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Photographs lift the lid on Japan's underground 1950s tattoo scene

Takagi Akimitsu, one of the most prolific and well-known crime novelists of 20th century Japan, was also a brilliant photographer. A French book depicting his photos from 1950s Tokyo was recently on display at the International Tattoo Fair in Paris.

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Rona's recent run in Japanese rugby continues

Toshiba Brave Lupus Tokyo remain perfect after seven rounds of the Japanese rugby season, while ex-Wallaby Curtis Rona scored his fifth try of the campaign.

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Perfect Days review – Wim Wenders’s zen Japanese drama is his best feature film in years

The German director makes a strong case for simple living with this achingly lovely tale starring Kōji Yakusho as a Tokyo public toilet cleaner who finds quiet joy in the world around him

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Junto Nakatani Claims WBC Bantamweight Title With Sixth-Round TKO

Junto Nakatani clinches WBC bantamweight title with a sixth-round TKO victory in Tokyo, showcasing dominance and skill in the ring.

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Anime Producer Arrested In Tokyo For Child Pornography Allegations

Prominent anime producer in Japan arrested for creating child pornography involving a minor, sending shockwaves through the industry.

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Jennifer Lopez Celebrates Twins' 16Th Birthday With Luxe Tokyo Trip

Jennifer Lopez celebrates her twins' 16th birthday in Tokyo with a luxurious trip, traditional tea ceremony, and unique experiences. Follow her journey on ...

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Force fight hard in SuperW loss to Japanese champs

The Western Force have fought bravely in 37C heat but suffered a 10-point trial loss to Japanese champions Tokyo Sankyu Phoenix in Perth.

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Asian Markets Advance After Record Rallies

Asian shares climbed Friday following a day of record highs in Japanese, US and European markets after demand for AI-powering chips drove tech gains.

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Secrets of the sushi masters: how to order Japanese food like an expert

From eating with one’s fingers to whether to add wasabi, London’s top Japanese chefs offer an expert guide to ordering sushi and sashimi

Evening Standard

BMX star Reynolds picks her battles for fourth Olympics

Lauren Reynolds equalled Australia's best Olympic finish for women BMX racers at the Tokyo Games and believes she has more to give in Paris this year.

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Tokyo Stocks Rally, Many Japanese Left Behind

Learn about the economic challenges faced by many Japanese citizens amidst Tokyo stock market rally and calls for inclusive growth policies.

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Financial Security, Not Fine Art, Helps Drive Japan Stocks To Record High

Before Japan's asset bubble catastrophically burst in the early 1990s, stockbroker Ryuta Otsuka remembers waving a 10,000-yen note to hail a taxi after evenings sipping champagne at high-end Tokyo nightclubs.

International Business Times

Mr Jones Watches' new timepiece is inspired by the Tokyo skyline

The latest model in its collection takes inspiration from the iconic skyscrapers and skies of Japan

“Stay Crazy Japan”: 50 Interesting Pics That Show Why Japan Is A Country Like No Other (New Pics)

In addition to bustling cities and breathtaking nature, Japan surprises its visitors with other unexpected sights, such as fried chicken vending machines or public air showers for those suffering from pollen allergies, just to name a couple. The post “Stay Crazy Japan”: 50 Interesting Pics That Show Why Japan Is…

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Newly-opened Audo in Tokyo brings Copenhagen aesthetic to Japan

Denmark meets Japan: Audo Tokyo opens with a serene series of scenescapes that offers a sensory immersion in the brand's aesthetics

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Exploring The Top 10 Tourism Destinations For 2024

Discover the top 10 tourism destinations for 2024, from Bali's beaches to Dubai's opulence, offering diverse experiences worldwide.

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Watch the Fujifilm X-Summit 2024 live with us - X100VI announced

Fujifilm's first X-Summit of 2024 live from Tokyo - see the successor to the X100V get announced

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On a roll: bullet train food carts become Japan’s latest must-have

Rail company inundated with requests after putting up for sale 50 of the disused trolleys from the Tokyo-Osaka shinkansen route

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Olympic champs paddle their way to more gold in Sydney

Olympic champs Tom Green and Jean van der Westhuyzen have paddled their way to more gold, winning the Canoe Sprint Grand Prix 2 and Oceania men's K2 500 titles.

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Exploring The Global Fashion Scene: Top 10 Style Capitals

Discover the top 10 fashion capitals around the world known for their style and influence. From New York City to Tokyo, explore the vibrant fashion scenes ...

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Oscar-nominated 'Perfect Days' Is 'Not About Toilets', Wenders Says

The movie's taciturn main character is a cleaner who ensures that a set of toilets in downtown Tokyo, designed by famous architects, are kept spotless.

The Guardian - UK

‘If God is in everything, that includes toilets’: Kōji Yakusho on cleaning high-art loos in Wim Wenders’ Perfect Days

The star of Tampopo, Babel and The Eel reveals how it felt to share the screen with 17 stunning Tokyo lavatories in this joyously strange, Oscar-tipped film about a cleaner

International Business Times

Japan's Humble 'Onigiri' Rice Balls Get Image Upgrade

Wrapped in seaweed and stuffed with delicious fillings, "onigiri" rice balls are shaking off their reputation as a cheap and uninspiring snack in Japan -- and enticing hungry converts abroad.

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Ya-man’s Tokyo store is ‘an immersive, almost psychedelic experience’

Ya-man, the Japanese beauty brand known for its tech-focused devices and gadgets, opens an otherworldly HQ in Ginza, Tokyo

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Kengo Kuma on making Tokyo Edition Ginza ‘warm, intimate, and spiritual’

The new Tokyo Edition Ginza, designed by Kengo Kuma and Ian Schrager, marks the brand’s second chapter in Japan

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