Tag: japan politics

Japan Earthquake Alert App Says Sayonara to X

Many people in Japan depend on the NERV service for earthquake alerts. Unfortunately, they'll no longer be able to receive them on X. Here's why the NERV app is parting ways with the platform.

In Japan, Carrying A Swiss Army Knife is a Criminal Offense

Many people carry Swiss Army knives with them without a second thought. But in Japan, the convenient tool got one man brought up on charges.

Say Farewell to Shinkansen Food Carts

The food cart service on the Tokaido Shinkansen, a decades-old staple of riding a bullet train in Japan, is coming to an end.

63.1% of Kids Fail Latest English Exams, Says Japanese Government

This year's English testing results in Japan are some of the worst numbers yet. Is Japan getting worse at English - or is a new test to blame?

Godiva Opens Its First-Ever Bakery in Tokyo

Godiva's decided to get into the baked goods business - and it's launching its first store in Tokyo. Check out what the new shop has to offer - and why Japan is a great location for the chain's first-ever bakery.

Japan’s Northernmost City Gets Its 2nd Combini Chain

The city of Wakkanai in Hokkaido used to have only one convenience store chain. The next one was 100km off. That all changed this week.