The Tokyo 2025 World Athletics Championships, set to kick off on September 13, 2025, at the iconic National Stadium, promises to be a global spectacle.  With over 2,000 elite athletes from approximately 200 countries and regions converging on Japan, the event showcases the pinnacle of human athleticism.  Powerhouses like the …

In the ever-evolving landscape of global economics, Japan’s business sector is facing unprecedented challenges. August 2025 marked a grim milestone for Japanese companies, with corporate bankruptcies exceeding 800 cases for the first time in 12 years. This surge, fueled by acute labor shortages and skyrocketing personnel costs, signals deeper structural …

In an era where innovation meets everyday convenience, Honda is pushing the boundaries of personal transportation with the launch of its groundbreaking UNI-ONE electric mobility device. Drawing on decades of robotics expertise, including the iconic ASIMO humanoid robot, this hands-free, single-person vehicle promises to make movement effortless, accessible, and fun. …

In the fast-paced world of global commerce, policy decisions can ripple across borders, affecting everything from online shopping carts to international supply chains. As of September 2025, the U.S. under President Donald Trump’s administration has implemented sweeping tariff reforms by revoking the “de minimis” exemption. This rule previously allowed imports …

As autumn approaches, Japan is no stranger to fluctuating weather patterns, but the latest forecast from the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) has caught widespread attention. On September 8, 2025, the JMA announced an “Early Weather Information on High Temperatures,” warning of unusually elevated temperatures across the entire country starting around …

In the vibrant world of J-pop and Japanese cinema, few collaborations capture the heart quite like the fusion of music and storytelling. Okinawan rock band ORANGE RANGE has just announced their latest single, “Towa no Hikari” (Eternal Light), set to serve as the theme song for the highly anticipated film …

Incident in a Japanese Sushi Restaurant: When a Simple Spill Leads to Assault In the bustling world of family dining, accidents happen—especially when young children are involved. But what starts as a minor mishap can sometimes escalate into something far more serious. On the evening of September 6, 2025, in …

In the world of anime, few series have captured the hearts of fans quite like Assassination Classroom. This beloved story, blending high-stakes action, humor, and profound life lessons, is celebrating a major milestone: its 10th anniversary since the anime’s original broadcast. To mark this occasion, a brand-new theatrical film titled …

In the fast-paced world of professional boxing, few names command as much respect and excitement as Naoya Inoue, Japan’s undisputed super bantamweight champion. As the highly anticipated clash between Inoue and Uzbekistan’s Murodjon Akhmadaliev draws near on September 14, 2025, at Nagoya’s IG Arena, a shadow has been cast over …

Rising Movie Ticket Prices in Japan: Will 2200 Yen Become the New Standard? In the vibrant world of Japanese cinema, where blockbuster anime adaptations and live-action epics dominate the box office, a subtle shift is underway that’s catching the attention of moviegoers worldwide. On September 1, 2024, T-Joy, one of …