting countries.
The Japanese firework Sanjakudama is a true pyrotechnic marvel. Weighing 300 kg, this colossal shell lights up the sky for hundreds of meters, creating a breathtaking spectacle.
Japanese engineers have developed a cutting-edge table tennis robot capable of outperforming even the strongest players. The machine calculates ball trajectories instantly, adapts to opponents' styles and skill levels, and can even play against two people simultaneously.
Tokyo authorities are implementing a 4-day workweek as part of efforts to reduce stress among women and encourage higher birth rates. Employees will also be allowed to shorten their workday by two hours for childcare purposes.
A cat gifted by Russian President Vladimir Putin to Norihisa Satake, Governor of Japan’s Akita Prefecture, 12 years ago, has passed away due to illness. The gift was originally presented as a symbol of gratitude for Russia’s assistance in the aftermath of the 2011 earthquake.
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