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· Carl Samson
Watch: Woman left by father as a child rents man to be her ‘dad’ in Japan visit
A woman abandoned by her father as a child hired a man to fill the void during a recent trip to Japan. Key points:
· Carl Samson
Japan raises alarm as deadly ‘flesh-eating disease’ spreads at record levels
Tokyo has issued a health warning amid a significant rise in cases of streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS), a rare but severe — and deadly — bacterial infection that has been plaguing Japan for months. Key points:
· Michelle De Pacina
How Trader Joe’s tote bags became so fashionable in Japan
While Trader Joe’s tote bags in the U.S. have become a viral sensation due to social media, the canvas bags have long been an unexpected status symbol in Japan. Key points:
· Ryan General
Japan’s most famous cherry blossom trees could disappear due to climate change
Climate change could cause Japan’s famous Somei-Yoshino cherry trees to become extinct in some areas by 2100, a new report suggests. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
KFC disposes of ‘Curse of the Colonel’ statue in Japan
KFC Japan has announced the disposal of a giant plastic statue of the fast-food chain’s iconic founder, Colonel Harland Sanders, which initially brought a “curse” to loyal Osaka’s Hanshin Tigers fans before evolving into their “good luck” charm. Key points:
· Ryan General
‘Sushi terrorism’ leaves just one major conveyor-belt sushi chain standing in Japan
“Sushi terrorism” pranks, which involve customers licking communal soy sauce bottles and tampering with dishes, have forced nearly all major restaurant chains in Japan’s iconic conveyor-belt sushi industry to ditch their self-service models. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Massachusetts family helps return looted artifacts found in later father’s attic to Japan
A Massachusetts family called the FBI for help in returning the nearly two dozen looted Japanese artifacts they discovered while sorting through belongings in their late father’s attic after his death in 2023. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Watch: Japanese zoo staff plays ‘white tiger’ in animal escape drill
A zoo in Japan’s Saitama Prefecture is making headlines after conducting an animal escape drill that saw a staff member don a white tiger’s costume and run around the park as the fugitive beast. Why it matters: Tobu Zoological Park, located in the town of Miyashiro, holds escape…
· Ryan General
Ban on same-sex marriage is unconstitutional, Japan court rules
A Japanese high court made a landmark ruling on Thursday, saying the country’s lack of legal support for same-sex marriage violates the constitution. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Cat that escaped after fall into vat of chemicals in Japan prompts health warning
A cat that made a daring escape after falling into a vat of hazardous chemicals at a factory in Japan over the weekend has prompted city officials to issue a public health warning. What happened: The incident occurred at the Nomura Mekki Fukuyama factory in Fukuyama, a city in…
· Ryan General
Differences between Japanese and Korean Shin Ramyeon noodles spark backlash
A viral video comparing Shin Ramyeon sold in South Korea and Japan has sparked outrage among Korean consumers, with many alleging “ramen discrimination.” About the video: The clip highlights the difference in the amount of soup ingredients, particularly dried garnish, between…
· Ryan General
Japan commemorates 13th anniversary of Fukushima nuclear disaster
Japan commemorated the 13th anniversary of the Fukushima nuclear disaster on Monday, with memorial services held across affected prefectures. Devastating tragedy: On March 11, 2011, a 9.0-magnitude earthquake triggered a massive tsunami on Japan’s northeastern coast, leading to…
· Michelle De Pacina
Japan’s ‘Evil Does Not Exist’ nabs top prize at 2024 Asian Film Awards
Oscar-winning director Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s drama film “Evil Does Not Exist” clinched the top prize at the 17th Asian Film Awards in Hong Kong on Sunday night. Best Picture: The Japanese formalist arthouse drama was one of the most nominated films along with South Korean…
· Ryan General
Women are breaking barriers in Japan’s male-dominated Noh theater
Noh theater, a traditional Japanese art form with a deeply rooted male-dominated history, has seen a notable rise in female participation in recent years. About the art form: Noh, an intricate theatrical art originating in 8th-century Japan, features elaborate costumes,…
· Michelle De Pacina
Taiwanese artist wins top prize at Japan manga awards
Taiwanese manga artist Jason Chien secured a Gold Award for his work at the Japan International Manga Awards. Winning gold: Out of 587 entries, Chien’s manga “Wind Chaser Under the Blue Sky” inspired by historical documents on Taiwan‘s railway, emerged as the top winner in…
· Ryan General
Climate change is causing fish to shrink: Japanese study
A new study reveals that fish in the western North Pacific Ocean are getting smaller due to climate change-driven shifts in their food supply. What the scientists found: A University of Tokyo study published in the journal Fish and Fisheries analyzed medium-term data on the…
· Ryan General
Japan expands free day care centers to all children
The Japanese government announced that it is now offering free day care to all children aged 6 months to 2 years old, regardless of parents’ employment status. Key details: The “Childcare Access for All” program, set to begin in April 2024 with a trial run in 150 municipalities,…
· Michelle De Pacina
Japanese architect Riken Yamamoto wins the ‘Nobel of architecture’
The 53rd Pritzker Architecture Prize has been awarded to Japanese architect Riken Yamamoto for his five-decade career focused on innovative housing projects and educational institutions. The Nobel of architecture: Yamamoto, 78, is the ninth Japanese laureate of the Pritzker…
· Ryan General
Japanese scientist develops treatment that can help cats live up to 30 years
A Japanese scientist has developed a treatment targeting chronic kidney disease (CKD) in cats, potentially extending their lifespan to 30 years. Cats and kidney disease: Cats, with an average lifespan of just 15 years, face CKD as a major threat as it dramatically worsens their…
· Carl Samson
Watch: Japanese man, 77, sings Tamil song from ‘Muthu’ in viral video
A video of a 77-year-old Japanese man singing a Tamil song has gone viral on South Asian social media. Who he is: Reports identified the man of talent as Mr. Kuboki San, a senior Mitsubishi executive. Little is known about him, but he gave his performance sometime after his…
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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.