
LDP divided over move to criminalize desecration of Japan's flag, sought by JIP
While some party members have called for a bill to be enacted during the current session of parliament, others express concern over freedom of expression.

While some party members have called for a bill to be enacted during the current session of parliament, others express concern over freedom of expression.

Takayuki Kayano's crime comedy, 'How to Steal the Gold,' offers a playful look at real-life crime. The film explores how an ordinary life can unravel in surprising and humorous ways.

Chinese AI startup trains humanoid robots in Japanese hospitality. This could lead to more seamless and intuitive service experiences for tourists.

Japanese and U.K. researchers have found that having a transparent government-certified system may help encourage more people to buy organic food products.

The move opens up the role to prefectures other than just Osaka.

New release contains exclusive My Neighbour Totoro products that can’t be purchased anywhere else. Mother’s Day gift shopping can be a stressful experience when you’re looking to find the perfect pre

There is no threat of a tsunami, and there were no immediate reports of injuries or damage following the temblor, whose epicenter was in southern Ibaraki Prefecture.

Hayao Miyazaki gifted an autographed 'Porco Rosso' cel to French President Emmanuel Macron during his Japan visit. The gift highlights Miyazaki's anti-war stance, relevant amid discussions on global conflicts.

A male and a female will be sent to a zoo in Shizuoka Prefecture, which will send several animals in return to Indonesia including red pandas and giraffes.

Woodlands that inspired the creation of My Neighbor Totoro sit at the edge of the biggest city in Japan, but this fund helps keep them green. Though My Neighbor Totoro touches on a lot of Japanese cul

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