Stories from Japan

Nico Nico Rent-A-Car has opened seven new locations across Japan in May 2026. The company is welcoming franchise participation, highlighting an attractive business model for those without prior experience.

Several batches of Xmen for Boss Intense body soap and botanical hand soap have been recalled.

A body was discovered in a field in Akita City, with damage suggesting a possible bear attack.

A Japan Airlines passenger plane caught fire on the runway at Tokyo Haneda Airport. The cause of the fire is currently unknown. Emergency services responded to the incident, and further details on the cause and any potential injuries are pending. All passengers and crew were safely evacuated. The plane was arriving from Sapporo when it collided with a coast guard aircraft. All 379 passengers and crew aboard the Japan Airlines flight have been evacuated. The incident occurred on the ground, and emergency services responded quickly to manage the situation.

Japan has reported 511 measles infections this year, a nearly fourfold increase compared to the same period last year. Measles cases in Japan have surpassed 500, according to a report from the Japan Institute for Health Security.

Japan's music market achieved 106% growth in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the previous year.

The AI pet "Fuzozo" has become very popular on Makuake, ranking first on its debut day.

A 66-year-old father arrested for allegedly killing his sixth-grade son in Chiba Prefecture stated he had no money or food and was pessimistic about the future.

Japan is preparing for the test flight of its H3 rocket, with a scheduled launch for June 10, 2026. The launch is currently marked as 'Go for Launch'. The provider and launch pad details are not yet confirmed.

Typhoon Jamie Bar has made landfall in Japan, causing widespread disruptions. The typhoon is bringing strong winds and heavy rain. The source mentioned that the typhoon affected Tokyo. Japan is preparing for a typhoon that is heading towards Tokyo, potentially affecting a region with millions of inhabitants. Japan is preparing for the formation of a new government, as reported by REPLAY NEWS - English News radio every 5 minutes. The outgoing government's leader, Matthew Federicson, announced the upcoming changes. Millions of people in Japan are preparing for the worst of a typhoon expected in the coming hours.