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Office chairs make for unusual Formula One in Japan

The small city of Hanyu, 60 kilometres north of Tokyo, was the headquarters of the Grand Prize of the Japanese office 'Isu'. The initiative was created ten years ago by Tsuyoshi Tahara in Kyoto and became so popular that this year 55 teams attended.

10/06/2019

Global Japan

Tea & tatami mats: two key elements of Japanese culture

In partnership with The Government of Japan

This edition of Global Japan goes in search of tranquility in the tea house, and self-awareness & strength in the Dojo.

13/09/2018

Global Japan

Traditional and avant-garde combine in Japan's architecture and design

Stunning innovation from Japanese designers and architects combining traditional aesthetics with cutting-edge creativity

30/08/2018

Global Japan

SME energy driving Japan's economic powerhouse

Small and medium businesses are the beating heart of Japanese manufacturing, providing the energy and creativity that make the country an economic superpower

26/07/2018

Global Japan

Japan-EU Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA): Why the agreement between Japan and the EU is a big deal

In this episode of Global Japan, you will discover a historic economic partnership agreement between Japan and the European Union. Much more than just a free trade agreement, it goes well beyond the purely economic sphere.

09/07/2018

Focus

Dagur Sigurdsson's Japan

Where does the high-profile Icelandic head coach of the Japanese national handball-team relax after a hard training session?

03/04/2018

Spotlight

Japonismes 2018: Paris soon under the spell of Japan's visual arts

Get a sneak peek at Japonismes 2018, an eagerly-anticipated cultural landmark this summer in Paris with over 50 events dedicated to Japanese culture.

27/03/2018

Adventures

We discovered the best place in the world for scuba divers

Japanese waters are crystal clear and perfect for those looking to explore.

22/03/2018

Spotlight

Paris to swing to the beat of 'Japonismes'

This year, France and Japan are celebrating 160 years of diplomatic relations.

20/03/2018

Adventures

Warm enough for a crocodile: exploring Japan's hot springs

The island of Kyushu is famous for its natural hot springs which bubble up from below the surface.

19/03/2018

Global Japan

ABE Initiative graduates bring their skills home to Africa

Students from the ABE Initiative explain how they put their training and skills from Japan to use in their home countries.

15/03/2018

Adventures

A new way to discover Japan?

The Shimanami Kaido route is a 60 km cycling path which is open to tourists of all levels who want to experience the attractions along it's route.

15/03/2018

Adventures

Exploring Japan's wonders by Kayak

The Torii gate is one of the wonders of Japan's shrines, and Euronews found the best way to explore it, is by kayak.

12/03/2018

Adventures

Modern pilgrims in Japan

Perhaps the idea of a pilgrim brings to mind medieval travellers. However, in Japan the practice is still alive and well. Euronews went to see some of the sites.

08/03/2018

Adventures

Would-be ninjas nurture their inner warrior in Akame, Japan

Our Japanese Adventures begin on Honshu island where the pristine forest in Iga Province is known as the birthplace of ninja.

05/03/2018

Global Japan

A Japanese lifeline to Haiti

Since the 2010 earthquake that killed 300,000 in Haiti, Japan has been a key partner in the country's reconstruction

15/02/2018