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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...

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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...

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.

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

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,...

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

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.

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,...

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.

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...

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...