Graffiti were found at the ruins of Takamatsu Castle, designated as Japan’s national historic site.S/ Reporter / This is...

The grand prize winner of this year’s Japanese buzzword award was announced at an annual ceremony in Tokyo on December ...

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Japan's doll maker unveils Kawari Hagoita paddles featuring top newsmakers of 2025

Japan’s major traditional doll maker unveiled its annual kawari hagoita --decorative wooden paddles featuring people wh...

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Abe's widow faces husband's killer in trial as shooter explains why he targeted ex-PM

On December 3, Abe Akie, the widow of former Japanese Prime Minister Abe Shinzo, sat in the back seat of a car and bowed...

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Japan considers bill to expand use of maiden names

The Japanese government is moving toward submitting a bill next year to legally allow people who changed their surnames...

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Japan PM visits Fukushima to confirm decommissioning progress of Fukushima Daiichi

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae / We will instruct TEPCO to prioritize safety above all else and proceed with dec...

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Blade-wielding Chinese national arrested after terrifying guests at DisneySea

A blade-wielding Chinese national who disturbed a party venue at Tokyo DisneySea’s MiraCosta was arrested on December 2....

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Court rules Japan's ban on same-sex marriage is constitutional

Eight people, including same-sex couples living in Tokyo, sought damages from the government, arguing that provisions in...

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Crown Prince Fumihito turns 60, reflects on peace, family and becoming a grandfather

Crown Prince Fumihito of Akishino turned 60 years old on November 30.At a press conference before his birthday, he said ...

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Princess Aiko turns 24 in a year of firsts including her visit to Laos

Princess Aiko turned 24 years old on December 1.This video shows her receiving a lesson on the Laotian language ahead of...

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