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You can now use d Point card when shopping at Amazon Japan.
With point cards being ubiquitous in Japan, more and more companies are jumping on...
- Posted April 16, 2024
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Hayao Miyazaki’s The Boy and the Heron wins two Annie Awards
Japanese anime director Hayao Miyazaki’s “The Boy and the Heron” presented with grand visuals...
- Posted February 19, 2024
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Public Daycare application to switch from paper to online
Parents in Japan still face daunting wait lists for public daycare. Some experience difficulty...
- Posted February 6, 2024
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Japan embraces digital option to report a child birth
Many countries across the world have rolled out digital registration to serve a wide...
- Posted January 31, 2024
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Survey: Ten-year cancer survival rate in 14 years old and below higher than adults
A survey by the National Cancer Center released yesterday found that cancer patients who...
- Posted January 25, 2024
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Sustainability-focused resort restaurant in Phuket retain Michelin red star for the sixth time
Montara Hospitality Group’s constellation of culinary stars is shining as brightly as ever following...
- Posted January 12, 2024
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Premium donuts by Mister Donuts and Godiva Available for a limited time
More recently, two food brands collaborating with each other to create an entirely new...
- Posted January 5, 2024
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Year 2023 average temperature, Japan’s warmest year on record
Though warming has not been the same for countries around the world, the upward...
- Posted January 5, 2024
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A fairy tale comes true for Crown Princess Mary
Australian-born Crown Princess Mary of Denmark is set to become queen on January 14...
- Posted January 4, 2024
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Space Mountain roller coaster ride is getting a makeover
A clear crowd favorite since 1983, the aging Space Mountain attraction at Tomorrowland will...
- Posted December 20, 2023
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Look: A new family roller coaster opens at Super Nintendo World next year
Mine-Cart Madness™, the first-of-its-kind family roller coaster and part of SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™ expansion...
- Posted December 7, 2023
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Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi is transforming into a winter wonderland with a spectacle of lights this Christmas season.
Drawing inspiration from Tchaikovsky’s enchanting “Waltz of the Flowers” from The Nutcracker, this year’s...
- Posted November 29, 2023
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Eating disorders: Rates in children reach new highs
Three years following the COVID-19 outbreak, the number of children in Japan diagnosed with...
- Posted November 24, 2023
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Japan’s English proficiency 2023 global ranking drops by 7 spots
Japan fell 7 places from last year’s 80th ranking in English proficiency score this year....
- Posted November 23, 2023
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Individuals with college degrees continue to get job offers in Japan
The latest report from Japan’s Labor Ministry shows that individuals with a college degree...
- Posted November 17, 2023
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Irish man in Japan breaks 2 Guinness world records for the longest cooking and baking marathon by an individual
Alan Fisher, owner and chef of Kyojin Stewhouse, a restaurant & catering house in...
- Posted November 13, 2023
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Japan eyes relaxing residency requirements to enable foreigners to set up a business
Japan’s Immigration Services Agency is considering to allow foreign entrepreneurs to stay in Japan...
- Posted October 31, 2023
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Tokyo is at persistent risk of a disaster. Prepare your family.
Japan predicts a 70% chance of an earthquake directly hitting Tokyo in the next...
- Posted October 31, 2023
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Rising inflation? Japan’s Prime Minister announces his plan for tax cuts and cash handout.
Inflation is on the rise and some families are feeling the squeeze as the...
- Posted October 27, 2023
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Look: Tokyo DisneySea is cooking up something to be excited for in 2024
Oriental Land, the Japanese company that runs Disney brand facilities under license from Disney...
- Posted October 27, 2023
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Princess Mononoke zone opens Nov. 1 at Ghibli Park
Inspired by Studio Ghibli’s animation film, the Princess Momonoke area unveiled to the press...
- Posted October 26, 2023
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A new proposal may prolong payment of pension fund contribution
Under Japan’s universal basic pension program known as the “kokumin nenkin”, participants are required...
- Posted October 25, 2023
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Nihon University disqualified again from receiving subsidy
The Promotion and Mutual Aid Corp. for Private Schools of Japan decided Monday it...
- Posted October 24, 2023
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Security cameras are now mandatory for new trains in Japan
Two years ago on October 31, a man disguised in a Joker costume, the...
