Eruptions continue at Shinmoedake in southwestern Japan
Eruptions continue at Shinmoedake in southwestern Japan, sending plumes of smoke skyward.
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Japan has record 2.47 million foreign residents
A record-high 2.47 million foreigners were living in Japan at the end of June.
Approach to Shinmoedake restricted
Volcanic eruptions have continued on mount Shin-moedake in southwestern Japan since early Wednesday.
Car rental firms promote safe driving campaign
Car rental firms in Japan are stepping up their efforts to prevent accidents involving foreign visitors.
Nissan to offer free checks of recalled vehicles
Japan's Nissan Motor has moved quickly to offer free checks of vehicles recalled due to invalid safety inspections at its plants.
Autumn festival starts in Takayama
An autumn festival featuring dazzling floats has begun in the central Japanese city of Takayama, Gifu Prefecture.
Japan: 3 British robbery suspects put on Interpol list
Tokyo police have placed 3 British men on an international wanted list on suspicion of robbing an upmarket jewelry store.
Autumn foliage at its peak in Nasu
The autumn leaves are now at their most colorful in Ubagadaira on Mount Nasu, north of Tokyo.
Tax-free stores try to attact travelers
Store officials say sets of Japanese cosmetics are very popular, and that they offer a large selection.
Philippine Festival at Kani Public Arts Center (Gifu)
On October 1, Sunday, the Philippine Festival took place at Kani Public Arts Center, in Gifu Prefecture, organized by PSJNC (Philippine society in Japan Nagoya Chapter). People could enjoy the Miss Mirin contest that was held to choose Gifu’s Miss Princess, talent show, group streetdance competition and urban dance presentations. During the event there were […]
