Japanese manufacturers and retailers are increasingly emphasizing durability and timeless designs in their school backpack products to appeal to consumers.

Japanese manufacturers are reportedly the most severely impacted by an aluminum shortage, a consequence attributed to the ongoing conflict involving Iran. This scarcity is causing significant challenges for the industry in Japan.

Police in Busan, South Korea, have launched an investigation into the alleged sexual assault of a Chinese tourist. A Japanese man is reportedly involved in the incident.

Japanese manufacturing company MinebeaMitsumi is reportedly planning to establish Cambodia as a key export base for products destined for the United States. This strategic move aims to optimize its global supply chain and market access.

Japanese manufacturing company MinebeaMitsumi is reportedly looking at Cambodia as a strategic base for its exports to the United States.

Japanese manufacturers are reporting an improved business sentiment, a development that is seen as supportive of the Bank of Japan's current interest rate policy.

A Japanese individual, claiming to be an active officer of Japan’s Self-Defence Forces, illegally entered the Chinese embassy in Tokyo, admitting to the actions and reportedly threatening Chinese diplomats.

A dispute has erupted between Italian automaker Ferrari and Japanese manufacturer Mazda, as Ferrari appears to have used a car name that it legally cannot support.

A Japanese court sentenced a 44-year-old man to 14 years in prison for causing the death of a woman by forcing her to drink 32 shots of tequila, leading to acute alcohol poisoning during an attempted rape.

Reports of Honda engine problems are leading to new discussions and concerns regarding the perceived reliability of Japanese manufacturing.

A Japanese man accused of conspiring with a woman to force a then 12-year-old Thai girl into sex work at a Tokyo massage parlour he operated has denied the charges. “I did not know she was underage,” Masayuki Hosono, 52, told the Tokyo District Court during the first hearing of his criminal trial on Monday. His defence counsel also argued that he had been deceived about the girl’s age by the woman, Punsiripanya Phakhaphon, 38, a Thai national who managed the private-room massage parlour in...

Sentiment among Japanese manufacturers rebounded in February, though underlying conditions remain soft.

A 39-year-old Japanese man faces a prison sentence after a court ruled that his website, which provided detailed plot summaries of films and series, constituted copyright infringement.

South Korean police are investigating an alleged sexual assault of a Chinese tourist by a Japanese man in Busan.

A Japanese man arrested for the disappearance of his stepson has confessed to killing the boy and hiding his body, following an extensive police search in Kyoto prefecture.

Sadao Shoji, known for his humorous manga "Asatte-kun" depicting the daily lives of salarymen, passed away on April 5 at the age of 88 due to heart failure.

Popular U.S. voice actor Troy Baker, Grammy-nominated video game composer Austin Wintory, and Japanese manga editor Kazuhiko Torishima are confirmed to attend Italy's Comicon Napoli.

A Japanese manufacturer is highlighting 130 years of precision craftsmanship with the release of a new $370 pen.

A Japanese man has achieved a new world record by completing 8 rope skips in a single attempt, demonstrating the power of hard work and determination.

A Reuters poll indicates that the mood among Japanese manufacturers has reached a four-year high, though concerns over Middle East risks are weighing on the sector's future outlook.

The adventures of the Straw Hat pirate crew are returning. Netflix is releasing the second season of the live-action adaptation of the famous Japanese manga One Piece.

A 29-year-old self-employed man in Japan has been referred to prosecutors for repeatedly failing to attend mandatory training sessions after committing traffic violations on an electric kickboard, marking the first such arrest nationwide.

A Japanese man paid rent for years to keep his wife's murder scene intact, hoping for technological advancements to solve the case, which eventually led to the arrest of the killer.

In a Hong Kong robbery case involving a Japanese man losing a large sum of cash, the arrested Japanese suspect has reportedly confessed to being hired to steal the money with a promise of payment after the crime.

A Japanese manga artist's social media post detailing their financial difficulties gained widespread attention, leading to fans donating over $5,600 to support them.

Police in Busan, South Korea, are continuing their investigation into the alleged sexual assault of a Chinese tourist by a foreign national. A Japanese man was previously reported to be involved in the incident.

Shoji Morimoto from Japan earns approximately $80,000 a year by offering a unique service where he simply exists as a companion for lonely strangers, charging about $70 per session without conversation or expectations.

A Reuters poll reveals that Japanese manufacturers' confidence has seen its largest decline in three years. The dip is largely driven by growing concerns over the situation in the Middle East.

Japanese manga artist Ito Ogure, known as Oh Great, is set to unveil his first graphic novel, 'Smoke,' at the Festival du Livre de Paris, marking a new chapter for the celebrated creator.

A man in Japan has embarked on a journey to learn many new languages at the age of nearly 50, as reported in easy English news.

Japanese manufacturer Murata, a key Apple supplier, has begun efforts to decouple its rare earths supply chain from US-China geopolitical risks.

A 49-year-old man in Tokyo's Kunitachi City has been indicted for the murder of his wife, who was allegedly pushed from a 9th-floor balcony in 2021. The indictment comes approximately five years after his initial arrest and subsequent release without charges.

The Nissan X-Trail model marks its 25th anniversary, having sold more than eight million units globally and maintaining a significant position in the Japanese manufacturer's lineup for a quarter-century.

Takeshi Ebisawa, 61, a Japanese national, pleaded guilty to six charges related to trafficking nuclear material in a U.S. court.

A 30-year-old temporary employee has been arrested in Tokyo's Kabukicho 'Toko' area on suspicion of threatening a middle school girl and forcing her into prostitution. The suspect reportedly partially denies the allegations.