Japan News and Discussion
Top in Category › 06:57 AM JST - 5th July
This month Lonely Planet is releasing the 4th edition of the Kyoto guide. In addition to the current Kyoto guide book, 13 new phrasebooks will…
New Products › 03:29 AM JST - 5th July
The beverage maker that brought you cucumber-flavored soda has a new cola concoction. Say aloha to Blue Hawaii! This syrupy sweet combination of lemon and…
Book Reviews › 07:18 AM JST - 4th July
The warrior traditions of Japan's martial history have long inspired awe and respect throughout the world, drawing generations of devotees and admirers. Few would be…
Executive Impact › 07:00 AM JST - 4th July
On July 1, the Hilton Niseko Village opened at the foot of 1,309 meter Mount Annupuri in Hokkaido. A two-hour drive from Sapporo, the 506-room…
Top in Category › 06:56 AM JST - 4th July
TOKYO — Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways are considering reducing flights on their routes linking Kansai International Airport in Osaka and local Japanese cities due to…
Lifestyle › 06:30 AM JST - 4th July
NEW YORK — Nearly four decades after the first instant ramen noodle factory opened in the U.S., Japan's beloved comfort food finally is making inroads -- even achieving…
Commentary › 05:05 AM JST - 4th July
TOKYO — After spending a considerable amount of time and effort for preparation, Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda now awaits the Group of Eight summit at which his…
Top in Category › 10:31 AM JST - 3rd July
NECKER ISLAND, British Virgin Islands — Richard Branson, the adventuring chairman of the Virgin Group of companies, says his two private Caribbean islands have a higher purpose than serving as ultra-luxury…
New Products › 10:09 AM JST - 3rd July
Starbucks Coffee Japan introduces a new frappuccino for summer. “Zakuro Peach frappuccino” features colorful zakuro (pomegranate), sweat peach and refreshing black iced tea. The company…
Entertainment / Arts › 07:08 AM JST - 3rd July
TOKYO — It seems very appropriate that this year’s Miss Universe Japan, Hiroko Mima, excels at high jump, since she is aiming for the highest bar of…
Kuchikomi › 05:02 AM JST - 3rd July
TOKYO — Petroleum from the Middle East is by no means the only oil whose prices have risen sharply. Take “bintsuke-abura,” the oil used by sumo wrestlers…
Lifestyle › 12:59 AM JST - 3rd July
TOKYO — Japan is in the age of ice cream. Ushered in by Dippin’ Dots (slogan: “The Ice Cream of the Future”) in 1995, and reignited by…
Top in Category › 04:47 PM JST - 2nd July
HONG KONG — The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has launched its mega summer promotion, the 2008 Hong Kong Summer Temptations. The promotion will run through Sept 21.…
Travel › 03:05 PM JST - 2nd July
BANGKOK — The Metropolitan Bangkok is offering travelers with a lengthy layover at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport the opportunity to recharge at the Met during their time between…
Commentary › 07:00 AM JST - 2nd July
TOKYO — Recently, NHK ran a "News Watch 9" item on the eradication of goats and lizards on Chichijima Island in the Ogasawara group, far to the…
Shukan Post › 03:38 PM JST - 1st July
Ever wondered what happens to a residence where people are killed? Real estate agents affirm that there are not too many people who are willing…
Top in Category › 02:40 PM JST - 1st July
TOKYO — British Airways (BA) is making Europe one of the most affordable destinations for winter vacation with a 50,000 yen return fare to London and 50…
New Products › 07:00 AM JST - 1st July
From Uniden Corp comes this 19-inch LCD digital television, featuring Sanrio's Hello Kitty character. The television with digital broadcasting tuner has characters on its front…
Lifestyle › 07:00 AM JST - 1st July
TOKYO — Few management consultants can cheer you up the way AMT Group’s Maki Nakayama can. Nakayama, a Washington Redskins cheerleader alumnus, is using the lessons she’s…
Top in Category › 06:49 AM JST - 1st July
TOKYO — Have a look at some of these bargains being advertised by travel agents in magazines this summer. Los Angeles for 29,000 yen, New York for…