Walking sea otter
A sea otter at an aquarium in central Japan has learned to walk on two feet.
read moreJapan's ancient art exhibit in Tokyo
Japan's ancient artworks from a period of about 100 years through the mid-1600s when the country transitioned from an ag...
read moreJapanese restaurant chain converting to BBQ shops
A Japanese restaurant chain is converting to serving barbecue, and introduces server robots at two new stores.
read moreDesigner Takada Kenzo dies of COVID-19
Japanese fashion designer Takada Kenzo has died of coronavirus disease in France at age 81.
read moreShouting contest in southwestern Japan
A shouting contest that also features eating beef barbecue on a pasture is held in southwestern Japan, with strict anti-...
read moreChildren thrive amid pandemic
The novel coronavirus pandemic continues to spread in Japan. But that does not keep children from enjoying life.
read moreMiniature Edo Castle
A miniature model of the former Edo Castle is on display at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo.
read morePrincess Kako encourages high school sign language performers
Japan's Princess Kako sends a video message encouraging participants of a nationwide sign language competition for high ...
read moreRobots in coronavirus age
Companies are programming robots to help people adapt to the new normal of the novel coronavirus.
read moreTokyo Disneyland unveils new "Beauty and the Beast" area
Tokyo Disneyland unveils a new attraction area based on "Beauty and the Beast".
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