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Inside Crunchyroll's 10th Anime Awards – and why it's only the beginning

And the winner is: Crunchyroll's answer to the Oscars understands why anime is becoming mainstream

Total Film

Where to find the Tokyo Tower in Forza Horizon 6

Take a snapshot of Tokyo's iconic tower.

PC Gamer

Visitors to one of Tokyo’s top tourist hotspots could face on-the-spot fines under new anti-littering rules

Patrolling staff fluent in English, Chinese and Korean will now fine people £9.3 for littering on one of the world’s busiest road crossings

The Independent UK

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Uber introduces 'Uber Drift' experience for tourists in Tokyo

Uber is launching "Uber Drift" in Japan, offering a limited-edition tourism experience where visitors can ride with professional drivers in racing cars. This half-day adventure takes groups from Tokyo to Mobara Twin Circuit for tandem drift rides, showcasing Japan's drifting culture. Reservations open May 27, 2026, for this unique opportunity.

The Economic Times

Smartee Mandibular Advancement Repositioning Seminar Draws Active Clinical Dialogue in Tokyo

TOKYO, May 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Smartee Denti-Technology, a global provider of clear aligner solutions, recently held a two-day Certified Seminar on Mandibular Advancement Repositioning Technology in Tokyo on May 23–24, 2026. The program focused on evidence-informed clinical management of jaw discrepancy cases with clear aligner therapy.Together with local Japanese…

AAP

Japan defence chief takes swipe at China at security meet

SINGAPORE - Japan's defence minister took a veiled swipe at China on Sunday, pledging to keep strengthening the military despite Beijing's criticism of Tokyo's increasingly muscular security stance.

Bangkok Post

Japan’s population suffers record five-year drop as government fails to halt decline

All prefectures barring Tokyo and Okinawa recorded a decline in population

The Independent UK

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JAL jet makes emergency landing at Narita airport, no injuries

A Japan Airlines passenger jet made an emergency landing at Narita airport near Tokyo on Friday due to a mechanical issue, with a tire believed to have burst during takeoff, the Transport Ministry said.

Bangkok Post

Doctors at Omotesando Helene Clinic Publish New Study on Long-Term Safety Surveillance Following High-Dose Intravenous MSC Administration

TOKYO, May 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Medical Corporation HELENE Omotesando Helene Clinic, located in Minato-ku, Tokyo, is pleased to announce that a research paper authored by its physicians, Dr. Takaaki Matsuoka and Dr. Nana Kobayashi, has been published in the international academic journal International Journal of Translational Medicine. The paper,…

AAP

Global Market: Japan inflation remains below BOJ target as energy costs rise

Tokyo's inflation eased for a sixth month in May, staying under the Bank of Japan's target. Government subsidies helped cushion rising global energy costs. Meanwhile, Japan's factory output rebounded in April, driven by AI-related demand. Policymakers watch these trends closely as they consider future interest rate decisions amid global economic…

The Economic Times

Humanoids dance and thread needles as Japanese robotics developers look to outdo Chinese

The Humanoids Summit Tokyo showcases advanced robotics, highlighting China's growing influence

AAP

Japan, S Korea stocks hit records on US-Iran deal hopes

Stock markets in Japan and South Korea closed at record highs on reports the US and Iran have reached an agreement to extend their ceasefire.

AAP

Japan, Philippines to agree on negotiations for intel-sharing pact

TOKYO — Japan and the Philippines are expected to announce Thursday their intention to begin formal negotiations to conclude a security intelligence-sharing pact, in their latest effort to boost cooperation amid shared concerns over China's military activities.

Bangkok Post

Humanoids dance and thread needles as Japanese robotics developers look to outdo Chinese

The Humanoids Summit Tokyo showcases advanced robotics, highlighting China's growing influence

The Independent UK

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Japan and Philippines move to bolster military ties as China’s rise causes shared anxiety

Ferdinand Marcos Jr is receiving ‘exceptional level of hospitality’ in Tokyo

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Tokyo Gore Police visionary director Yoshihiro Nishimura dead aged 59

The cult Japanese filmmaker and special effects pioneer behind some of modern horror cinema’s most extreme titles has died following a battle with liver disease.

AAP

Fujitsu expands AI strategy through collaborations with OpenAI and Anthropic

TOKYO, May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Fujitsu signs strategic partnership agreement with AnthropicFujitsu has entered into a strategic partnership agreement with Anthropic PBC. Through this collaboration, Fujitsu will combine Anthropic's AI technology, Claude, with its own industry and business expertise as well as its capabilities in building and...

The Guardian - AU

‘Catnomics’: how Japan’s feline fixation has become an industry worth billions

Their influence is evident in every corner of society, the imperial family owns some, and Tokyo even has its own ‘cat town’

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Casio to Release MR-G Inspired by the Polar Brinicle Phenomenon

TOKYO, May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced the release of a new MR-G timepiece, adding to the flagship line of the G-SHOCK brand of shock-resistant watches. The new MRG-BF1000EB draws inspiration from the brinicle, an extraordinary natural phenomenon in which columns of ice form beneath the…

Player One

'Pokémon GO' Player Catches Ultra-Rare Shiny Shadow Groudon at GO Fest Tokyo

"Pokémon GO" GO Fest Tokyo produces a rare Shundo Shadow Groudon with perfect IVs, shocking players ahead of GO Fest Global 2026 events.

Euronews

Tokyo governor urges global capitals to share best practices in Astana visit

Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike discussed hydrogen energy, AI cooperation and urban resilience during visits to the Netherlands and Kazakhstan.

Euronews

Panic at Tokyo luxury mall after man sprays unidentified substance

Firefighters, police and hazmat crews surrounded a luxury shopping mall in Tokyo’s Ginza district after a man sprayed an unidentified substance inside, with 19 people taken to hospital.

The Independent UK

At least 20 people fall ill after man sprays liquid inside luxury Tokyo mall

Suspect sprays unidentified liquid at ATM on ground floor of Ginza Six shopping centre in central Tokyo

AAP

Dozens in hospital after substance sprayed in Tokyo

Dozens of people have been taken to hospital in Tokyo after complaining of suddenly developing throat pain near the Ginza Six shopping complex.

The Independent UK

Over 20 taken to hospital after unknown substance allegedly sprayed in Tokyo shopping area

More than 20 people developed sore throats near a luxury department store in Tokyo’s Ginza shopping area

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