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· Ryan General
Japanese scientists successfully use artificial DNA to kill cancer cells
“The results of this study are good news for doctors, drug discovery researchers and cancer patients, as we believe it will give them new options for drug development and medication policies”
· Ryan General
Watch: Japanese rugby fans sing opponents’ national anthems during matches
Videos show Japanese fans singing the opposing teams’ national anthems as the games kicked off in the Pacific Nations Series in Samoa in July
· Editorial Staff
Man in Japan arrested for throwing dog at police officer
A man in Japan was recently arrested for throwing a dog at a police officer mid-rant. A lost dog: On July 25, a passerby spotted a dog roaming around Hyogo Ward in the city of Kobe, according to local reports.
· Bryan Ke
President of Japanese masturbation aid company once self-tested 48 prototypes in a row
Koichi Matsumoto, president of popular Japanese masturbation aid company Tenga, recently revealed that he takes a hands-on approach when testing new products before their release. Key details: Matsumoto, 56, talked about his approach during an interview with Japanese magazine…
· Carl Samson
Celebrating Tōrō Nagashi, Japan’s floating lanterns that guide the departed
As the Japanese festival of Obon — or simply Bon — comes to a close, observers partake in a ceremony that some appear to celebrate as another festival on its own: Tōrō Nagashi. What it is: Tōrō Nagashi, which literally translates to “lantern cruises,” is traditionally performed…
· Ryan General
Japan registers record population decline, unprecedented surge in foreign residents
This data underscores the growing significance of non-Japanese individuals in a nation grappling with demographic challenges
· Carl Samson
Japanese man who spent $16K to become a ‘dog’ shares video of 1st public walk
A Japanese man who shelled out thousands of dollars on a realistic rough collie costume to fulfill his childhood dream of becoming a dog has shared a video of his first public walk. The video: The man, known only by his canine moniker “Toco,” can be seen interacting with people…
· Bryan Ke
‘Simply special’: Japanese boxing star Naoya Inoue continues undefeated streak
Japanese boxing superstar Naoya Inoue proved on Tuesday night that he is a force to be reckoned with after defeating American boxer Stephen Fulton. Key details: The stunning win occurred at Tokyo’s Ariaka Arena when Inoue, 30, secured his 25th consecutive win and 22nd knockout…
· Michelle De Pacina
Japanese city apologizes for telling pregnant women to cook, massage, ‘smile’ for husbands
The mayor of Onomichi in Japan’s Hiroshima prefecture, has issued a public apology for the city’s distribution of flyers telling pregnant women how to please their husbands after becoming mothers. What’s on the flyers: The flyers were created based on a public survey of 100…
· Carl Samson
Japan’s Nara deer take shelter from rain in adorable viral video
A herd of deer unfazed by humans while taking shelter from heavy rains in Nara, Japan, is the subject of a viral video. Background: Nara, a city in its namesake prefecture in central Japan, is home to a thriving population of wild deer, herds of which roam its famous public…
· Chandler Treon
Japanese pop star Shinjiro Atae comes out as gay during Tokyo performance
J-pop idol Shinjiro Atae came out as gay during a performance in central Tokyo. Coming out: In his first performance since taking a nearly two-year hiatus, Atae read a letter he had prepared to an audience of around 2,000 spectators on Wednesday night to a chorus of cheers and…
· Isa Peralta
‘Your Name’ studio produces anime to commemorate 1st Pokémon World Championships in Japan
The Japanese film studio behind several Makoto Shinkai films has recently produced a short anime to commemorate this year’s Pokémon World Championships. About the anime: The one-minute video, which was released on Sunday, shows different Pokémon players from around the world in…
· Ryan General
82-year-old Japanese man who killed paralyzed wife gets 3-year prison sentence
“The wife did nothing wrong, so her feeling of despair and chagrin at being pushed into the ocean by her husband who she trusted is unfathomable”
· Chandler Treon
Japan’s Women’s World Cup team cleans stadium, leaves note after opening victory
Japan has continued its tradition of cleaning up after themselves at the 2023 Women’s World Cup. The team: The women’s national team left their locker room spotless after their 5-0 victory in their opening match against Zambia on Saturday, also leaving behind a thoughtful…
· Isa Peralta
Japanese pizza restaurant chain unveils ‘Ice Cream Fondue Pizza’
A Japanese pizza restaurant chain is making headlines for its new menu item: “Ice Cream Fondue Pizza.” About the pizza: On Friday, Aoki’s Pizza announced that its new “summer adventure pizza” will be available for purchase until Aug. 31.
· Ryan General
Video: Divers encounter giant ‘doomsday fish’ of Japanese legend off Taiwan coast
In Japanese culture, the oarfish is revered as a “Messenger from the Sea God’s Palace” and has gained a reputation as a harbinger of impending doom
· Bryan Ke
Texas museum to return Good Luck Flag of WWII Japanese soldier back to his family
A flag that belonged to a fallen Japanese soldier during World War II will be returned to his family after being kept on display at the USS Lexington Museum in Corpus Christi, Texas, for 29 years. Return of the flag: The Japanese Good Luck Flag repatriation ceremony was held on…
· Bryan Ke
Controversial livestreamer confronted by enraged Japanese-speaking woman in Bangkok
A controversial Kick livestreamer was recently confronted by an enraged Japanese-speaking woman while livestreaming in Bangkok. Key details: A clip of JohnnySomali’s recent livestream began circulating on Twitter on Thursday.
· Carl Samson
Fukushima explained: Why Japan is releasing over a million tons of treated radioactive water into the sea
On an ordinary spring day in Japan in 2011, one of the most devastating natural disasters in modern history occurred. An undersea megathrust earthquake — with a magnitude of 9.1 — rocked the Pacific Ocean 72 kilometers (approximately 45 miles) east of the Oshika Peninsula of the…
· Isa Peralta
Singapore passport overtakes Japan’s as world’s most powerful
Singapore has recently dethroned Japan to claim the title of having the world’s most powerful passport, according to a new ranking. About the ranking: This year’s most recent Henley Passport Index, which is “the original, authoritative ranking of all the world’s passports…
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Tokyo Disney
Tokyo Disney connects to Oriental Land, the company that runs the resort and the spending around it.
Company · Japan · TYO:7832
Bandai Namco Holdings
Bandai Namco sits behind toys, anime IP, games, and licensing that turn fandom into everyday consumer products.
Company · Japan · TYO:9697
Capcom
Capcom is a good read on how long-running game worlds keep producing sales, streams, and fandom years after launch.
Company · Japan · TYO:4751
CyberAgent
CyberAgent runs ABEMA streaming and Cygames' hits like Uma Musume and Granblue Fantasy — a media-and-games force in Japanese pop culture.
Company · Japan · TYO:9983
Fast Retailing
Fast Retailing matters because Uniqlo is an everyday consumer habit, not just a stock story.
Company · Japan · TYO:9468
Kadokawa
Kadokawa ties publishing, anime adaptation, games, and fandom discovery into one listed media company.
Company · Japan · TYO:2801
Kikkoman
Kikkoman is how Japanese flavor went global — the soy sauce that became a default condiment on Western tables and made 'umami' a kitchen word.
Company · Japan · TYO:9766
Konami Group
Konami sits on a vault of iconic IP — Yu-Gi-Oh cards, Metal Gear, Silent Hill — plus a huge trading-card and mobile business.
Company · Japan · TYO:7974
Nintendo
Nintendo turns beloved game worlds into hardware, software, parks, merch, and repeat family spending.