Imperial Couple announce abdication to mythic emperor
Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko visit the tomb of legendary first Emperor Jimmu to announce Akihito's abdication on ...
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Dressing up for a graduation ceremony
These graduates like to be creative on their special day.
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Listening to an Android preach
What kind of revelation would you get from this preaching robot?
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GSDF launches new base to enhance defense
Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force launched a new base in Okinawa to enhance defense.
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Evacuation order to be lifted for Fukushima plant town
Japan decided to partially lift evacuation orders for parts of the town that is the site of the crippled Fukushima Daiic...
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Cherry-blossom fever heats up
Cherry-blossom viewing gets into full swing as cherry blossoms in Wakayama are declared in bloom.
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Camping trailer castle experience
A castle in southwest Japan offers the chance to stay in a camping trailer and visit the castle by night.
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Pants for girls
Schools across Japan are starting to allow female students to opt for pants.
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Japan is the unhappiest it's ever been
The World Happiness Report shows Japan is the unhappiest it's ever been.
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