"It is important to continue providing accurate explanations" to correct misconceptions about Fukushima, says University of Tokyo Professor Naoya Sekiya.
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Sanrio President Tomokuni Tsuji shares exclusive insights into taking the business of kawaii global 50 years after it brought the world Hello Kitty.
Check out the best of 2023 through the 25 most-read articles on JAPAN Forward, starting with 25 - 21. Did your favorites make the list?
What’s the debate in Japan, and what’s trending? The Week podcast is back for a special episode to enjoy Pacific seafood in the northeast of Japan.
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A new development at Azabudai Hills brings exciting changes and environmental concepts to the downtown Tokyo Minato Ward, including Japan's tallest skyscraper.
On October 26, two top skateboarders from Japan visited Sanrio Puroland's BUDDYEDDY WONDERFUL CLUB, the theme park's new English attraction.
Japan IT Week in Makuhari Messe, Chiba, featured approximately 660 exhibitors, with solutions that ranged from hardware to software, the metaverse, and more.
"Our goal is to make agriculture an inspirational industry," explains NTT AgriTechnology Senior VP and COO Kobayashi about their new urban farming model.