Few years on the Earth
Japan’s fast-food industry has been rocked by a major scandal as Sukiya, the country’s largest beef bowl chain, announced the temporary closure of nearly all its 2,000 stores due to food contamination issues. This drastic move comes in response to two alarming incidents where a customer found a rodent in a bowl of miso soup, … Read more
The story of Iwao Hakamada is one of the most tragic miscarriages of justice in modern history. A former boxer, Hakamada was arrested in 1966 for the murder of his employer and the employer’s family in Shizuoka, Japan. He was convicted and sentenced to death in 1968 based on a confession that he later retracted, … Read more
The Love Motel Converts to Funeral Home in Saitama Prefecture has ignited discussions across Japan about the nation’s declining birthrate and aging population. Love motels, which once symbolized Japan’s economic and social vibrancy, are now slowly vanishing, making way for businesses catering to an increasingly elderly society. This conversion, while practical, has become a symbolic … Read more
A shocking and tragic incident unfolded in downtown Tokyo as 22-year-old YouTuber Airi Sato Stabbed While Livestreaming to her followers. The horrifying attack, which took place on a bustling city street, has sent shockwaves through Japan and beyond. The crime, which was witnessed by thousands of viewers in real time, has raised concerns about online … Read more
In a groundbreaking initiative, Fukushimaken Keisatsugakko, a police academy in Fukushima Prefecture, Japan, has introduced makeup training for its male cadets. The move, which has garnered widespread attention, aims to enhance officers’ grooming and personal presentation skills. With the assistance of professional beauty consultants, cadets have been learning basic makeup application techniques and grooming methods, … Read more
Recently, a viral video posted by Japanese food vlogger jukananan727 has captured the attention of netizens worldwide, showcasing a vegetable-loaded chicken meal prepared at a Public Middle School in Saitama, Japan. Japanese school lunches have long been praised for their nutritional balance, cleanliness, and commitment to providing students with wholesome meals. The video offers an … Read more
The shocking attack on Japan’s former Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in 2023 has led to a decisive court ruling, with 25-year-old Ryuji Kimura being sentenced to 10 years in prison. The attempted assassination of Kishida occurred during an election event in Wakayama, where Kimura threw a homemade pipe bomb at the prime minister. Though Kishida … Read more
Healing Pavilion, a petting zoo located in Japan’s Tochigi Prefecture, has implemented a controversial policy banning solo male visitors after repeated incidents of harassment towards its female guests and the zoo’s owner. The facility, which opened in March 2024, allows visitors to interact with a variety of animals, including rabbits, sheep, otters, and cats. It … Read more
In a remarkable tale of resilience, a cat in Japan has shocked the world by surviving for an entire month in extreme summer heat after being abandoned in an empty flat. The feline, now named ‘Miracle Cat’, managed to endure the harsh conditions by drinking toilet water and feeding on whatever scraps of food remained … Read more
A massive sinkhole resembling the size of an Olympic swimming pool opened up in Yashio, a city just north of Tokyo, swallowing a truck and its 74-year-old driver. Since the incident occurred on Tuesday, emergency crews have been racing against time to rescue the man, but their efforts have been hindered by the unstable and … Read more