- Posted October 16, 2023
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Biota of the Imperial Palace
As children begin their forays into the natural world, we can encourage them to...
- Posted October 16, 2023
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This monster pumpkin weighs the same as a hippopotamus
Travis Gienger squashed the competition with his enormous fruit weighing in at an improbable...
- Posted October 12, 2023
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Defining leaving kids home alone as ‘abuse’ faces strong opposition
A group of Liberal Democratic Party members of the Saitama prefectural assembly said Tuesday...
- Posted October 11, 2023
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Osaka City Science Museum gets a makeover after 35 years
The Osaka City Science Museum (formerly called Osaka Electrical...
- April 23, 2024
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Hayao Miyazaki one of Time’s most influential people of 2024
Japanese anime director Hayao Miyazaki is among Time’s 100...
- April 18, 2024
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Luxurious Resort Opens Exquisite Old-World Bar By The Beach
The Anam Mui Ne, an Indochine-era inspired resort in Vietnam’s...
- April 17, 2024
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Giving your toddler a headstart the Montessori way
According to child development experts, toddlers begin stringing...
- November 30, 2023
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FDA approves Pfizer vaccine for children in the 5-11 age group
The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized Pfizer...
- October 30, 2021
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Toy Story Hotel set to open in Spring 2022 at Tokyo Disney Resort
Artist rendering of the Toy Story Hotel at Tokyo...
- October 29, 2021
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New dads who take 6 months paternity leave are losers, says private equity investor
Palantir cofounder Joe Lonsdale, an American venture capitalist is...
- October 29, 2021
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Japan’s Education Minister Wants Class Size Reduced
Japan’s Education minister Shinsuke Suematsu who assumed his role...
- October 28, 2021
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Japan survey finds vaccine immunity level wanes over time in fully vaccinated people especially the elderly
A survey by Soma city in Fukushima reveals the...
- October 18, 2021
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Jon Kent, the son of Superman, is gay in new comics.
The Superboy, Jonathan Kent, son of Clark Kent and...
- October 12, 2021
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UK Children March to Buckingham Palace to Deliver Petition
On Saturday, TV presenter and naturalist Chris Packham led...
- October 11, 2021
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Michelin-starred Sushi train restaurant opens in Omotesando
Ginza Onodera, a Michelin-starred restaurant known for sushi and...
- October 11, 2021
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The Strings Omotesando is taking orders for surprise cakes.
The Strings Omotesando is gearing up for the Christmas...
- October 1, 2021
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Facebook puts Instagram Kids project on pause amid mental health concerns
The head of Instagram Adam Mosseri said Monday it...
- September 27, 2021
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Emergency status extended in Tokyo and 18 prefectures
Japan extends emergency status over the novel coronavirus pandemic ...
- September 13, 2021
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Doctors warn: Milk Crate TikTok Challenge Can Cause Terrible Injury
If you have children at home, you probably have...
- August 27, 2021
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Meet the Teenpreneurs who just sold their first startup.
Two teen coders from Seattle, Sage Khanuja, 17, and...
- July 27, 2021
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The important life skills children learn in a Karate class.
Karate is in itself both an art form and...
- July 26, 2021
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Skin irritation from prolonged mask wearing? Here’s a fix.
While it it important to continue wearing a mask...
- July 21, 2021
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A Giant Digital Art Garden is Happening at the Tokyo Midtown
Families may not be able to watch the...
- July 14, 2021
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The Vegan Ramen here is delicious.
As many ramen restaurants in Japan are discovering since...
- July 7, 2021
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Steamed Chicken salad with baby potatoes and lettuce
Using a simple olive oil, roasted garlic and lemon...
- June 21, 2021
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Anna Umemiya misses the greatest dad in the world.
Although the life of model, tv personality and product...
- June 18, 2021
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Study reveals Vegetarians and Pescatarians are less likely to get seriously ill from covid than meat eaters
A new case study, published in the BMJ Nutrition,...
- June 9, 2021
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Why I think Tokyo Disneyland attracts more adults than kids.
While being one of the most profitable imports from...
- March 2, 2021
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When is the right time to go back to work after having a baby?
Having a baby is exciting, exhausting, and expensive. At...
- February 9, 2021
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Japan to stop giving child benefit to high-Income families
Currently, Japan pays a ¥5,000 child allowance as...
- February 3, 2021
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Life is too short to miss out on these tantalizing desserts.
