The Japan Times reported that this is the country’s largest wildfire since at least 1992, when a blaze burned nearly 1,000 hectares (2500 acres) on the northern island of Hokkaido. The disaster has struck Japan as the country endured its driest February in over two decades. The cause of the fire is yet to be determined, according to the FDMA.
Why a Japanese Oscar Contender Isn’t Being Shown in Japan
Shiori Ito’s searing indictment of Japan’s justice system in handling sexual assault cases is nominated for best documentary feature at Sunday’s Academy Awards.
Nation announces controversial changes to major industry: ‘Significantly changed business environment’
The Japanese government’s goal is to ease the financial pressures of inflation and supply chain issues. Nation announces controversial changes to major industry: ‘Significantly changed business …
South Korea acting president hopes for “new chapter” in ties with Japan
Choi Sang-mok’s comments came during a speech at the Independence Movement Day ceremony on Saturday (Mar 1), a holiday marking the anniversary of the 1919 Korean uprising against Japanese colonial rule.
Japan’s PM admits to being ‘extremely nervous’ as he swaps functionality for style at fashion show
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, who is usually known for his geeky image, wowed a fashion show audience on Saturday during a surprise appearance in which he ditched his usual suit in favor of a more stylish look in a show of his support for “cool” Japan.
Japan fights worst wildfire in decades
The largest wildfire in Japan in more than 30 years is continuing to rage in the north of the country. At least one person is reported to have died in the blaze.
Japan’s Deepening Population Crisis Breaks 125-Year Record
Japan’s population has dwindled for 15 consecutive years, as fewer people marry and have children. About 30 percent of Japanese are now 65 or older, compounding the demographic challenge and dragging …
Japan crews battle largest forest fire there in 30 years
Firefighters from around eastern Japan have joined in the effort to slow the largest forest fire in Japan in 30 years after it has burned nearly 3,000 acres of forest in the Iwate prefecture from …
‘Those still exist’? Squat toilets declining in Japan, but demand remains
They may have all but disappeared from newly built homes, but traditional Japanese squat toilets are still found in places such as schools ･･･ …
Japan’s soaring rice prices surprise Japanese expats in US
As of late February, Nishiki rice at online stores specializing in Japanese food and Asian supermarkets was selling for $17.99 for 15 pounds (about 6.8 kilograms). This translates to around 2,000 yen …