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Shiseido, a global company with a 150-year history and unique corporate culture, has become a pioneer in promoting gender equality.

The president of Keio University and a promising CEO of an AI startup discuss what it takes to be a world-class research university.

A gold medalist for Germany in para athletics, Heinrich Popow now serves as a technical coach to the Japanese team for the Tokyo 2020 Games. With extensive...

Celebrating 50 years of friendship and cooperation, Japan and ASEAN will further strengthen their friendly and cooperative relationship.

PM Kishida expressed Japan’s strong determination to uphold the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT).

Discover Japan’s spring awakening, where vibrant blooms and seasonal delicacies engage all senses in a rich cultural tapestry.

Japan’s AI-based crime-prediction system enhances public security in Brazil with high accuracy and ease of use.

Opportunity in the face of adversity: a venerable inn that revived its fortunes through digital transformation pushes Japan’s tourism business into the...

Pianist TSUJII Nobuyuki has enchanted audiences worldwide ever since his triumph at the 13th Van Cliburn International Piano Competition in 2009. He also has...

Colored leaves vibrantly dye the Japanese autumn landscape, as seen at Chuson-ji temple, on the pilgrimage route in Shikoku, and in Shirakawa-go.

On May 25, 2023, PM Kishida made a speech at the Nikkei Forum 28th Future of Asia dinner held in Tokyo.

A Japanese comprehensive engineering consultancy company is supporting the rebuilding of Ukraine’s infrastructure by leveraging Japan’s disaster experience.

A Japanese startup is innovating the ammonia supply chain using small-scale synthesis, which can contribute to food security and decarbonization.

A Japanese startup is combining robotics and AI to create a safer way to repair and maintain wind turbines.

Read stories on Japan’s rich culture, including its food, art, and history, as well as on foreign people actively working to convey this culture.

Japan has been preventing an explosive outbreak of COVID-19 by focusing on avoiding the so-called “Three Cs” (closed spaces, crowded places, and...

Ahead of the G7 Hiroshima Summit, Japan’s Prime Minister Kishida visited France, Italy, the U.K., Canada, and the U.S.

PM Ishiba and President Trump shared their views on strengthening the Japan-U.S. relationship to advance Indo-Pacific peace and regional prosperity.

News and Press Release in English on United Republic of Tanzania and 3 other countries about Contributions and Food and Nutrition; published on 5 Sep 2022 by...

The story of a midwifery expert who has been working to propagate the Japanese way of respectful childbirth care.

Apr 18, 2019 - The English language is often simplified or made “cute-sounding” when used in Japanese. A good example of this is the word “my,” found in words like マイペース “my...

Barrier-free accessibility is crucial to realizing an inclusive society. In attempting to achieve that goal, innovative products and services are being...

Web3 is new decentralized digital network that allows users to manage and transact data themselves, along with sharing art and revitilizing rural areas.

The philosophy of KADONO Eiko, the author of Kiki’s Delivery Service and winner of the Hans Christian Andersen Award.

Under a new growth strategy aiming at realizing a science and technology nation, efforts are now underway across Japan to accelerate the practical application...

The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University offers hands-on support to researchers and startups.

Winter transforms Japan’s scenery—from snowcapped Hirosaki Castle to animals in the snow, Japanese sites and wildlife reveal unexpected beauty.

As the world continues to face shortages of COVID-19 vaccines, the Japanese government is actively working to deliver vaccines and contribute to “Last One...

Producing sake in France, a young venture company from Japan is attempting to share the great taste and potential of sake with the world.

Japan’s rising financial markets underpinned by robust fundamentals are attracting global interest amid governance reforms.

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Japan’s new crisis management service uses AI analysis of social media posts and big data to convey accurate, real-time insights on disaster conditions.

Japanese startup leverages blockchain and NFTs to revolutionize regional tourism, transforming fan culture into economic revitalization opportunities.

Experimental workshops combining the liberal arts with STEM education empower Japanese girls to break down social barriers.

The Japanese government has established Japan Innovation Campus, which aims to create a supportive ecosystem for incubating startups.

Enjoy spring in Japan—beautiful cherry blossoms in Miyajima, the fresh scent of new tea around Mt. Fuji, and the savor of edible wild plants.

The female English traveler Isabella Bird traveled Japan in the second half of the 19th century, penning a travelogue on the country’s hitherto unknown...

Hans Koga, a Swedish craftsman of koshirae (outer sword components) in Kumamoto, is not only helping preserve traditional techniques but also conveying the...

Japan’s steel industry is pioneering green steel production with hydrogen technology, driving the push for carbon neutrality by 2050.

A Mexican film director who became enchanted with the architecture of Japanese tea houses designed and built two teahouses himself, where he now teaches chado...

A Ukrainian evacuee who arrived in Miyagi speaks about peace at a school devasted by the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake.

Japan’s advanced nanotechnology is transforming malaria prevention with mosquito-repellent fabric, providing enhanced and lasting protection.

Sea urchins meet decarbonization. A Japanese startup aims to restore marine ecosystem through the farming of the high-end ingredient in Japanese cuisine.

A Japan-based global startup, Kyoto Fusioneering, has contributed to the realization of fusion power, based on Japan’s unique technological superiority.

Portraits of Japan features various aspects of Japan, from world heritage sites to beautiful sceneries of the four seasons.

