Author Aija Mayrock Opens Up About “Renting” An Elderly Man In Japan

06 Dec 2024

Author Aija Mayrock recently took to Instagram to share her unique experience of "renting" an older man for a day in Japan. While the concept might initially sound unusual, it’s rooted in fostering meaningful intergenerational connections. The initiative enables young individuals to "rent" retired men to gain wisdom, share stories,...

Tokyo Takes Bold Step With Four-Day Work Week To Tackle Low Birth Rate

06 Dec 2024

In a bold attempt to solve Japan's low birth rate, Tokyo has unveiled a four-day workweek for civil servants. This should be taken as an initiative toward having more time for work-life balance since civil servants can scale down their working days, still managing to meet the required number of...

Japan Recalls Harry Potter Sword Replicas For Being ‘Too Authentic’

05 Dec 2024

Replicas of the Godric Gryffindor Sword from 'Harry Potter' sold at a theme park in Japan have been recalled due to their authenticity, which possibly violates the country's anti-weapons laws. Warner Bros. Studios Japan has announced the recall of the 34-inch, silver sword being sold for ¥30,000 ($200) at "The...

Will You Try Japan’s Newly Launched Chilled ‘Drinkable Mayo’?

02 Dec 2024

For mayonnaise enthusiasts, there’s a new offering from Japan that's turning heads—and stomachs. Lawson, a prominent Japanese convenience store chain, has introduced Nomu Mayo (literally “Drinkable Mayo”), a chilled beverage priced at ¥198 (approximately £1.08). Packaged in a sleek cup adorned with a playful squeeze-bottle design, it has been marketed as a...

What Is Onsen Tax In Japan? What You Need to Know About This New Fee

27 Nov 2024

Some of the popular onsen or hot spring resort cities in Japan have now started raising the so-called "bathing tax" for overnight visitors in efforts to finance conservation projects to preserve their invaluable natural resources. The move is against the backdrop of increased tourism, which has put added pressure on...

Massive Fire Erupts During Japan’s Rocket Test, Launch Halted | Watch

26 Nov 2024

Japan's space agency, JAXA, stopped a crucial engine test for its Epsilon S rocket after a fire broke out. The incident occurred on Tuesday, November 26, at the Tanegashima Space Centre in southwestern Japan. Flames Follow Combustion Test The fire started during a combustion test for the solid-fuel Epsilon S...

India Rejects Food Shipments from China, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Japan, and Turkey Over Safety Concerns

25 Nov 2024

India, which imports food from over 100 countries, has rejected multiple food consignments from China, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Japan, and Turkey this year due to safety concerns and non-compliance with its food standards. The country's Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has taken a firm stance to ensure...

Diplomatic Tensions: S Korea Boycott Japan Sado Mines Memorial Amid WWII Forced Labor Disputes

24 Nov 2024

A memorial ceremony was held In Japan on Sunday near the Sado Island Gold Mines, despite South Korea’s last-minute decision to boycott the event, leading to increased tensions over the Korean forced laborers issue during World War II. The mines, are recently designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site, a...

Japan’s Bold 3D Tear Make-Up Trend: How Teens Are Crafting Emotional Looks

24 Nov 2024

A unique make-up trend called "3D teardrop make-up" is gaining massive popularity among teenage girls in Japan, particularly in schools. This trend, which involves crafting delicate, droplet-shaped adornments using hot glue, has taken social media by storm, captivating beauty enthusiasts nationwide. Crafting the Teardrop Look According to a report by...

Japan’s 120-Year-Old Funeral Home Launches Coffin Cafe, Guests Lie in Caskets

17 Nov 2024

In a unique take on traditional funeral customs, a 120-year-old funeral home in Japan has introduced a "coffin cafe," where visitors can lie inside a casket and reflect on life and death. This innovative initiative, designed to offer a peaceful and introspective experience, has captured attention for its thought-provoking concept....

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Author Aija Mayrock Opens Up About “Renting” An Elderly Man In Japan

Tokyo Takes Bold Step With Four-Day Work Week To Tackle Low Birth Rate

Japan Recalls Harry Potter Sword Replicas For Being ‘Too Authentic’

Will You Try Japan’s Newly Launched Chilled ‘Drinkable Mayo’?

What Is Onsen Tax In Japan? What You Need to Know About This New Fee

Massive Fire Erupts During Japan’s Rocket Test, Launch Halted | Watch

India Rejects Food Shipments from China, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Japan, and Turkey Over Safety Concerns

Diplomatic Tensions: S Korea Boycott Japan Sado Mines Memorial Amid WWII Forced Labor Disputes

Japan’s Bold 3D Tear Make-Up Trend: How Teens Are Crafting Emotional Looks

Japan’s 120-Year-Old Funeral Home Launches Coffin Cafe, Guests Lie in Caskets

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