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Kabuki star Nakamura Shichinosuke announces birth of first child—a daughter, first in Namino family in 70+ years

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Minor Injuries After Ground-Level Burst at Yamagata’s Prestigious Akagawa Fireworks Competition

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Not Sweat or Breath: The “Damp Laundry” Odor Is Sinking First Dates in Japan—And Three-Quarters of Men Don’t Notice

August 8, 2026 34

Japan urges responsible feeding on “Rabbit Island” as boars drawn by leftovers begin preying on rabbits

August 8, 2026 54

TV Tokyo Addresses Backlash to “Women, Please Do Not Watch,” Vows to Learn from Feedback; Says Two-Episode Run Was Pre-Planned

July 3, 2026 106

One Piece Base Shop Apologizes After Entry System Flaw Denies Some Eligible Visitors

June 10, 2026 116

¥160,000 MIU MIU “Peekaboo” Shorts Ignite Debate in Japan after Mio Imada’s FIGARO Cover

May 21, 2026 181

Yu-Gi-Oh! Says White House Used Anime Footage Without Permission in X Video, Sparks IP Debate

March 11, 2026 248

Record Bullying Cases in Japan: Neuroscience Points to Family Climate Behind the “Bullying Brain”

March 7, 2026 479

Why Unmasking Disappoints: A Top Japanese Researcher Reveals the Brain’s ‘Average Beauty’ Illusion

March 7, 2026 667

Osaka Pauses Youth Gambling Awareness Video Amid Debate Over ‘Demon’ Metaphor

January 28, 2026 241

When Valentine’s Gifts Backfire: Japanese Men Say Boundaries Matter More Than Chocolate

January 24, 2026 340

Beyond the Hype: The Realities of Visiting the Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025

October 11, 2025 261

Osaka Expo Finale Events Announced: Fireworks, Parades, and Global Performances

October 3, 2025 261