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The Osaka Kansai Expo 2025, a monumental event celebrating innovation, sustainability, and global unity under the theme “Designing Future Society for Our Lives,” encountered a major logistical hurdle on August 13, 2025. A sudden power outage on the Osaka Metro Chuo Line—the primary transportation link to the Expo venue on …

Milk has a fascinating history in Japan, dating back to the 6th century when it was introduced by a Korean priest. However, it wasn’t until the Meiji Restoration in the 19th century that milk became a staple in Japanese diets. Today, milk is a common part of daily life in …

As the Pacific typhoon season intensifies in 2025, Japan is once again facing the forces of nature with the approach of Typhoon Lingling, designated as Typhoon No. 12. This powerful storm, which formed earlier today, is prompting urgent warnings from the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA). Current Status of Typhoon Lingling …