Edo's Heat, 2026 "Sanja Matsuri" Dates Announced! Three Days of Brave Mikoshi and Tradition
A thorough guide to Asakusa's Sanja Matsuri from May 15, 2026. Discover its history, highlights, food stalls, and traffic tips for this major Edo festival.
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Hakata Dontaku 2026 Opens! 800 Years of History and Enthusiasm
The Hakata Dontaku Port Festival opened today, May 3, 2026, in Fukuoka. A thorough report on its 800-year history, shamoji spoons, and flower cars.
How AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 "Strix Halo" Redefines the AI PC Landscape
Analyzing the performance and cost efficiency of x86's sole integrated chip monster, compared to NVIDIA DGX Spark and Apple M5 Ultra.
The Fight for Hegemony in a New Era: Grand Sumo Summer Basho Opens! The Shock of Yokozuna "Onosato"
Sumo Summer Basho opens in May 2026 at Ryogoku Kokugikan. A look at the battle for supremacy between Onosato and Hoshoryu, ticket info, and rising stars.
100 Years of Tradition: The Pride of the Japan Professional Golf Championship
The 93rd Japan Professional Golf Championship takes place in Shiga in May 2026. Discover the history and legends of Japan's oldest tournament.
2026 Golden Week Sale Guide: Amazon, Uniqlo, and More
A complete guide to 2026 Golden Week sales in Japan, covering Amazon, Uniqlo, Geo, Bic Camera, and Sofmap.
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Foods
Spring 2026 Flatfish Trends: Catch Updates and 3 Delicious Recipes
An overview of flatfish (karei) landing trends in 2026. Features seasonal characteristics and three easy, delicious recipes for the home cook.
Google I/O 2026 Preview: AI Evolves into Autonomous Agents
A comprehensive preview of Google I/O 2026 starting May 19. Exploring the evolution of Gemini AI, Android 17, and desktop-mobile OS integration.
April 2026: A Giant Leap Toward Removing the 1.3 Million Yen Income Barrier
MHLW's package evolves in April 2026. A shift to base-pay criteria allows part-timers to maintain dependent status despite sudden overtime, boosting labor supply.
A New Mythos of Banking Security Powered by AI
The impact and security challenges of Anthropic's autonomous AI 'Mythos' on Japanese development and banking. The role of engineers evolves from 'logic' to 'guardianship'.
Toyota's Struggle: Structural Darkness Behind the Car Shortage
Certification scandals, a weak yen, and Middle East tensions delay deliveries, hurting dealers and exposing structural issues in Japan's key industry.
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Sports
World Cup 2026: An In-Depth Look at the Largest Festival in History
A comprehensive look at the 2026 World Cup featuring 48 countries, 104 matches, and co-hosting by 3 North American nations, covering economic impacts, player workloads, and Japan's outlook.
Masters Golf: Rory McIlroy Achieves Historic Back-to-Back Wins
Rory McIlroy successfully defended his Masters title in 2026, becoming only the fourth player in history to win back-to-back championships.
Shisui Outlets GW Sale! 13 Days of Up to 80% Off
The annual Golden Week Sale at Shisui Premium Outlets runs from April 24 to May 6, 2026. Only 50 minutes from Tokyo with 5,000 free parking spots.
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Technology
Artemis 2 Returns Safely! Successful Crewed Lunar Flyby for the First Time in 50 Years
NASA's Artemis 2 crewed lunar flyby mission concluded successfully on April 10, marking a major step toward landing humans on the Moon again.
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Business
Subsidy Deadline April 30! The Key to Application is the Chamber of Commerce
The 19th call for the Small Business Sustainability Subsidy closes on April 30. Learn about the maximum subsidy of 2.5 million yen and crucial steps like securing a plan from the Chamber of Commerce.
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Technology
What's Changing with Cloudflare's Email Service?
Cloudflare Email Service integrates sending and receiving on Workers. No API keys needed, automatic SPF, and code-based receiving. A look at the differences from SendGrid and SES.
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Business
Tariffs, Iran, and Crude Oil: Three Looming Storms
With tariff wars compounded by a US-Iran conflict and a Hormuz Strait blockade, oil prices soared. Despite a 15% auto tariff cap for Japan, combined risks hit the economy.
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Business
The Impact of the Mandatory Application of IFRS 18 in 2027
IFRS 18, replacing IAS 1, becomes mandatory from January 2027. Redefining operating profit and mandating MPM disclosures will widely impact listed Japanese firms.
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Life
Are Earthquake-Resistant Water Pipes Also Good for Water Taste?
Japan's water pipes are only 42% earthquake-resistant. The choice of pipe material affects not only earthquake resilience but also the taste of tap water.
Daihatsu Copen Production to End in August 2026
Daihatsu Copen, the only mini open-top sports car in Japan, will end production in August 2026, concluding its 24-year history.
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Foods
Hatsugatsuo and Modorigatsuo: Savoring Two Bonito Seasons
Enjoying bonito during its two distinct seasons: the lean, refreshing spring Hatsugatsuo and the rich, fatty autumn Modorigatsuo.
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Life
Today is April Fools' Day: The Line for Jokes
A look at the origins of April Fools' Day and the boundaries of harmless jokes in the SNS era to avoid legal issues and misinformation.
The Reality of the New Moped Rules and the 50cc Successor
A summary of the April 2025 road traffic law change in Japan. Certain 125cc bikes are now classifiable as mopeds under strict power output limits.
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Media
Mushoku Tensei Season 3, Broadcasting in July
TV anime 'Mushoku Tensei III' is set to broadcast in July 2026. We sort out the outline of the 3rd season, including Rudeus's conflicts, Eris's presence, and visual strengths.
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Foods
March Seasonal Fish and Seafood: Contrasting Spring Conditions in the Oceans
Looking at firefly squid, sand lance, and sakura shrimp peaking in March, the 2026 catches show contrasting fortunes across different regions.
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Outdoor
2026 Cherry Blossom Front Moves North to Tohoku
As of March 29, 2026, cherry blossoms have bloomed in Tokyo and Nagoya, with the front now heading north toward Tohoku and Hokkaido.
ULTRA JAPAN 2026 Launch Details
ULTRA JAPAN 2026 is scheduled for Sept 19-20 in Odaiba. Ticket sales have opened, with basic details on venue, hours, and ticket categories released.
RSR 2026 Confirmed! Earliest Ticket Lottery Starts March 19
Hokkaido's summer tradition, 'RISING SUN ROCK FESTIVAL 2026 in EZO', will be held on August 14 and 15. The earliest ticket lottery acceptance has started.
SUMMER SONIC 2026: Up to the 2nd Lineup Announcement
SUMMER SONIC 2026 will be held for 3 days from August 14-16. With daily line-ups in Tokyo and Osaka, the artist roster up to the 2nd announcement and ticket info are out.