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Japan railway station names third ‘stationmaster’ – calico cat named Yontama

Quirky feline role continues to boost tourism and revive local rail line

The Independent UK

Dollar Edges Higher on Strength in US Service Sector Activity

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday rose by +0.11%. The dollar recovered from early losses on Wednesday and moved higher after Dec ISM services index unexpectedly expanded at its fastest pace in 14 months. The dollar also rose amid increased safe-haven demand after the US seized a Russian-flagged tanker...

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This Toyota GR86 Got An AE86 Makeover—Pop-Up Headlights And All

The Toyota AE86 Corolla is a legend for a reason. The rear-wheel-drive sports car from the mid-1980s became an icon thanks to the Japanese television show Initial D. Now, a Japanese tuner has put the AE86’s front end on a new GR86, including pop-up headlights and all. It looks killer.

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Instax is about to get a lot better at printing text on instant film, if this new premium mobile printer is any indication

Fujifilm's Instax Mini Link+ is a portable photo printer made to also print text and graphics, but it has only been announced in Japan

Digital Camera World

Dollar Recovers as US Service Sector Activity Expands

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.09%. The dollar recovered from early losses today and is slightly higher after Dec ISM services index unexpectedly expanded at its fastest pace in 14 months. The dollar also rose amid increased safe-haven demand after the US seized a Russian-flagged tanker...

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The newest Fujifilm compact camera “time-travels” with an Eras Dial and a Super-8-inspired design. But, there’s a catch

The Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo Cinema has a dial to replicate looks from different decades, but it's only been announced in Japan

Digital Camera World

How tourism, a booming wellness culture and social media are transforming the age-old Japanese tea ceremony

One of Japan’s most recognizable cultural practices – the Japanese tea ceremony, known as chanoyu, or chadō – is being reshaped by tourism, wellness culture and social media.

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Japan Rocked by Nuclear Security Scare After Agency Worker Loses Sensitive Phone in China

A Japanese nuclear safety worker lost a phone containing confidential data in China, prompting the Nuclear Regulation Agency to warn of a potential security breach.

International Business Times UK

Watchdog halts a Japanese nuclear plant's safety review after seismic data found to be fabricated

Japan's nuclear watchdog is scrapping the safety screening for two reactors at the Hamaoka nuclear power plant

The Independent UK

S&P Futures Tick Lower With U.S. Jobs Data in Focus

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH26) are trending down -0.12% this morning as caution prevails ahead of the release of U.S. jobs data that could offer clues on the timing of the Federal Reserve’s next interest rate cut.

Barchart

‘Astounding’ vaccine change puts US behind peer countries, experts warn

Scientists predict increased disease outbreaks after Trump officials no longer recommend third of childhood vaccines

The Guardian - US

China announces another new trade measure against Japan as tensions rise

China has escalated its trade tensions with Japan by launching an investigation into imported dichlorosilane, a chemical gas used in making semiconductors

The Independent UK

Fox News’ Jesse Watters declares Trump taking Venezuela’s oil is ‘common sense’ while dismissing ‘imperialistic’ concerns

Jesse Watters claimed that the US taking Venezuela’s oil was legitimate because it looted Japan for gold in WW2

The Independent UK

ROG Flow x Kojima Productions Revealed — ASUS Taps Gaming Auteur to Shape the Future

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) and Japanese Developer Kojima Productions revealed at CES 2026 that they are collaborating and shaping the gaming future

International Business Times UK

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Digital Camera World

Three-year-old Canon camera proves impossible to dethrone – it's still Japan's best-selling camera!

Very few competing camera bodies can match its combination of performance, portability, and cost... Let's take a fresh look at Japan's December 2025 camera sales

Euronews

Blue zones: Are global longevity hotspots a myth? New study shows where people really live longer

Regions known as blue zones are genuine areas where people live longer and are far more likely to reach 100, according to a new study.

The Independent UK

Japan rolls out child support campaign as bullying and student suicides hit record levels

A record of 527 students from elementary and senior high schools killed themselves in 2024, according to health ministry data, even as the overall suicide rate in Japan declined

The Guardian - UK

‘Yamagata is ramen’: Japan’s city of noodle fiends revels in ‘capital’ status

Noodle dish is nation’s favourite comfort food and source of civic pride – but it has health risks

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Guitar World

“2026 is going to be in the record books as one of the most exciting years for Fender”: Fender has announced its new CEO – what does it mean for the future of the iconic guitar brand? We met Edward ‘Bud’ Cole to find out

Fender’s new CEO pioneered the firm’s most talked-about projects. Now he’s taking his innovative Fender Japan ethos global

International Business Times UK

From Hero to Villain: The Power Rangers Stuntman Who Used His Skills to Become a Real-Life Villain Robbing Houses

Former Super Sentai stuntman, later linked to Power Rangers, was arrested in Japan as the 'Spider-Man Thief' after a string of daring burglaries.

Tom’s Hardware

Sega co-founder David Rosen passed away on Christmas Day — 95-year-old former U.S. airman helped set up Sega after his service ended in Japan

David Rosen, one of the co-founders of Sega, passed away on Christmas Day.

The Independent UK

South Korean president grins in selfies with China’s Xi as part of four-day charm offensive

Xi frames South Korea and China as historic allies against Japanese militarism

Barchart

Stock Index Futures Muted as Rally Stalls, U.S. Economic Data Awaited

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH26) are down -0.06%, and March Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQH26) are up +0.07% this morning, taking a breather after the AI-driven rally seen in the first trading days of 2026.

The Independent UK

China bans exports to Japan of dual-use goods that could enhance Tokyo's military power

China has banned exports to Japan of dual-use goods for military purposes

International Business Times UK

Runaway Horse In Japan Trots Back Home After City Adventure

A runaway horse in Japan escaped from Meiji University's stable in Kawasaki on 5 January 2026, wandering streets for 30 minutes before returning unaided in a viral incident evoking Umamusume, an anime about horse racing.

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