Japan’s New Garbage Regulations: ‘Name and Shame’ Policy for Violators

20 Dec 2024

Beginning in March 2024, Japan will adopt a controversial "name and shame" policy for individuals and businesses found violating garbage sorting and disposal regulations. The municipal corporation of Fukushima passed new regulations on December 17, allowing garbage bags that do not comply with separation rules to be opened to identify...

Japan’s Space One Rocket Grounded In 2nd Attempt Delaying Bid for Orbit

14 Dec 2024

A Tokyo-based private company, Space One is set to become Japan’s first private satellite launcher, but has postponed its scheduled rocket launch on Saturday due to unfavourable weather conditions. The Kairos rocket was set to launch at 11 a.m. from Space One’s facility in Wakayama. However, just 20 minutes before...

Japan Selling A Slice Of Sweet Potato For Rs. 350, Would You Try?

12 Dec 2024

Sweet potato is versatile and nutritious and forms a mainstay in India. And it is relished in myriad ways—be it snacking, as a dish, or as a desert, especially when fasting time approaches. But would anyone pay Rs. 350 for the slice of roasted shakarkand? It has hit the luxury...

Japan’s 4-Day Workweek Policy: A Bold Move To Combat Declining Birth Rates

11 Dec 2024

Japan has come up with a bold move to sustain the country’s declining fertility rate and provide support for working mothers. The four-day workweek policy will be introduced by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government starting in April. This new policy aims to offer greater flexibility for government workers, enabling them to...

Want To Go Back To School? This Company Can Help You Experience It In One Day

11 Dec 2024

School days are one of the most memorable periods in the lives of many. The nostalgia of uniforms, bustling hallways, and shared laughter often leaves people longing to relive those carefree moments. Time cannot be turned back, but a Japanese company has found a way to let people experience the...

Japan Unveils Futuristic ‘Human Washing Machine’ Set to Transform Personal Hygiene

08 Dec 2024

Japan, renowned for its cutting-edge innovations, has introduced a groundbreaking 'human washing machine' designed to wash and dry individuals in a mere 15 minutes. Developed by Science Co., this futuristic device, named the 'Mirai Ningen Sentakuk,' offers a luxurious spa-like experience, utilizing advanced water jets and microscopic air bubbles for...

Miho Nakayama, Japanese Actress, Found Dead In Bathtub At Home

07 Dec 2024

Japanese actor and singer Miho Nakayama, aged 54, was found deceased at her residence in Tokyo, as reported by BBC. She was located in her bathtub on Friday after being absent from a planned work obligation. Concerned for her well-being, a friend contacted emergency services, who verified her passing at...

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...