Japan’s NHK AI gaffe reignites Diaoyu Islands dispute amid Chinese coastguard intrusion
The Japanese broadcaster was criticised for using AI-generated subtitles that referred to disputed islands as Diaoyu Islands ...
Japan Test-Fires New Ballistic Missile for Island Defense in Pacific
The Japanese missile can evade defenses by traveling at more than five times the speed of sound and maneuvering within the ...
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China warship activity near Japan's southwest islands triples in 3 years
TOKYO -- Chinese military vessels sailed through waters around Japan's southwestern islands 68 times in 2024, more than ...
Exploring Nature And History In Kyushu, Japan
Japan’s southernmost main island, Kyushu, is a land deeply connected to nature. Known for its volcanic terrain, lush forests, ...
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Japan tracks Russian spy ship near its southern islands for over a week
On Nov. 11, a Yasen-class nuclear-powered submarine passed through the Soya Strait, which separates Japan’s northernmost main ...
Gods, myths & wonders of Japan’s National Parks
Creation legends and folk tales swirl like snow and leaves across the protected landscapes of Japan. This selection of four ...
A First-Timer’s Guide to Skiing in Japan
Don’t expect raucous party scenes or over-the-top après-ski. In Japan, it’s all about the snow. Here’s a primer on where to ...
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Japan's Miyazaki prefecture leverages anime and manga for tourism
Miyazaki prefecture, on Japan's southernmost main island of Kyushu, is leveraging anime and manga for tourism promotion through public-private partnerships. One such initiative is in the ...