Japan’s Men’s Volleyball Team Suffers Heartbreaking Early Exit from World Championship In the high-stakes world of international volleyball, few moments sting quite like an unexpected elimination. On September 15, 2025, in Manila, the Japan men’s volleyball team—ranked seventh globally—faced a devastating 0-3 straight-set loss to ninth-ranked Canada in the FIVB …

Ito Mayor’s 19.2-Second Diploma Scandal Sparks Outrage on X: Japan’s Political Drama Unfolds In the serene coastal town of Ito in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, where hot springs draw tourists from around the world, a political storm has been brewing for months. At the center is Maki Takubo, the 55-year-old mayor …

Japan’s reputation for impeccable cleanliness and environmental stewardship is no accident. From the bustling streets of Tokyo to the serene countryside, the nation’s waste management system is a model of efficiency and discipline. Central to this system are the rules governing garbage bags: many areas require them to be transparent …