Birth rate in Tokyo increases for the first time in nine years due to extensive measures against declining birth rates, while nationwide numbers continue to decrease
Tokyo has seen an increase in its birth rate for the first time in nine years, attributed to various local government initiatives, although nationwide figures continue to decline.
Settlement Reached Between Former Adult Video Actor and Manufacturer: "Stop Selling Adult Video Works"
A former adult video actor reached a settlement with an AV manufacturer in Tokyo over the unauthorized sale of her performance footage and related materials.
Movie Director Arrested on Suspicion of Drunk Driving After Collision with Porsche
A movie director was arrested for suspected drunk driving after colliding with a taxi in Setagaya, Tokyo, while he was operating a Porsche.
'Disgrace of the country abroad...', Akhilesh retaliates against CM Yogi during Japan visit
CM Yogi Adityanath promoted Uttar Pradesh's industrial advancement at an investment roadshow in Tokyo, urging Japanese businessmen to invest while sparking a political exchange with Akhilesh Yadav.
"Lost Credit Card" Suspected of Fraudulently Reissuing by Impersonating the Owner
Four men have been arrested for fraudulently reissuing a credit card by impersonating the actual owner, leading to unauthorized purchases worth nearly 4 million yen.
CM Yogi on Japan Tour, What Did He Say About Investment in UP? Listen
CM Yogi Adityanath addressed an investment roadshow in Tokyo, Japan, promoting Uttar Pradesh's industrial potential and inviting Japanese businessmen to invest in the state.
Former Police Inspector Admits to Leaking Investigation Information to a Scout Group for Adult Entertainment
A former police inspector in Tokyo has admitted to leaking sensitive investigation information to a scout group involved in introducing women to sex work, violating confidentiality laws.
Passengers Trapped Speak About 5.5 Hours of Cooperation Inside Skytree Elevator
Passengers trapped in a Tokyo Skytree elevator share their experiences of a prolonged ordeal that lasted over five hours before their rescue.
Horrifying Experiences: People Trapped for Hours in the Worldโs Tallest TV Tower, Tunnel, and Lufthansa Plane
Twenty people were trapped for hours in an elevator at the Tokyo Skytree due to a malfunction.
How deep is the cultural connection between India and Japan?
The article explores the cultural ties between India and Japan as Indian Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath embarks on a visit to Japan, where he received a warm welcome in Tokyo and participated in an investment roadshow.
Olympic Gold "Rikuryu" Press Conference Filled with Laughter: "Call if You're Interested in Our Pair"
The newly minted Olympic gold medalists in figure skating, 'Rikuryu', held a joyful press conference in Tokyo where they shared their experiences and emotions leading up to their historic win.
The author of the "Password" series, Hideyuki Matsubara, has passed away; 3.98 million copies sold
The renowned children's author Hideyuki Matsubara, known for the popular "Password" series, has died at the age of 76 in Tokyo.
Former Tohan Chairman Hirotada Koutaki Dies at 96, Changed Company Name During Tenure
Hirotada Koutaki, the former chairman of Tohan, passed away on January 6 at the age of 96, with a memorial register established at the company headquarters in Tokyo for public homage.
Debris Retrieval Robot Arm Unveiled: Development Delays, Second Unit Set for 2026
Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) unveiled a robot arm designed to retrieve melted nuclear fuel from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, with plans to deploy a second unit by fiscal year 2026 due to development delays.
Princess Kiko attends tuberculosis prevention seminar: 'I want to share the importance of activities'
Princess Kiko of Akishino participated in a tuberculosis prevention seminar in Tokyo, expressing her gratitude for the efforts of the women's association involved in the prevention activities.
Tech firms lead Asian markets rally as Seoul, Tokyo hit records
Asian stock markets, particularly Tokyo and Seoul, reached new highs spurred by tech companies, following a favorable trend from Wall Street.
Kinki Universityโs Nodoguro will be exclusively sold in Ginza and Umeda as part of high-end fish farming
Kinki University will begin exclusive sales of their farmed high-end fish, Nodoguro, in Tokyo's Ginza and Osaka's Umeda districts, from February 26 to March 11.
CM Yogi warmly welcomed in Tokyo, Japan
UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath was warmly welcomed in Tokyo during his four-day foreign visit following Singapore.
Taxation of Foreign Survivors' Pensions Does Not Violate Equality Principle, Tokyo District Court Dismisses Claim
The Tokyo District Court ruled that taxation on foreign survivors' pensions does not violate the principle of equality, dismissing a claim from beneficiaries opposing the taxation.
Skytree to Reopen on the 26th; Cause of Emergency Stop was 'Fuse Blown'
Tokyo Skytree is set to reopen on the 26th after a temporary shutdown caused by an emergency elevator failure that trapped 20 passengers for over five hours.
After the Singapore trip, CM Yogi is on a two-day visit to Japan
After visiting Singapore, CM Yogi is now on a two-day trip to Japan, participating in an investment roadshow in Tokyo.
After Singapore, CM Yogi Adityanath Arrives in Japan, Receives Warm Welcome in Tokyo
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath arrived in Tokyo for a four-day foreign trip, where he received a warm welcome, marking his first visit to Japan after an investment tour in Singapore.
Japanese national detained in Iran since January - Tokyo demands his immediate release
The Japanese government has confirmed that a national has been detained in Tehran since January and is demanding his immediate release from Iranian authorities.
CM Yogi held a roadshow in Tokyo, Japan and met with investors
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is on a foreign trip and recently conducted an investment roadshow in Tokyo, Japan, where he met with local investors.
