On Friday, Emperor Naruhito appeared on the palace balcony alongside Empress Masako and other members of the imperial family, greeting thousands of well-wishers gathered below. Many attendees waved small flags and shouted “banzai” as the emperor offered his New Year’s greetings. This year’s appearance held special significance, as Prince Hisahito,…
Nearly 60 women lawmakers in Japan, including Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, have submitted a formal petition calling for an increase in women’s restroom facilities within the National Diet building, citing improved female representation in parliament. The cross-party appeal highlights a practical challenge stemming from long-standing infrastructure that no longer reflects…
A powerful magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck northeastern Japan on the night of Monday, December 8, 2025, leaving at least 30 people injured and forcing thousands of residents to evacuate their homes. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, the quake occurred at a depth of 50 kilometers (31 miles) approximately 80…
Pop superstar Katy Perry and former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau have made their relationship public on Instagram, sharing a series of photos and videos from their recent trip to Japan. In one striking selfie, the couple’s faces are seen pressed close together, smiling at the camera, while another video…
Japan’s Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, has revealed that she functions on just two to four hours of sleep each night, raising concerns about the message this sends to a workforce already burdened by demanding schedules. Speaking before lawmakers, Takaichi pointed to the visible signs of fatigue beneath her eyes and…
Japan’s ongoing demographic transformation reached a new milestone in 2024, with the number of babies born to foreign parents hitting an all-time high underscoring how migration is reshaping the country’s population landscape and political debate. According to the Ministry of Health, more than 20,000 children were born to non-Japanese parents…
Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has elected Sanae Takaichi as its new leader, positioning the 64-year-old conservative nationalist to become the country’s first female prime minister. A parliamentary vote to formally replace outgoing leader Shigeru Ishiba is scheduled for October 15, 2025. A Party at a Crossroads Takaichi assumes…
Kenya’s female athletes delivered a stunning performance at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan, with coaches crediting their success to exceptional mental and physical preparation. Led by standout stars such as Faith Kipyegon, Beatrice Chebet, Peres Jepchirchir, Faith Cherotich, and Lilian Odira, the Kenyan women’s team clinched multiple gold…