Virus

Japanese Encephalitis Becomes National Significance As NSW Reports Its First Human Case

March 10, 2022 by Japan Informer

New South Wales has registered the first human infection case of the infamous Japanese Encephalitis Virus (JEV). The individual is a resident in the border region of NSW-Victoria and is in a stable state in intensive treatment. Many more people living in NSW are being tested, and further instances of this virus that is transmitted through mosquitoes are anticipated within the … [Read more...] about Japanese Encephalitis Becomes National Significance As NSW Reports Its First Human Case

Japan Will Ban Entry For Foreigners Starting From Tuesday

November 29, 2021 by Japan Informer

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

Former Princess Mako’s Husband Fails New York Bar Exam Again

According to a source, Kei Komuro has failed the New York state bar examination again. He failed the state bar exam in July last year and retook the exam in February. Komuro will likely retake the exam again in July. In October, he married the niece of Emperor Naruhito amid criticism from the public over […]

Around 30 Endangered Sea Turtles Found Stabbed In Kumejima Island Beach

A Southern beach in Japan had a horrifying scene the previous month. The whole beach was covered with around 30 or so endangered turtles, all bleeding from their stab wounds. Locals discovered the green sea turtles on the brink of death on Kumejima Island beaches in the southern prefecture of Okinawa. Most of the turtles […]

This Japanese Village Is Boosting Tourism By Planting Incredible Fields Of Rice Paddy Art

Rice paddy art is practiced in the Japanese village of Inakadate. Originally conceived as a way to boost tourism and enrich the town’s culture, these massive plant murals were completed over a three-month period. The inspiration for paddy art is taken from local geography and Japanese folklore. The entire town contributes to the massive project […]

Japanese Pharmaceutical Firm Says Ivermectin Showed “Anti-viral effect” Against COVID

On Monday, Kowa Co Ltd (7807.T), a Japanese trade and pharmaceuticals firm, announced that the anti-parasite medication ivermectin showed an “antiviral capability” against Omicron and other coronavirus strains in a cooperative non-clinical study. The business, which has been testing the medicine as a potential treatment for COVID-19 with Tokyo’s Kitasato University, could not disclose any […]

One of the Most Beautiful Libraries in Japan -Nakajima Library in Akita

Located within Akita International University there is a library well-known for its meticulous design. Nakajima Library is a treasure trove of Akita that shouldn’t be missed! With all classes conducted in English, Akita prefecture’s (※1) Akita International University (AIU) is always spearheading philosophical thinking. The Nakajima Library stands within the university campus, surrounded by woods […]

Aoshima Island: Japan’s Best Cat Island And A Paradise For Cat Lovers

What is it that makes Aoshima unique and distinct from other cat-friendly islands? There are many reasons, but the most obvious is when you step off the boat and the meowing welcome committee rushes up for your arrival. A few years ago, there were around 200 cats on the tiny island. There are a variety […]

Meet Ryuji, whose Face expressions are taking over Instagram (kawaaii)

Meet Ryuji, a 7-year-old Shiba Inu pup whose ‘macho’ expressions are taking over Instagram. Life’s ruff when you’re this emotional. The Okayama canine serves face to some 127 thousand followers every day, and it’s hard not to fall in love with such a fluffy, cuddly-looking character. His distinctive tongue and grin say more than words […]

JR West Uses VR Controlled Gundam-Style Robot To Fix Power Lines

HTML0, a Japanese company, takes service robotics to a new level by creating a massive humanoid robot for maintenance. In line with what New Atlas and other blogs revealed that as reported by other blogs, the West Japan Rail Company, also called JR West, is now employing a giant Gundam-style robotic to repair power lines […]

Naomi Watanabe Is Now Modelling For Beyoncé’s Fitness Ivy Park Collection

Japanese fashion icon, comedian, influencer Naomi Watanabe went from impersonating Beyonce back in her early days to modeling for Beyonce’s new “Ivy Heart” collection in collaboration with Adidas and other celebrities Troye Sivan, Tyson Beckford, and supermodel Shu Pei Qin and so on. When Japanese famous Naomi Watanabe was just beginning to gain recognition on […]

Japan newlyweds can receive up to 600,000 yen to start new life

Newly married couples can receive up to 600,000 yen ($5,700) to cover their rent and other costs to start a new life from next April if they live in a municipality adopting Japan’s newlywed support program, government sources said Sunday. As the nation’s ultralow birth rate is attributed mainly to the tendency that people marry […]