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In 1988, the Hokutosei sleeper express was the first train to use the Seikan tunnel to link Ueno Station in Tokyo to Sapporo, over a journey of 1,200 kilometers. It gained popularity through such cha…
The 30-year-old rikishi, who is 6'2' and 386 pounds of Tokyo beef has had a long road to achieve this highest of ranks. A perennial runner-up in the world of push and pull, h…
This might just be a plastic box, but hey, I think game cases are interesting. You might, too. Via Twitter user Gaijinhunter, here is our first look at the Japanese retail container for Switch …
"The most frequently asked question is about safety. Most people have no idea of the size of the areas that have been affected by the radiation", she said. "I also get asked if it is s…
Japan has always been famous for its fashion subcultures. Walk about Tokyo on the weekend and you'll see the usual mash-up of lolita, rockabilly and cosplay enthusiasts. But look that littl…
“For over a decade, Pillsbury has made long exposure photographs using only available light. Across several series and in many cities, he has focused on the passage of time and people within spaces b…
Kansai International Airport is an international airport located on an artificial island in the middle of Osaka Bay, 38 km southwest of Ōsaka Station, Japan
Mitsubishi Aircraft Corp. said Monday that it now doesn't expect to deliver the first plane until mid-2020. That's two years later than the previous schedule and the fifth time in less…
If that uncanny shot of the kitty above has already piqued your curiosity, then MdN Corporation’s newest photo book Nora Neko Ken has your name written all over it!
Based on preprogrammed map information and using high performance sensors and advanced collision-avoidance algorithm, the robot can move about while staying aware of its surroundings, enabling i…
