Aichi Police warns against household break-ins, car and bike thefts
Aichi Police has issued a warning against household break-ins, car and bike thefts. Learn some prevention measures and protect yourself.
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LCCs want to cancel service due to few bookings
Japan's transport ministry is considering whether to allow low-cost carriers to cancel flights when only a small number of seats are sold.
Snack food maker in Japan to resume potato chip sales
Calbee will restart selling three brands of potato chips it halted in April from next week.
Filipino housekeepers arrive as part of program to bolster sagging labor numbers
Housekeeping operators are looking to increase more foreign maids in Tokyo.
Japan: Asbestos used in 22,000 housing units
Asbestos can cause lung cancer as well as a type of cancer called mesothelioma, and other health problems.
Japan to decide on new anti-missile system
Japan's Defense Ministry intends to decide in the next few months on how to upgrade its missile defense.
Japan: Beer sales rise ahead of anticipated price hike
Consumers in Japan bought more beer and similar beverages in May ahead of an expected price hike.
Japan: Bus driver talks about fatal accident
The driver of a tourist bus that was hit by a car on the Tomei Expressway says he quickly steered to the left to avert a disaster when he saw something flying towards him.
Japan: Eateries trying to help foreign part-timers
Restaurant operators in Japan are helping their foreign part-time workers get used to the country's working environment.
Japan: Gropers urged against jumping on tracks to flee
Railway operators in Japan have jointly launched a campaign warning people accused of groping not to flee by running along the railway tracks.
