K-Pop stars are known as masters of performance. They often train for months or even years to master the dancing and singing abilities required to be K-pop idols. Of course, some idols excel in various categories because some are outstanding vocalists, and others are exceptional dancers. The poll was recently conducted in Japan in which K-Pop fans cast votes for their favorite … [Read more...] about Japanese Fans Rank The Best Male K-pop Dancers
One-Third Of Major Japanese Companies Don’t Have Female Executives
In total, 33.4 percent of the top companies listed in Japan did not have female executives at the end of July, and more than 50 percent in specific sectors such as shipping, pulp, and paper, the Cabinet Office said last week.In the 2,189 companies listed in the First Section of the Tokyo Stock Exchange, 732 had no female executives, including auditors and board members, in late … [Read more...] about One-Third Of Major Japanese Companies Don’t Have Female Executives
Animate Is Building One Of World’s Largest Anime Store In Ikebukuro
When we think of anime stores or any other Otaku activities within Tokyo, Akihabara is the first place that comes to mind. However, this isn't the only place where Otaku's gather in the city. Ikebukuro area, specifically the east Ikebukuro Station, is also a trendy spot for anime fans and avid gamers. The largest chain of Japanese specialty stores for anime, Animate began its … [Read more...] about Animate Is Building One Of World’s Largest Anime Store In Ikebukuro
Princess Aiko Celebrates Her Coming Of Age Ceremony
Japanese Princess Aiko turned 20 the previous Wednesday. She is the only child of the Japanese Emperor and Empress, and she finally underwent the official ceremony to mark her coming of age. On the 5th of December, Sunday, the princess received her Grand Cordon of the Order of the Precious Crown from the emperor. Finally, after the ceremony, the princess is officially … [Read more...] about Princess Aiko Celebrates Her Coming Of Age Ceremony
Tokyo Games 2020 Cost $1.3 Billion Less Than Estimated
The Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics cost at most 150 billion yen ($1.3 billion) lower than anticipated since the Games mainly were without spectators, which helped reduce labor costs and other expenditures, officials stated on Friday.Cost reductions resulting from the lack of attendance due to the pandemic have more than just offset the loss on ticket sales estimated to be … [Read more...] about Tokyo Games 2020 Cost $1.3 Billion Less Than Estimated
Tokyo Authorities Finally Decide To Stop Using Floppy Disks
Floppy disks, which were once the mainstay of offices during the 1980s and the 1990s, are now a remnant of the past. But Japan is now slowly but finally getting rid of them due to a plan spearheaded by several administrative regions in Tokyo, including the Meguro district. This is done to cut storage costs; the move will also help modernize Japan's government systems. The … [Read more...] about Tokyo Authorities Finally Decide To Stop Using Floppy Disks
Studio Ghibli Museum Needs Your Donation To Survive!
The pandemic has harmed all kinds of companies; however, museum owners have suffered the most since no one visits them, and it's costly to keep a museum. And right now, Japan's Ghibli Museum is the latest institution to face the pandemic's economic horror.The enchanting facility hosts retrospectives of the anime from director Hayao Miyazaki and his Studio Ghibli co-workers and … [Read more...] about Studio Ghibli Museum Needs Your Donation To Survive!
Ex-Conjoined Vietnamese Man Awarded With Foreign Minister’s Commendation
Nguyen Duc is a Vietnamese who was born as a conjoined twin. His condition was likely due to the aftermath caused by Agent Orange, a chemical defoliant Agent Orange used by the U.S. military in the Vietnam War. The Japanese Foreign Ministry has recently awarded him for promoting exchanges between Japan and Vietnam. Duc has been separated from his conjoined twin brother through … [Read more...] about Ex-Conjoined Vietnamese Man Awarded With Foreign Minister’s Commendation
Japan Retracts Its Statement To Ban Reservation Of Inbound Flights After Harsh Criticism
The Japanese government has reversed its decision to completely halt the booking of flights for inbound passengers until later this month after concerns that the move against the Omicron is excessive.Premier Secretary Fumio Kishida admitted the transport minister's announcement earlier in the day was due to confusion. He also told reporters that he had instructed staff to … [Read more...] about Japan Retracts Its Statement To Ban Reservation Of Inbound Flights After Harsh Criticism
Japanese High Schooler Makes His Own Working Gundam And Other Anime Props!
Like many Gundam fanatics, Japanese Twitter user @roa27379771 was enthralled by the idea of building an original Mobile Suit of his very own following his experience with the anime. The mecha that inspired him is Zaku II, piloted by the charismatic and mysterious Char Aznable in The Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin part of the series. However, instead of heading to the nearest … [Read more...] about Japanese High Schooler Makes His Own Working Gundam And Other Anime Props!
Cute Japanese Instagram cat teaches you about Japanese culture with hilarious cosplay photo collection
Bow down to your new furry sensei. Whether they’re desperately trying to squish themselves into tiny boxes or showing off their skills at playing the games of humans, we can’t tear our eyes away from the antics of Japan’s cute cat population. Now there’s another furry feline on the scene that’s got us all sitting up and paying attention, and this cat isn’t just adorable, … [Read more...] about Cute Japanese Instagram cat teaches you about Japanese culture with hilarious cosplay photo collection
14 ways to say “I or Me ” in Japanese
Long ago, when the majority of the Japanese vocabulary I knew came from reverse engineering the English subtitles on anime tapes, I was patting myself on the back for having figured out that “watashi” means “I.” So imagine my shock and disappointment when I came across a different scene showing a character so overcome with emotion he’d been reduced to stammering, with the … [Read more...] about 14 ways to say “I or Me ” in Japanese