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Here’s why Perfect One should be your summer shampoo
Japan has no shortage of summer products to help you survive the heat and humidity. From UV umbrellas to neck coolers and portable fans, there’s something for everyone. To make this summer a bit more bearable, switch your current shower lineup with products that have cooling ingredients. The Perfect One… Read
Explore Japanese mythology in Hyogo, Shimane and Miyazaki prefectures
When people use the term “Japanese mythology,” they are often referring to Shinto — one of Japan’s most widely practiced religions that originated here in the archipelago. Shinto teaches that the world is inhabited by kami (deities), who are venerated at shrines and other sacred sites. Stories of Japan’s most… Read
Japan’s looming imperial crisis – why it’s time to open the succession to female heirs
Japan’s Emperor Naruhito has finally admitted that the future of the Chrysanthemum Throne is in peril. Speaking on the eve of his state visit to the UK in mid-June, Naruhito noted that the number of male heirs in the imperial family was shrinking and they were ageing. Female members of the… Read
When should a child start riding a bike?
When Michael Natividad learned to ride a bike at 7 or 8 years old, he knew his training wheels were ready to come off when he leaned on them while zipping around corners. His daughter, on the other hand, was barely 3 when she sped away from him on her… Read
Hong Kong commercial law hub allure damaged by foreign judges row, lawyers say
The resignations of two British judges from China-ruled Hong Kong's highest court not only raise concerns about the rule of law, some lawyers and experts say, but will further undermine confidence in the city's broader commercial legal sector. Hong Kong's legal industry, which has long helped define the territory as… Read
Super Mario and Baskin-Robbins Japan collab returns for 2024 with new flavor, goods, and more
Last year, Baskin-Robbins Japan heated up Japan’s already-hot summer with a limited Super Mario collaboration menu. It included special flavors, cups, goods, and even ice cream cakes. Thanks to its popularity, it’s back for a second round in Summer 2024. The Super Mario collab menu will be available until July 31 at Baskin-Robbins across Japan. As… Read
4 Japanese laws that desperately need to be amended for women
While many laws have been created and updated to improve the lives of women in Japan, others have not. Here, we highlight four Japanese laws we would like to see amended for women so that Japan can become a nation where people of all genders have the same rights on… Read
EU resists calls to delay deforestation law, letter shows
The European Union has resisted calls from some industries and countries to delay its flagship policy to fight deforestation, a letter seen by Reuters showed. The deforestation law will, from Dec 30, require companies selling soy, beef, coffee, palm oil and other products in the 27-nation bloc to prove their… Read
Discover majestic beauty of Mount Komagatake in Hokkaido
Southern Hokkaido is home to the stunning Onuma Quasi-National Park, featuring Mount Komagatake. This impressive mountain represents the beauty of nature and offers exciting hiking opportunities in the area. It’s perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers seeking unforgettable experiences with stunning views and peaceful surroundings in the summer. Hiking Season Hiking season at Mount… Read
Eli Lilly weight loss drug beats Ozempic in head-to-head study
Patients taking Eli Lilly's new drug Mounjaro achieved significantly greater weight loss than those on Novo Nordisk's Ozempic, a head-to-head study published Monday showed. Researchers analyzed the electronic health records of more than 18,000 U.S. patients between May 2022 and September 2023 to compare outcomes among those receiving the two… Read
