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· Ana Yoo
Japanese Emperor Naruhito makes first public birthday address in four years
Japanese Emperor Naruhito gave his first public birthday address since ascending the throne over four years ago. On Thursday, Naruhito celebrated his 63rd birthday and spoke from a palace balcony to a large crowd of citizens below waving Japanese flags. He thanked those in…
· Carl Samson
Emperor Naruhito conveys ‘deep remorse’ for Japan’s actions in 76th anniversary of WWII surrender, still no apology
Japanese Emperor Naruhito expressed “deep remorse” for Japan’s atrocities in World War II on Sunday, which marked the 76th anniversary of the country’s surrender to Allied forces. A prevailing message: Naruhito, whose role as emperor is mostly ceremonial, is a grandson of…
· Ryan General
Japan, US commemorate Battle of Okinawa 80th anniversary
Japan recently marked 80 years since the end of the Battle of Okinawa, the final and bloodiest ground battle of World War II in the Pacific. A memorial ceremony was held on June 23 at Mabuni Hill in Itoman City, the site of the conflict’s last stages, where Prime Minister…
· Carl Samson
Princess Yuriko, oldest member of Japan’s imperial family, dies at 101
Princess Yuriko, the widow of Prince Mikasa and the oldest member of Japan’s imperial family, died at the age of 101 on Friday at St. Luke’s International Hospital in Tokyo. Yuriko had been hospitalized since March 3 following a stroke and aspiration pneumonia. Her condition…
· Bryan Ke
King Charles references ‘Pokemon,’ ‘Hello Kitty’ during state banquet
King Charles made a surprising “Pokemon” reference while hosting a Japanese state banquet attended by Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako on Tuesday. “I am only sorry to report that I haven’t had any better luck with more recent attempts at fishing – the Pokemon phrase ‘gotta…
· Michelle De Pacina
Japan’s imperial family joins Instagram
Japan’s imperial family has launched its Instagram account, aiming to connect with younger audiences and dispel their reclusive image. Key points:
· Rebecca Moon
Hanae Mori, designer known for butterfly motifs and empress’ wedding gown, dies at 96
Japanese designer Hanae Mori died at her Tokyo home on Aug. 11 at the age of 96. According to the Hanae Mori Office, Mori developed a mild fever a few days before her death, although a specific cause of death was not given. Known for her butterfly designs and film costumes, Mori…
· Jane Nam
Calling all allies: Here’s what happened on Biden’s mission-driven tour of Asia
In a news conference held on Monday in Tokyo, President Biden gave an unequivocal “yes,” when asked if the U.S. would get involved militarily if China were to attack Taiwan. Tensions have grown between China versus the U.S. and Taiwan amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict, during…
· Jane Nam
Husband of former Japanese princess Mako fails the New York bar exam for the second time
Kei Komuro, 30, the husband of former Japanese princess Mako Komuro, has failed the New York state bar exam for the second time. Kei, who graduated from New York’s Fordham University law school in 2021, first attempted the bar that same year.
· Carl Samson
Meet 104-year-old Chen Ping Ching, the last living member of WWII’s legendary ‘Flying Tigers’ squadron
On Aug. 15, Japan entered the 76th year since its defeat in World War II. Addressing a crowd of less than 200 people — the smallest audience since the annual commemoration began in 1963 — Emperor Naruhito, for the third consecutive year, expressed “deep remorse” over the…
· Bryan Ke
Oldest Zoo in Japan Asks Public’s Help Naming First Baby Elephant Born in 138 Years
A new baby elephant was born in Japan’s oldest zoo, and staff members are now asking for help in naming him. The public had their first glimpse of the male calf on Tuesday at the Ueno Zoological Gardens in Taito Ward, according to Reuters. He was born on Oct. 31.
· Carl Samson
Starbucks Japan is Now Selling Royal Milk Tea Frappuccinos, is Boba Next?
In celebration of the beginning of the Reiwa Era, Starbucks Japan has released a limited-edition frappuccino especially made for milk tea lovers. The new drink, called the Royal Milk Tea Frappuccino, comes in an inviting hue of tea and is topped with whipped cream sprinkled with…
· Ryan General
Tommy Lee Jones Has Been Secretly Starring in Japanese Commercials for 13 Years
An advertisement for a coffee brand in Japan had Hollywood star Tommy Lee Jones bidding an emotional sayonara to the Heisei Era. As it turns out, the 72-year-old actor has been secretly appearing in some Japanese ads for the beverage company Suntory since 2006.
· Bryan Ke
Japan’s New Era Name in English is the Same as the Theme Song of a Hentai Game
As we all know, Japan has entered a new era and the next emperor has been revealed. But it turns out that this new era’s name, Reiwa, with the two kanji characters 令和 which mean “orderly harmony” in English, may actually have a connection with a theme song for a porn game…
· Bryan Ke
One of Tokyo’s Most Luxurious Hotels Unveils Epic $900 Wagyu Beef Burger
Grand Hyatt Tokyo’s Oak Door restaurant is now launching a massive artisanal burger with wagyu beef and foie gras as part of its effort to honor the start of Japan’s new period and the country’s new emperor. The “Golden Giant Burger,” is a beast of a burger. It measures to be a…
· Carl Samson
Meet the Man Who Will Be Japan’s New Emperor in a Month
On May 1, Japan will welcome a new emperor and usher in a new era of “commanding peace.” Crown Prince Naruhito, 59, will succeed his father, Emperor Akihito, who will abdicate the Chrysanthemum Throne after three decades due to his age and declining health.
· Kyle Encina
Japanese Princess is Officially Giving Up Her Royal Title to Marry a Commoner
Japanese princess Mako of Akishino said on Sunday that she if officially set to give up her royal title so she could marry a commoner who was able to capture her heart with “bright smiles like the sun.” The 25-year-old first met her beau five years ago during a study-abroad…
· Ryan General
Japanese Man Saves Dying Forest in The Philippines By Eating Thousands of Mangoes in the 1970s
Almost half a century ago, a Japanese horticulturist initiated an effort to rebuild a deforested mountain in the Philippines. It was in the early 1970s and Osamu Nakagaki was only 25 when he invited his friends and volunteers to eat as many mangoes as they could so he could…
· Khier Casino
Japanese Princess Gives Up Royal Title to Marry a Commoner She Met at a Restaurant
Right out of the pages of a Disney movie, Princess Mako, the granddaughter of Japan’s Emperor Akihito, is ready to give up her royal title to marry a beach tourism worker she met at a restaurant. The 25-year-old princess is set to be engaged to Kei Komuro, also 25, who is a law…