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 …

In an electrifying showdown at Nagoya’s IG Arena on September 14, 2025, Naoya Inoue, the undisputed super bantamweight champion, solidified his legacy with a unanimous 3-0 decision victory over Murodjon Akhmadaliev. The 32-year-old Japanese boxing sensation defended his WBA, WBC, WBO, and IBF titles, marking his fifth successful defense of …