It’s no understatement to say that not only do...
- February 2, 2021
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Japan’s amended Paternal leave may start in October 2022
When Japanese environment minister, Shinjiro Koizumi announced that he...
- January 28, 2021
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Japan’s Immigration Bureau warns foreigners about impostor scammers posing as immigration officials
Impostor scams can cost you money, cause identity theft...
- January 26, 2021
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Registration for entrance examinations to national and public universities nationwide begins today.
A total of 98,896 students aiming to be admitted...
- January 25, 2021
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The most expensive steak sandwich in Japan
Are you ready to spend money on the most...
- January 6, 2021
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Top 10 Kitchen Essentials People Are Buying in Japan
As the pandemic sway more families into eating at...
- December 31, 2020
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Mom in California dies from Covid after giving birth
Vanessa Cardenas Gonzalez, a 33-year old mom in California...
- December 30, 2020
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Keisei Skyliner reserves front car of train for travelers
The Keisei Electric Railway that operates the Keisei Limited...
- December 29, 2020
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“Don’t undercook your meat,” reminds Japan’s health authorities.
With the feasting season upon us, many families will...
- December 26, 2020
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How to make a chunky, delicious Clam Chowder kids love.
It’s officially winter. ‘Tis the season for soup...
- December 24, 2020
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Why UK Scientists fear New COVID-19 mutant virus may easily infect children.
Up until now, researchers believed children under the age...
- December 23, 2020
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Japan tightens restrictions on passengers entering the country from the U.K.
Responding to the threat posed by the highly contagious...
- December 23, 2020
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Japan’s recent case count increases slowly but consistently.
According to this week’s COVID update by the World...
- December 23, 2020
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Romain Vandendorpe breaks world record for immersing himself in ice cubes for the longest time.
On December 19, 2020, a 34-year old Frenchman Romain...
- December 22, 2020
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WHO Health for All Film Festival invites film-makers to join the film competition
The WHO Health for All Film Festival invites independent film-makers, production...
- December 21, 2020
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Fuji-Q Highland’s new observation deck to give visitors a premium view of Mount Fuji
The roller coaster at Fuji Q Highland will be...
- December 20, 2020
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Six million light bulbs shine on Sagamiko Pleasure Forest this season
Japan’s largest illumination event, the Sagamiko Pleasure Forest illumination...
- December 15, 2020
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2020 Open Innovation Lounge hosted by Hyundai includes Finland-based startup
FLEXOUND Augmented Audio™ was invited to Hyundai Motor Group’s...
- December 9, 2020
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How to make a French style mocha eclair at home.
Although the pandemic has forced families to keep holiday...
- December 7, 2020
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Where to watch dancing sardines in Japan.
Hakkejima Sea Paradise in Yokohama is bringing in “Super...
- November 12, 2020
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Christmas lights go on display in Ginza
Tokyo is always at the forefront of urban illumination...
- November 11, 2020
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Children exposed to violence and abuse likely to age faster, new Harvard study reveals.
Recently published findings (Psychology Bulletin) by researchers at Harvard...
- August 13, 2020
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When babies won’t sleep.
Wide-awake-at-night babies drive first-time parents nuts. The reality of...
- July 10, 2020
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Japan’s Kanagawa prefecture’s coronavirus test is significantly quicker..
WHO-endorsed Nucleic Acid Amplification Tests (NAAT), a method that...
- July 7, 2020
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Japanese life hack products every resident should know.
The kitchen is one of the dirtiest areas of...
- July 2, 2020
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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child play on Tokyo stage in 2022.
People in Tokyo will have every reason to get...
- February 14, 2020
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Perfect Winter Getaway: Nagano and Karuizawa
Families looking for a holiday retreat away from the...
- February 14, 2020
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Forest-style learning: Komazawa Park International School
The school’s increasingly popular forest-style learning is a beacon...
- February 13, 2020
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Chinese garlic is cheap but I won’t be buying it ever again. Here’s why.
We know that when it comes to food, the...
- August 22, 2016
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If you have this line on your palm, you have what it takes to be wealthy and famous.
You know you’ve walked past “Te saw” or palm...
- May 12, 2016
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Osaka City Science Museum gets a makeover after 35 years
The Osaka City Science Museum (formerly called Osaka Electrical...
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