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Japan Says ‘Sense of Crisis’ Needed over Taiwan
Japan on Tuesday said US-China tensions over Taiwan are an increasingly urgent issue that threatens regional stability, as the balance of power in Asia shifts between the rival countries.
World’s Oldest Man Crowned in Japan Aged 112
A 112-year-old Japanese man has been crowned the world’s oldest male, claiming that smiling is the key to longevity.
Japanese Billionaire Seeks Girlfriend for Moon Voyage on SpaceX
A Japanese billionaire has launched an online wanted ad for a girlfriend who will fly around the Moon with him on a SpaceX rocket.
Ghosn Stunning Escape Sparks Outrage Over Japan’s Bail System
Updated as of 05/21/20 – Carlos Ghosn’s stunning flight while on bail awaiting trial has vindicated prosecutors who said he should have been kept in custody, and sparked calls to toughen Japan’s justice system that critics say is already overly harsh.
Elderly Japanese Man Arrested for ‘Making 24,000 Complaint Calls’
A Japanese pensioner has been arrested after ringing a phone company 24,000 times to complain they had violated his contract, police and local media reported.
Japanese Spacecraft Bombed An Asteroid With Copper Cannonball
Japan’s space agency just dropped an explosive update confirming that its space probe, the Hayabusa2, has successfully fired an explosive device capable of blasting a crater on the asteroid Ryugu.
The Japanese Koi: The Bejewelled Fish From Asia
For a fish that can get more expensive than a Lamborghini, is the Japanese koi really worth the hype?
Hikikomori: Inside Japan’s Alarmingly Common Problem
What is happening to Japan’s young men? And, why do they choose to stay in isolation?
Unpacking Fear: Why Do Japanese Horror Movies Work?
Is Sadakaya the pinnacle of modern Japanese horror? We hope not.
The Rundown: All about Malaysia
A Traveler’s Guide To The Vibrant History and Culture of Malaysia
The Rundown: All About Indonesia
What You Need to Know Before You Explore Indonesia
The Rundown: All about the Philippines
Know the vibrant history of the Philippines and the reason behind its heavy Spanish, American, and Asian influences.
Ajinomoto: The King of MSG Pushes Reputation Overhaul
Umami-bomb or toxic allergen? There are perhaps few condiments as controversial as MSG, but most scientists say it’s safe, and now a Japanese firm is trying to give it a reputation overhaul.
21 Studio Ghibli Anime Films Coming to Netflix
Animated films from Japan’s Studio Ghibli, including Oscar winner “Spirited Away”, are coming to streaming giant Netflix, delighting many fans but leaving US subscribers disappointed as they will miss out.