Stories from Tokyo · Japan

Starbucks has launched its Reserve Summer Collection in Tokyo. The new collection features special coffee blends and merchandise. This launch is part of Starbucks' seasonal offerings. A new flavor of senbei, Matcha Salt Fried Senbei, has been released in Tokyo.

Acclaimed manga artist and film director Katsuhiro Otomo has established a new animation studio named "OVAL GEAR animation studio". The studio is set to embark on new challenges and create next-generation works.

A Vietnamese trainee named Nguyet experienced severe hardship in Japan after becoming pregnant. She reported being told she would be sent back to Vietnam if she became pregnant. In December 2023, upon discovering her pregnancy, she did not consult anyone.

The Japanese Prime Minister feels embarrassed by the country's commitment to not wage war under Article 9 of its constitution. Concerns have been raised about the implications of Japan's defense policy shifts.

A new musical theater dedicated to Sailor Moon has opened at the Shinagawa Prince Hotel in Tokyo. The theater, named 'Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon -Shining Theater Shinagawa Tokyo-', aims to showcase the charm of the popular franchise.

A new fan-created simulation game based on Hololive, titled 'Chattini Jetpack Project,' has been released on Steam.

Japan plans to submit revisions to its Self-Defense Forces law this year to allow for joint operations with other countries. The specific details of these planned revisions were not immediately available.

Light Touch Technology has completed a funding round, raising 500 million yen to accelerate the development of its non-invasive blood glucose sensor.

The ASUS NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti video card with 16GB GDDR7 and PCI Express 5.0 is available on Amazon Japan. The listing includes the model number PRIME-RTX5070TI-O16G.

Koji Suzuki, the Japanese writer famous for the 'Ring' horror series, has died at the age of 68. The cause of death was not specified. His work inspired a globally successful film franchise. Suzuki was known for his chilling tales that often explored the darker aspects of human nature.