The city of Tokamachi, Niigata Prefecture has cultivated a close relationship with Croatia through enthusiastic exchange since the 2002 FIFA World Cup. Sven...

A Japanese startup has developed tech that makes it possible to recover and reuse waste heat below 300°C efficiently by altering thermoelectric power...

Experience a Japanese summer with traditional customs, offering refreshing sights, textures, and flavors for coolness.

Visit Tsuruga, where the local community and the municipal government have collaborated in launching bold initiatives to clean their beloved sea and beaches.

Kanazawa in Ishikawa Prefecture has a sister-city relationship with Ghent, Belgium. Rani Verellen, a Coordinator for International Relations, dreams of...

Small sensors on helmets prevent work accidents and ensure safety with advanced real-time heat stress or fall detection and remote communication tech.

Enjoy the beauty of the autumn colors, magical festivals and seasonal flavors in Kyushu, the southernmost of Japan's four main islands.

At the Japan-Germany Summit, two leaders discussed ways to maintain and strengthen a free and open international order based on the rule of law.

As of July 26 this year, a new site in Japan has been added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List. The islands inscribed as Japan’s fifth World Natural Heritage...

Discover how innovative 5G integrated glass antennas are enabling always-on network connectivity and helping to make autonomous driving a reality.

An automated PCR testing system, based on Japanese robotic technologies, will contribute towards resolving problems hindering healthcare.

Spring, summer, autumn, and winter—blessed with a wide variety of changes in nature, Japan looks absolutely different with every passing season. Each of them...

Nearly 11 years have passed since the Great East Japan Earthquake. Fukushima Prefecture suffered severe damage in the disaster, but today it is well on its way...

Autumn’s colors of graceful Himeji Castle and the mysterious Goshikinuma ponds are set off by the savor of fleshy oysters.

Paris Observatory researcher exploring the universe reflects on the appeal of lunar exploration and her new challenge.

Prime Minister Ishiba championed sustainable development and strengthened global alliances at the G20 Rio de Janeiro Summit, driving global progress.

Visit Japan and stay at the world’s first sake-brewery hotel where you can experience the brewing process yourself.

Makinohara is famous for its tea fields, which are producing something new: carbon credits. This initiative addresses global warming and aims to revitalize the...

Japanese AI-based software is taking the place of skilled technicians in manufacturing, achieving dramatic efficiency gains and cost reductions.

Dr. Hiroyuki Fujita, founder and CEO of QED in Ohio, shares his philosophy that led him to success and respect in the U.S. community.

Kyoto’s vibrant floral Nishijin textiles, with 1200 years of tradition, will adorn the exterior walls of one of the pavilions at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai,...

Japan, U.S., and Republic of Korea announced the Camp David Principles to strengthen Japan-U.S.-ROK cooperation, after a historic trilateral summit.

A young Japanese social entrepreneur who launched an NPO in her teens reflects on how to find novel solutions for social issues.

The World BOSAI Forum aims for disaster risk reduction, based on lessons of the Great East Japan Earthquake.

A gold medalist at the International Mathematical Olympiad fascinated with jazz piano talks about the significance of STEAM education.

One of the world’s smallest and lightest weather radars can provide highly accurate rain forecasts and improve disaster prediction.

Graduating from Harvard College and The Juilliard School, a Japanese violinist uses her rare qualities to tackle social issues.

At the NATO Summit Meeting’s Partner Session in July. Prime Minister Kishida emphasized the importance of strengthening cooperation between Japan and NATO.

The Japanese government has established a new Digital Agency with a view to overcoming inefficiency in public administration. An expert with years of...

Having received a vote of confidence from the people, I will take on the extremely difficult challenges of overcoming COVID-19 and carving out a new era,...

The highest priority issue for the administration is responding to COVID-19. It is precisely because we are facing the hardship of COVID-19 that, rather than...

A Japanese plant-engineering company is optimizing the use of geothermal fields to help Indonesia develop geothermal energy and contribute to global...

Japan has issued an interim report on Clean Energy Strategy and now encourages extensive investment to become carbon neutral by 2050.

A sake brewer in Hiroshima has created a new, world-class sake that reflects the local nature and culture of the region.

Kosen, Japan’s unique education institutions that train practical and creative engineers, produced the startup IntegrAI.

Prime Minister Suga outlined eight major policies in his first policy speech to the Diet on October 26, 2020.

Cultivating Japanese yellowtail to meet the needs of the global market, residents of a vibrant island off the coast of Kyushu have turned fisheries into a...

The Japanese word ikigai, which has recently gained attention worldwide and enjoys widespread use, refers to a passion that gives value and joy to life. The...

ISLAMABAD; The Government of Japan, under its Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP) Program, has decided to provide

Dec 28, 2025 - Imagine a world where investing in your local community is as simple as tapping your phone. Japan is turning this vision into reality with a groundbreaking legi

In response to Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, Japan is providing wide-ranging support for Ukraine. Here’s one example from academia.

Japan’s prime minister visited Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar in July 2023 on his first trip to the Gulf region since taking office.

PM Kishida’s OECD speech emphasized Japan’s role in co-creation, announcing the kick-off of the Hiroshima AI Process Friends Group.

Lightweight and super-strong, cellulose nanofiber is an innovative material based on cellulose—a renewable resource from trees and plants—promising a wide...

The Tokyo 2020 Games, which reached a safe conclusion even under the difficult circumstances presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, made a significant step toward...