Captain's Award for 'Rikuryu' and Others: The Japan Olympic Team Wraps Up in Milan-Cortina
The Japan Olympic team held a ceremony in Tokyo to celebrate their achievements at the Milan-Cortina Olympics, where they won a record 24 medals, including silver medals in figure skating.
Nikkei Average Rises, Updates Intraday Record High of 58,000 Yen
The Nikkei Average in Tokyo surged to 58,200 yen, breaking its intraday record high, influenced by gains in the U.S. stock market and a weaker yen.
Fraud Suspect Arrested in Apartment Investment Scandal, Selling at Seven Times Purchase Price
Authorities have arrested nine individuals linked to a real estate company involved in fraudulently convincing elderly clients to invest in overpriced one-room apartments.
20 people were trapped in an elevator of Japan's tallest tower for nearly six hours
An incident occurred at Tokyo Skytree where 20 people became trapped in an elevator for nearly six hours due to a malfunction.
Confession from the female representative of a gold bullion purchasing company: 'I was picked up at a cafe, and that person... '
A listed company on the Tokyo Stock Exchange faces a significant loss exceeding 1.3 billion yen due to the theft of gold bullion in a recent transaction.
The Disappeared Gold Bars Worth 1.3 Billion Yen: The Unbanked's Owner Project Dilemma
Unbanked, a company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, faces financial turmoil after losing over 1.3 billion yen in transactions involving unmarked gold bars.
Maternal rejection of Punch the monkey is a natural phenomenon not only among primates
Punch, a rejected Japanese macaque infant, finds solace in a toy orangutan and rises to fame on social media amidst discussions on maternal rejection in primates.
Japan: Everyone sympathizes with little Punch
A young macaque in a Tokyo zoo, abandoned by its mother, forms a bond with a stuffed monkey, gaining social media fame.
The eVTOL Flying Car and the Future of Mobility
A new electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) flying car has been unveiled in Tokyo, designed for urban mobility as an aerotaxi, offering environmental benefits from reduced emissions and noise pollution.
Beijing Tightens Export Restrictions on Japanese Companies After Takaiichi's Victory
China has expanded its export controls on Japanese entities, indicating ongoing tensions with Tokyo following Prime Minister Sanai Takaiichi's recent electoral victory.
"We ran through to the end with Rika-chan" - The Japanese team holds a press conference
The Japanese figure skating pair, Miura Rika and Kihara Ryuichi, celebrated their historic gold medal win at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics during a press conference in Tokyo.
Tokyo Skytree: What Were the Trapped Passengers Doing? Temporary Closure on the 25th
Twenty passengers were trapped in an elevator at Tokyo Skytree for over five hours, leading to a temporary closure of the attraction.
Tokyo Sky Tree Traps Visitors Again, Elevator Manufacturer Offers Sincere Apologies
Elevators at Tokyo Sky Tree caused a significant incident, trapping 20 people for over five hours, prompting apologies from the manufacturer, Toshiba Elevator.
Haruna Kondo becomes a one-day fire chief: 'Preparation is important to protect lives' Fire Prevention Movement
Comedian Haruna Kondo served as a one-day fire chief in a fire prevention training event, emphasizing the importance of preparedness in fire safety.
Cars collide at an intersection in Minato Ward, one overturns, five people transported to hospital
A collision between a hired van and a light vehicle occurred in Minato Ward, Tokyo, resulting in five individuals being taken to the hospital due to complaints of pain.
Seoul gains from Tokyoโs pain over Lunar New Year as politics reshapes Chinaโs tourism map
Increased tensions in Sino-Japanese relations have redirected Chinese tourists from Japan to South Korea during the Lunar New Year holiday.
China adds Japanese entities to export control list, turning up heat on Tokyo
China has escalated trade tensions by adding 20 Japanese entities to its export control list, restricting their access to dual-use goods.
TEPCO Employee Photographs Secret Document with Smartphone and Sends it to 16 Colleagues
A Tokyo Electric Power Company employee photographed a classified document related to security measures at the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Nuclear Power Plant and sent it to 16 colleagues, raising concerns over security management lapses.
What is the tolerance to being excluded for people who like being alone? Even if they seem calm on the surface
A study reveals that people who prefer solitude still experience emotional pain when excluded from social circles, although they may cope with it differently.
The lonely baby monkey went viral. Now the stuffed animal it carries is sold out in several countries.
A baby monkey named Punch, raised by zoo staff after being abandoned, has become an internet sensation, leading to the sell-out of the soft orangutan toy he carries.
Who is Punch, the monkey that uses a stuffed animal to overcome abandonment
Punch is a seven-month-old Japanese monkey at a Tokyo zoo that is being raised with the help of a stuffed toy after being abandoned by his mother.
An elevator becomes stuck in one of the tallest buildings in the world. In Tokyo, they waited at night for rescue
An elevator in one of Tokyo's tallest buildings got stuck, leaving people waiting overnight for rescue.
Tokyo Skytree to Remain Closed on the 24th After Elevator Incident
The Tokyo Skytree will remain closed on the 24th following an incident where 20 people were trapped in an elevator.
Drama Over Tokyo's Rooftops: Visitors Are Stuck for Hours in the Skytree Elevator
Twenty visitors were trapped in an elevator of the Tokyo Skytree for over five hours, but fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Darvish Saved Me from Social Withdrawal: 'Amazing' Becomes a Vital Force for Living
A man reflects on how a message from baseball player Yu Darvish helped him recover from severe depression and social withdrawal.
Five Hours of Rescue after Being Trapped in Skytree Elevator
On the night of the 22nd, twenty people became trapped in an elevator at Tokyo Skytree, leading to a rescue operation that lasted over five hours.