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Nippon.com (English) News and culture direct from Japan. Nippon.com is a website that shares information on Japan with a global audience in seven languages.

Produced by the Nippon Communications Foundation with a grant from the Nippon Foundation, the site is driven by the same spirit that inspired the journal Japan Echo, published by Japan Echo Inc. for more than 36 years to introduce informed Japanese opinion to the world. Nippon.com is for readers seeking insightful views on the nation’s politics, economy, and society, as well as lighter looks at culture, food, and art.

"Turning 65 is a milestone for working people and while changes in their employment status and lower wages may prompt th...
04/11/2025

"Turning 65 is a milestone for working people and while changes in their employment status and lower wages may prompt them to downsize their lifestyles, it seems age is an issue when it comes to finding a property."

A survey in Japan found that one in three people aged 65 or over said that they had experienced their applications being rejected by real estate agencies due to their age.

Japan’s leading news stories in October 2025 included the historic election of Takaichi Sanae as Japan’s first female pr...
04/11/2025

Japan’s leading news stories in October 2025 included the historic election of Takaichi Sanae as Japan’s first female prime minister.

Japan’s leading news stories in October 2025 included the historic election of Takaichi Sanae as Japan’s first female prime minister.

Sunken hearths known as irori were the center of activity in traditional Japanese houses, serving to heat homes and cook...
04/11/2025

Sunken hearths known as irori were the center of activity in traditional Japanese houses, serving to heat homes and cook meals.

Sunken hearths known as irori were the center of activity in traditional Japanese houses, serving to heat homes and cook meals.

Promising research into healthy longevity is taking place in the area of iPS cells, but one University of Tokyo research...
04/11/2025

Promising research into healthy longevity is taking place in the area of iPS cells, but one University of Tokyo researcher notes that the benefits come with negative factors that also need to be considered.

Ensuring that people can live healthy lives into old age is of particular interest in Japan, one of the longest-lived nations in the world. Promising research is taking place in the area of iPS cells, but one University of Tokyo researcher notes that the benefits come with negative factors that also...

Fermented foods are gaining attention as healthy, nutritious additions to the diet. Nattō comes with a strong smell, but...
03/11/2025

Fermented foods are gaining attention as healthy, nutritious additions to the diet. Nattō comes with a strong smell, but is hard to beat as an ingredient bringing benefits to those who enjoy it.

Fermented foods are gaining attention as healthy, nutritious additions to the diet. Nattō comes with a strong smell, but is hard to beat as an ingredient bringing benefits to those who enjoy it. A look at some ways to consume these pungent beans.

After more than two decades in the sushi business, David Bouhadana is a master of the craft, operating dozens of restaur...
03/11/2025

After more than two decades in the sushi business, David Bouhadana is a master of the craft, operating dozens of restaurants. But he holds dear the lessons he learned as an adventurous entrant to the industry.

After more than two decades in the sushi business, David Bouhadana is a master of the craft, operating dozens of restaurants. But he holds dear the lessons he learned as an adventurous entrant to the industry, and he urges young people to take their own steps into the unknown to make something of th...

Today is the Culture Day national holiday in Japan. Activities include presentations of the Order of Culture to people w...
03/11/2025

Today is the Culture Day national holiday in Japan. Activities include presentations of the Order of Culture to people who have made outstanding contributions.

Japan’s Culture Day national holiday takes place on November 3 each year. Activities include presentations of the Order of Culture to people who have made outstanding contributions.

Lafcadio Hearn was supported in his creative work by his wife Koizumi Setsu.
02/11/2025

Lafcadio Hearn was supported in his creative work by his wife Koizumi Setsu.

Koizumi Setsu was the wife of Lafcadio Hearn, who is known for his writings on Japan, including tales of the supernatural. Hearn never systematically learned Japanese, and Setsu was instrumental in supporting his creative endeavors.

Love them or hate them, the pungent fermented beans of nattō are a fixture in the Japanese food scene.
02/11/2025

Love them or hate them, the pungent fermented beans of nattō are a fixture in the Japanese food scene.

Love them or hate them, the pungent fermented beans of nattō are a fixture in the Japanese food scene. A look at the history and nutritional quality of this memorable dish.

A look at the history of Osaka ramen and some “must eat” bowls.
01/11/2025

A look at the history of Osaka ramen and some “must eat” bowls.

Osaka was once known as a “ramen desert” for its lackluster noodle offerings, but is today a thriving hotspot. From long-loved shops with the air of old street stalls to sleek, modern spots with Michelin recognition, the city is blessed with a variety of styles attracting domestic and internatio...

From October 15 to 19, London’s historic Royal Albert Hall played host to an exhibition tournament featuring Japan’s top...
01/11/2025

From October 15 to 19, London’s historic Royal Albert Hall played host to an exhibition tournament featuring Japan’s top sumō wrestlers. The event has created a legion of new fans and given Britain’s small but sturdy amateur sumō scene a mighty push.

From October 15 to 19, London’s historic Royal Albert Hall played host to an exhibition tournament featuring Japan’s top sumō wrestlers. The event has created a legion of new fans and given Britain’s small but sturdy amateur sumō scene a mighty push.

"I visited Okinawa to experience the atmosphere of a site that has been regarded for centuries as a home of the divine."
31/10/2025

"I visited Okinawa to experience the atmosphere of a site that has been regarded for centuries as a home of the divine."

Sēfa Utaki flourished as a sanctuary and place of pilgrimage during the time of the Ryūkyū Kingdom (1429–1879) and is still revered as the holiest site in Okinawa today.

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