BTS once again makes headlines in Japan! Their music keeps being a great success among the Japanese, and once again, they have won another extraordinary award. On the 30th of December, local time, the Japan Record Awards - an annual music awards ceremony widely thought of as the Japanese equivalent of the Grammy Awards, aired in real-time on TBS. BTS won the Special … [Read more...] about BTS Win The Special International Music Award In Japan Again!
Japanese Women Pushes Her Son From 23rd Floor In A Suicide Murder Attempt
A woman was taken into custody Wednesday after allegedly pushing her son, who is nine years old, to the point of death from the roof of a Tokyo hotel, according to police. The police believe that the 47-year-old woman was attempting to commit murder-suicide that involved her son and 7-year-old daughter and herself by jumping off the emergency staircase on the 23rd floor in … [Read more...] about Japanese Women Pushes Her Son From 23rd Floor In A Suicide Murder Attempt
Almost Half Of The Prefectures In Japan Have Omicron Cases
Despite all the strict measures, the Omicron variant has made its way to almost half of the prefectures in Japan. On Thursday, local government reports showed that 22 out of the total 47 prefectures had reported Omicron cases. Talking in numbers, about 500 of the cases till now have been of the new Omicron variant. This made the authorities quite concerned since it's the … [Read more...] about Almost Half Of The Prefectures In Japan Have Omicron Cases
Japanese University’s Alzheimer’s Drug Shows Positive Initial Results
On Friday, Yamagata University discovered that a medication designed to treat Alzheimer's disease could also efficiently treat amyotrophic lateral Sclerosis, which is more commonly referred to as Lou Gehrig's disease. The drug effectively reduces the abnormal accumulation of proteins that cause progressive neurodegenerative conditions, say the researchers at the state-run … [Read more...] about Japanese University’s Alzheimer’s Drug Shows Positive Initial Results
Japanese Princess Kako Turns 27, Duties Hindered By Pandemic
Princess Kako, the niece of Japanese Emperor Naruhito, turned 27 on Wednesday after another year of limitations on official duties due to the coronavirus pandemic. According to the Imperial Household Agency, the youngest daughter of Crown Prince Fumihito and Crown Princess Kiko expressed her concern for those affected by the epidemic after receiving information from experts … [Read more...] about Japanese Princess Kako Turns 27, Duties Hindered By Pandemic
5 Most Anticipated Japanese Movies Releasing In 2022
With box office-breaking anime blockbusters and Golden Globe nominees, 2021 was an impressive year in Japanese cinemas. There's no sign of slowing down in 2022. Many anticipated Japanese movies that will be released upcoming year have been announced and include some awe-inspiring productions that you don't want to miss. To name a couple of the movies, the … [Read more...] about 5 Most Anticipated Japanese Movies Releasing In 2022
Japan Will Not Send Government Delegation To Beijing Olympics
Tokyo announced on Friday that Japan won't send a governmental delegation to the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing in February. This move is likely in response to the increased tensions with China. U.S's decision to boycott the Games for human rights violation in China may have acted as a catalyst for Japan to make such decisions. Japan, however, has not explicitly labeled its … [Read more...] about Japan Will Not Send Government Delegation To Beijing Olympics
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Is Offering Free COVID -19 Tests To Everyone
Tokyo launched a new campaign in response to recent Omicron cases. It provides free Covid-19 testing to all residents. The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has made the tests available for free to anyone, regardless of whether they have symptoms. Currently, Tokyo Metropolitan offers two types of tests that are free: rapid antigen (qualitative) and nucleic acid amplification … [Read more...] about Tokyo Metropolitan Government Is Offering Free COVID -19 Tests To Everyone
Apple Releases Limited Year Of The Tiger Airtags For New Year In Japan
Apple has announced a 2-day promotion to celebrate the Japanese New Year. Customers in Japan will receive a free Apple gift card worth up to 24,000 yen when they purchase eligible Apple products on January 2 and January 3. Apple also announced a special edition Beats Studio Buds, which celebrates the new year. It features an all-red design and gold accents with tigers print. … [Read more...] about Apple Releases Limited Year Of The Tiger Airtags For New Year In Japan
Young Japanese Artist Creates Exceptionally Realistic Art With Colored Pencils
At 18-years-old most of us weren't sure of what to do and were pretty clueless. And here is Haru Otomi, whose color pencil art is so realistic that you could hardly believe that it's actually a drawing. Every year he seems to have improved. He displays incredible attention to detail that pushes the boundaries of photorealism. He has also drawn adorable cats and even a bunny … [Read more...] about Young Japanese Artist Creates Exceptionally Realistic Art With Colored Pencils
The Japanese G.O.A.T. Of Figure Skating Almost Lands A Quad Axel During A National Championship
The two-time Olympic Japanese figure skate gold medalist won another victory at Sunday's Japanese national championships in Saitama. He took home the men's singles crown in his country and was able to get into the forthcoming Winter Olympic Games in Beijing 2022. Hanyu won the competition by 322.36 points. Uno Shoma, PyeongChang 2018 Silver Medalist, was second with a 295.82. … [Read more...] about The Japanese G.O.A.T. Of Figure Skating Almost Lands A Quad Axel During A National Championship
Japan Is Opening Gaming/eSports High School From April 2022!
After a short spring break, the Japanese school year begins in April. The opening of Japan's first gaming school will make it easier for Japanese students to return to school in 2022. Although it sounds like an anime series, there is a facility in Tokyo that will allow teens to practice their gaming skills. It is not located in a remote corner of Tokyo, but it is right in the … [Read more...] about Japan Is Opening Gaming/eSports High School From April 2022!