No Comment Japan: Priests pour icy water over themselves as part of annual ritual The annual ritual, called Daikan Misogi, is held at the coldest time of the year, based on a traditional lunisolar calendar. 20/01/2021
Sci-Tech Japan's human-centred smart cities enhancing well-being In partnership with The Government of Japan Japan is rapidly understanding the opportunities that smart cities can provide to help an aging population and to enhance general well-being. We take a look at two Japanese smart towns and their different solution-oriented smart projects. 18/01/2021
Sci-Tech Sustainable cities for a sustainable Japan In partnership with The Government of Japan Euronews' Sci-Tech takes a look at two Japanese cities using digital tools and big data to become more sustainable and to respect the environment. The goal is to offer their residents better long-term living conditions. 11/01/2021
No Comment Japan celebrates coming-of-age day despite recent COVID-19 surge At Yokohama Arena, women in ornate kimonos, fluffy white stoles and masks sat in socially distanced seating for the ceremony, with the men dressed mainly in suits. 11/01/2021
No Comment Parts of Japan see record snowfall as military brought in Heavy snow feel around the coast of the Sea of Japan due to winter pressure distribution. 11/01/2021
Japan New coronavirus variant detected in Japan in travellers from Brazil The discovery of new variant came as Japan's regional governments requested a state of emergency be declared in their prefectures to combat a rising in coronavirus infections. 10/01/2021
No Comment Toyosu fish market holds first tuna auction of 2021 The most expensive fish of the day was a 208-kilogram bluefin, which was sold for around €166,000. 05/01/2021
Spotlight How Japan uses technology to make us feel closer during the pandemic In partnership with The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan Japan has been a world leader in electronics for decades. And this is proving valuable to help the country tackle the communication issues the Covid-19 pandemic has created, and solve the problem of isolation. 04/01/2021
Japan Japan tightens ban on foreign arrivals over new coronavirus variant Seven cases of the new variant have already been detected in Japan, according to local health authorities. 27/12/2020
Explore How a clash of cultures transformed Tokyo's Harajuku district In partnership with Tokyo Metropolitan Government Explore Harajuku and the trendy Takeshita Street with its “Kawaii” fashion stores and, away from the hustle and bustle of shopping streets, discover the historic landmarks like the Meiji shrine and the peaceful Yoyogi park. 23/12/2020
Spotlight Japan keeps culture alive during the pandemic In partnership with The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan We take a look at the ways Japan is getting its traditional theatre performances known as Kabuki out to audiences during the pandemic. Then we go for a stroll to an open-air art festival specially adapted to COVID times. 22/12/2020
No Comment Japan braces for heavy snowfall in mountainous areas Weather officials in Japan warned that there will be more heavy snow this weekend, mainly in the mountainous areas of Hokkaido, Hokuriku and Kanto-Koshin regions. 19/12/2020
Spotlight How Japan is assisting foreigners during the COVID-19 pandemic In partnership with The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan Across the world, people are adjusting to the 'new COVID-19 normal’. The economic and social landscape in Japan, as elsewhere, looks very different now. We look at how Japan is facing the challenges of life during a pandemic through the stories of people on the ground. 15/12/2020
Australia First samples of asteroid subsurface recovered in Australian outback Japan's space agency has made history by successfully capturing and returning subsurface material from an asteroid for the first time. 06/12/2020
No Comment This robot in Japan can detect if customers aren't wearing face masks It's been introduced into a shop in Japan to ensure customers are following COVID-19 guidelines. 26/11/2020
No Comment Small protest in Tokyo amid hope delayed Olympics will go ahead The Tokyo Olympics were scheduled for last summer but put back a year because of the coronavirus pandemic. 17/11/2020
No Comment Japanese emperor's brother proclaimed first in line to throne Japanese Emperor Naruhito's younger brother, Crown Prince Fumihito, was formally sworn in on Sunday as first in line to the Chrysanthemum Throne. 08/11/2020
Earth News Japan plans to be carbon neutral by 2050 Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga made the pledge in his first address to the Japanese parliament. 29/10/2020
United Kingdom UK signs 'historic' trade agreement with Japan Japan is the UK's 11th largest export market with the value of trade between the two countries reaching £29 billion (€32 billion) in 2018. 23/10/2020
Moments Virtual tours: See Europe’s top travel destinations without leaving your couch Confined or simply no desire to leave home? Here are some of the most famous travel destinations that are available to visit online 13/10/2020