The prefectural board of education in Southwest Japan has decided to provide periods products to all girls for free at all prefectural schools beginning from December. This is part of a more extensive campaign to address "period poverty," in which women cannot afford pads or tampons. The Miyazaki Prefectural Board of Education tested the free sanitation products program for … [Read more...] about Education Board In Southwestern Japan To Provide Free Sanitary Products In Schools
Japan Has Started Providing COVID-19 Booster Shots
Japan began giving the COVID-19 booster sots on Wednesday for those who had their second vaccine dose at a minimum of eight months ago due to increasing concerns over an outbreak of a new Omicron variant.The third dose of a vaccine sourced through Pfizer Inc. and BioNTech SE was given to health professionals. Elderlies and everyone else should receive their booster shot … [Read more...] about Japan Has Started Providing COVID-19 Booster Shots
JR East Runs A Mock Attack To Help Employees Prepare For Possible Train Attacks
East Japan Railway Co conducted an attack simulation on Monday in the northeastern region of Japan to help train employees for an eventual incident similar to the recently reported incident at train stations in Tokyo. The incident was simulated and witnessed by the JR East's Sendai branch and the local police. The incident involved a woman posing as an assailant, who cut an … [Read more...] about JR East Runs A Mock Attack To Help Employees Prepare For Possible Train Attacks
Take A Train Ride Through Magical Maple Tunnel In Kyoto [Video]
The two most beautiful seasons to visit Japan are probably in Autumn and Spring. Everyone will recommend you to see when the autumn leaves that are vibrantly colored. And among the best places to experience autumn in Japan, one of the top suggestions you'll receive will be Kyoto. There's something breathtakingly beautiful about looking at the autumn leaves against the … [Read more...] about Take A Train Ride Through Magical Maple Tunnel In Kyoto [Video]
Japan Registers Its First Omicron Variant Infection Case
Japan has confirmed the first infection from the new Omicron coronavirus variant. A source from the government confirmed it on Tuesday in less than a week since the identification in South Africa.According to the governmental source, a man in his 30s was found to have the highly mutated strain following his arrival via Namibia in the Narita airport close to Tokyo on … [Read more...] about Japan Registers Its First Omicron Variant Infection Case
Japan Will Ban Entry For Foreigners Starting From Tuesday
Japan announced on Monday that it would restrict entry for foreigners worldwide as a new coronavirus variant is spreading extremely fast, leading to a large number of nations tightening their border security. "We are taking the step as an emergency precaution to prevent a worst-case scenario in Japan," Prime Minister Fumio Kishida told reporters. The move will be in effect … [Read more...] about Japan Will Ban Entry For Foreigners Starting From Tuesday
Watch How Japan Cares For The People On Wheelchairs In Trains
Most developing countries lack in many areas, especially in places like public amenities, vital safety equipment, and maintaining our facilities.Especially for the differently-abled among us, small amenities like elevators and escalators rarely get repaired. Public property to assist them isn't taken care of by other individuals at all. However, Japan isn't like any other … [Read more...] about Watch How Japan Cares For The People On Wheelchairs In Trains
Best 5 Free Online Courses From Japanese Universities
Have you ever wanted to know something more about Japan but you didn't have enough time? Given Covid-19 restricting our travel options and social activities, it could be an ideal time to return to university without the all-nighters of caffeine and the high school tuition, Of course. Through online platforms such as EdX and Coursera, you can access classes from top Japanese … [Read more...] about Best 5 Free Online Courses From Japanese Universities
Western Japanese Municipal Government Testing Exercise Balls For Chairs!
The city's municipal administration in the west Japan city started test-running exercise balls as chairs in the office of mayor and deputy mayors, and other employees earlier this month. This is mainly because of the belief that they are efficient in preventing and relieving discomfort in the lower back and shoulder stiffness. Presently, only those with interest in balls are … [Read more...] about Western Japanese Municipal Government Testing Exercise Balls For Chairs!
Wagyu Beef Vending Machine At Japanese Countryside!
What would you do if you suddenly started craving premium Wagyu late at night that too in a rural area of Japan? Well, in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, you can satisfy your hunger if you just head towards the warm glow of a Wagyu vending machine and get your craving satisfied. A reporter from Soranews24, Haruka Takagi, recently got the opportunity to try out this mysterious … [Read more...] about Wagyu Beef Vending Machine At Japanese Countryside!
Taliban Wants Japan To Re-Open The Embassy In Afghanistan
A deputy prime minister from the interim Taliban government in Afghanistan requested Japan's ambassador to open the embassy of Japan in Kabul after a meeting in the capital city of the nation on Wednesday. It was requested during the time that Abdul Ghani Baradar met with Ambassador Takashi Okada. Japan temporarily shut down its embassy in Kabul in August. 15th when the … [Read more...] about Taliban Wants Japan To Re-Open The Embassy In Afghanistan
Japanese Bullet Trains Add Office Cars For Suitable Work Environment
East Japan Railway Co. on Monday rolled out "office cars" on selected Shinkansen bullet trains that connect Tokyo with the country's central and northern areas to satisfy the growing demands for a fresh working style amid the outbreak of coronavirus. Passengers who want to enjoy such facilities should travel on the 8 numbered cars of the Tohoku, Joetsu, and Hokuriku lines. … [Read more...] about Japanese Bullet Trains Add Office Cars For Suitable Work Environment