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Outrage after Japanese journalist denies October 7 sex crimes

Japanese journalist Miki Otaka denies Hamas atrocities, tossing antisemitic accusations Israel pays for lobbying activities in US and Europe to prevent sanctions

Itamar Eichner | 06.30.24

The flesh-eating bacteria cases in Japan: everything you need to know

Over 1,000 of Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome (STSS) have been recorded in Japan in early 2024

Ynetnews | 06.26.24

Japanese 'disgusted' by Kyoto hotel barring Israelis, ambassador says

Israeli envoy Gilad Cohen reports embassy received numerous messages condemning actions of Kyoto's Material Hotel, including from lawmakers, journalists and members of public; many note hotel's manager Brazilian, not Japanese

Itamar Eichner | 06.19.24

Japanese hotel cancels reservation of Israeli tourist over IDF 'war crimes' in Gaza

Jeronimo Gehres, the manager of Material Hotel in Kyoto, told the Israeli tourist that he is not able to accept reservations from persons he believes might have ties to the Israeli army

Itamar Eichner | 06.17.24

To counter declining birth rate, Japan launches government-run dating app

Users will need to submit documentation proving they are single and express their willingness to marry in order to use Tokyo Futari Story app

Ynetnews | 06.11.24

שירותים שקופים-אטומים-צבעוניים בפארק, בעיצוב שיגרו באן, שירותים בטוקיו

A sneak peek into Japan's illustrious public restrooms

New project sets out to alter the Japanese aversion to using public facilities in film presenting 17 restrooms built and designed by the country's most famous architects

Amnon Direktor | 06.07.24

חוברת מאנגה שמציג את חייה של נועה ארגמני

Japanese manga artist dedicate touching comic to hostage Noa Argamani

Makoto Tanaka says her creation reflects the sentiments of the people and government of Japan, who insist there will be no cease-fire unless all our hostages are released

Itamar Eichner | 06.04.24

Japanese automakers will develop new cleaner engines

Japanese automakers reject electric, focus on engine innovations

Toyota, Mazda and Subaru announce in joint statement will develop cleaner, upgraded gasoline engines; CEOs declare transition to engines powered by synthetic fuel within 2 years

Tomer Hadar | 05.31.24

'Israel is a terrorist organization': antisemitic sentiment spreads in Far East

Chinese online users justify the October 7 attack and many Japanese view Israel as an obstacle to peace while South Korean activists accuse Israel of killing the resistance movement; all these countries have seen a major surge in antisemitism since the war's outbreak

Zeev Avrahami | 05.31.24

World's first wooden satellite LignoSat shown during a press conference at Kyoto University in Kyoto on May 28, 2024

Japanese researchers develop world's first environmentally friendly wooden satellite

Experimental satellite, to be launched into space in September on SpaceX rocket, designed to burn up completely upon re-entering atmosphere, potentially reducing generation of metal waste from satellite re-entries

Ynetnews | 05.30.24

Israeli company nabs Japanese prize for cultured eel

ForSea steals the show at the big SusHi-Tech innovation event in Tokyo ; company using innovative technology that allows for the economical cultivation of seafood

Itamar Eichner | 05.27.24

Not just Germany: The countries that have resumed funding UNRWA

Japan, France, Australia, Canada, Sweden and Spain quickly restored their financial support to the Palestinian refugee aid agency, even before a UN report that cleared UNRWA workers of allegations, previously made by Israel, connecting them to terrorist activities in the region

Itamar Eichner | 04.25.24

Israeli judokas confront pro-Palestinian protesters at Japan training camp

Sagi Muki and Peter Palchik scolded for confronting pro-Palestinian protesters while in Japan for training; Culture and Sports Ministry plans to review protocols after not being informed of team's departure

Nadav Zenziper | 03.31.24

Israel confirms modest showcase at Japan world expo amid war

After pushing the decision to the eleventh hour, Israel informs Japan it will participate in Expo Osaka 2025, opting for a modest pavilion akin to those of developing nations due to budget constraints amid the war

Itamar Eichner | 03.30.24

האזור בו התרחשה התפרצות הר הגעש קיקאי-אקאהויה ביפן

Scientists crack secrets of biggest volcanic blast in history

Scientists discover Kikai-Akahoya eruption, the most potent on record, occurred 7,300 years ago near Japan, ejecting 71 cubic kilometers of debris—three times the volume of Mount Tambora's 1815 eruption, previously deemed the strongest

Yogev Israeli | 03.14.24

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