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19/07/2025

Japan now ranks first in Asia for car ownership, with over 600 vehicles per 1,000 people. Despite this high number, Japan rarely faces the kind of widespread

19/07/2025

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19/07/2025

A rare sighting of whales sleeping upright near Amami Oshima, Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan, was recently captured by the Amami Marine Life Research Group. The whales were observed with their heads pointing towards the surface in a vertical position. This unusual sleeping behavior, known as "drift diving," was previously observed in 2008 by scientists who found the whales seemingly unaware of a passing boat. Researchers believe this behavior may be a way for them to conserve energy while resting near the surface.

The Observation:
The sighting occurred on June 23rd, approximately 15 kilometers west of Amami Oshima.

The Behavior:
The s***m whales were observed sleeping in a vertical position, with their heads near the surface, which is a form of "drift diving".

Previous Research:
This behavior was previously documented by scientists who observed s***m whales in a similar state, seemingly unaware of a nearby boat.

Energy Conservation:
It's believed that this upright sleeping position allows whales to conserve energy while resting near the surface.

Limited Research:
While this sleeping style is documented, the exact reasons for it remain a mystery to researchers.

19/07/2025

Top 10 Cat Islands of Japan

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19/07/2025

A typical apartment in Tokyo 🇯🇵

19/07/2025

Mitsubishi to Become World’s No. 2 Salmon Producer
Mitsubishi Corporation has announced plans to acquire part of Norway’s Grieg Seafood, investing approximately 150 billion yen in the deal. The Japanese trading house already owns Cermaq, the world’s fourth-largest salmon farming company, and expects the acquisition to boost its annual production from around 200,000 tons to 250,000 tons—elevating it to the second-largest producer globally.

19/07/2025

Students Rearrested for Stealing Over 100 Items at Osaka-Kansai Expo
Two Tokyo university students have been rearrested for stealing 104 items, including limited-edition black Myakumyaku plush toys, from the Osaka-Kansai Expo. The stolen goods, worth around ¥400,000, were reportedly taken for resale. Police are continuing their investigation and have already recovered about 60 items from the suspects’ homes.

19/07/2025

Drones being used to indicate exit for an event in Osaka, 🇯🇵

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19/07/2025

Rainy Season Ends Early in Eastern Japan:
The Japan Meteorological Agency announced the end of the rainy season for Kanto-Koshin, Hokuriku, and southern Tohoku on July 18. While Kanto’s timing was average, Hokuriku and southern Tohoku ended noticeably early. Only northern Tohoku remains in the rainy season. With clearer skies ahead, stay hydrated and take sun protection measures.

19/07/2025

In the narrow suburbs of Hiroshima, a bold new EV startup is rewriting Japan’s auto story—one seat at a time. Meet Mibot, Japan’s tiniest and cheapest electric car, crafted by KG Motors. At just ¥1 million ($7,000), this futuristic one-seater is already outselling Toyota's EVs in its home market. With simplicity, low cost, and agility, Mibot isn’t just a car—it’s a rebellion against oversized vehicles and urban inaccessibility. Could this be Japan’s answer to sustainable mobility for the next generation? 🇯🇵⚡

18/07/2025

Japanese Researchers Break World Record in Long-Distance Data Transmission

A Japanese research team from the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) has set a new world record for long-distance data

18/07/2025

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