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Fukushima: Japan greenlights water release from the nuclear plant

The government says that releasing this water is safe. The International Atomic Energy Agency, UN's watchdog, has also approved the project.

Japan

Japan to start releasing radioactive wastewater from nuclear plant

A massive earthquake and tsunami destroyed the Fukushima Daiichi plant’s cooling systems, causing three of its reactors to melt and contaminate their cooling water.

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WATCH: Japan's goldfish-catching contest lures 1,700 people

Armed with fragile paper scoops, the competitors tried to capture as many goldfish as possible in three minutes from 20 tubs containing about 1,000 fish each.

USA

US, Japan and South Korea agree Pacific security pact

“The purpose of our trilateral security cooperation is and will remain to promote and enhance peace and stability throughout the region,” the leaders said in a joint statement.

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Destinations

Introverts recommend the best places for solo travel

Not a people person? These are the best travel destinations for space, silence and solitude.

Health news

Scientists close to developing a drug that makes teeth regrow

While we are used to the idea of teeth only growing twice, a new drug could make it possible to grow a third set.

Culture news

Nintendo levels up its profits thanks to film success

The Japanese video game company has reported an increase in profits for the first quarter of 2023 compared with last year.

Mobility

Tokyo tests automated, simultaneous translation at railway station

The 40 cm high semi-transparent display sees translations pop up simultaneously on the screen as station staff and foreign tourists speak.

Culture news

Spirited Away stage adaptation set to open in London's West End

'Spirited Away', the acclaimed Japanese animated film that took home the Best Animated Feature Oscar in 2001, is making its way to London as a stage play adaptation.

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Watch: Typhoon Khanun forecast to return to Japanese islands

Typhoon Khanun, now in the waters between China and Japan's southwestern islands, is expected to slow to nearly stationary movement before a weakening high-pressure system nearby allows it to turn east Friday

Culture news

He’s fur real: The man going viral for his first walk as ‘human dog'

"This is my hobby, so I will carry on. It makes me happy and other people happy, too."

Culture news

Why is #NoBarbenheimer trending in Japan?

Warner Bros. Japan has publicly criticised their US counterparts over ‘inconsiderate’ reactions to art combining Barbie imagery with nuclear mushroom clouds...

Sport

Women's World Cup: Ireland officialy knocked out while Spain survive

Mixed fortunes for Europe as Ireland fail to secure a single point in the tournament and Spain make it through to the next stage despite conceding four against Japan.

Travel News

Most powerful passports: How do countries in Europe compare?

The world’s most powerful passport has changed for the first time in five years.

Culture news

Miyazaki's mysterious final Studio Ghibli film released in Japan

Hayao Miyazaki has returned from retirement for his final film, 'How Do You Live?'

Europe News

EU to lift Fukushima food ban imposed after nuclear accident

Economic security, particuarly in relation to China, was also a key topic.

Culture news

Is Japan's #MeToo moment finally coming for Johnny Kitagawa?

The talent manager behind many of Japan's biggest boy bands died in 2019. Now, accusers are coming forward with their stories.

Culture news

Europe's biggest festival of Japanese culture opens in Paris

To celebrate Japan World Expo 2025, the official mascot Myaku-Myaku is travelling abroad for the first time and making an appearance in Paris.

World News

North Korea fires ICBM in protest over alleged US spy plane presence

North Korea fired its first Intercontinental ballistic missile in three months after warning of “shocking” consequences to protest alleged US surveillance activity close to its territory.

Culture news

Ancient Buddhist temple defaced by Canadian teen

An eighth-century Japanese temple and UNESCO World Heritage site in Nara Prefecture, Toshodaiji Temple, has been vandalized.