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New plastic that dissolves in seawater raises hopes for tackling ocean pollution

Japanese researchers say new material can dissolve completely in saltwater or moist soil without leaving behind harmful microplastics

The Independent UK

Takeaways from AP's reporting on looming extinction of rare version of Christianity in rural Japan

On the rural islands off the coast of Japan, a handful of believers practice a version of Christianity that has direct links to a time of samurai, shoguns and martyred missionaries

The Independent UK

Socceroos' quick healer ready for date with destiny

From the moment he tore his ACL last September, Alessandro Circati had one date in mind - taking on Japan in a Perth World Cup Qualifier.

AAP

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'A huge loss.' In remote Nagasaki islands, a rare version of Christianity heads toward extinction

On the rural islands of Nagasaki a handful of believers practice a version of Christianity that has direct links to a time of samurai, shoguns and martyred missionaries and believers

The Independent UK

2 Japanese men were killed in northern China in a business dispute, police say

Chinese police say two Japanese men were killed last month in the port city of Dalian because of a dispute with a Chinese business partner

The Independent UK

Lee Jae Myung vows ‘lasting peace’ with North Korea in inauguration speech after South Korea election victory

South Korea’s new president says he’ll pursue dialogue with North Korea while bolstering trilateral partnership with US and Japan

The Independent UK

What time is Japan's private ispace moon landing today (and how to watch it live)?

The Japanese company ispace will attempt to land its Resilience lander on the moon on June 5. Here's what time and how to watch it live.

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MLB sees double-digit viewership increases in US and Japan

Major League Baseball’s viewer numbers in the United States and Japan during the first two months have seen double-digit increases

The Independent UK

Mighty Japan stand in Socceroos’ way – but it has never been a better time to face them

Samurai Blue have earned the right to bring a squad containing just seven players with more than 10 caps to Australia for a World Cup qualifier

The Guardian - AU

China's BYD Will Strike At The Heart Of Japan's Car Market

Today on Critical Materials: China is coming for Japan's kei cars, Uber plays a pivotal role in Tesla vs Waymo robotaxi battle and electric semis target diesel.

InsideEVs

Shigeo Nagashima, Beloved All-Time Great of Japanese Baseball, Dies at 89

The .305 lifetime hitter was mourned by Shohei Ohtani and others.

Sports Illustrated

Watch: Japanese shoppers scramble to buy cheap rice as prices skyrocket

The doubling in rice prices since last year has become a major concern for voters and policymakers

The Independent UK

Socceroos reach crunch time with World Cup 2026 qualification in sight

Australia can virtually secure their place at next year’s tournament with a win over Japan in Perth – and if not they get a second bite of the cherry next week

The Guardian - AU

City's Socceroos stars enjoying breakfast table banter

Melbourne Victory players are still copping it from their Melbourne City counterparts, but rivalries will be put on hold in Thursday's clash with Japan.

AAP

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Al Jazeera

No ‘Pikachu’: Why is Japan at war against unconventional, ‘glittery’ names?

The Japanese government has passed a new law that seeks to quell pop culture-inspired ‘kira kira’ names.

The Independent UK

Shigeo Nagashima, known in Japan as 'Mr. Pro Baseball,' dies at 89

Shigeo Nagashima, who was known in Japan as “Mr. Pro Baseball” and was one of the most famous people in the country during his playing days, has died

Louder

"These are films I've waited years to work on": 40 minutes of newly scanned footage of Led Zeppelin playing in Tokyo in 1971 has appeared online

The footage was shot at Led Zeppelin's first Japanese show at Tokyo's famous Nippon Budokan Hall

Motor1

Hidden for Decades, Japan's Long-Lost Supercar Reappears

If you've ever played Gran Turismo, you know about TommyKaira. The Japanese tuner brand got its start with the ZZ, a tiny, bare-bones mid-engine sports car sold only in Japan in very limited numbers. The boutique carmaker planned a second car to follow the ZZ, aptly named the ZZII. While…

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Private Japanese spacecraft aims to land in the moon's 'Sea of Cold' this week

Tokyo-based company ispace aims to land its "Resilience" spacecraft in the moon's Mare Frigoris ("Sea of Cold") region on June 5, notching a big milestone for Japan and for commercial spaceflight.

Bored Panda

“Things In Japan That Would Send Americans Into A Coma”: 13 Unexpected Japanese Customs That Surprised This TikToker

TikTok creator Ryan gives us all a very vivid glimpse into the peculiarities of life in the land of the rising sun.

Motor1

Toyota's Smallest Car Gets the GR Sport Treatment

The funky Aygo X is the smallest model Toyota sells outside of Japan's kei car segment. It’s a diminutive vehicle competing in Europe’s rarefied A-segment, especially after the exit of the Volkswagen Group’s trio (VW up!, Skoda Citigo, and SEAT Mii) a few years ago. Previously a traditional hatchback, the…

AAP

Socceroos search for a hero as date with destiny looms

The Socceroos could be just one win away from securing qualification for the 2026 World Cup, and the players are drawing on feats from the past to inspire them.

AAP

Aussie falls short in bid to spear Japanese rugby glory

Australia's Bernard Foley has fallen just short in the Japan Rugby League One final, his side pipped by Brave Lupus Tokyo in the decider.

Tom’s Guide

Japanese walking vs running — which is best for you?

Which is better for you - interval walking, or running? We crunch the numbers

AAP

Socceroos suffer big blow as star set for foot surgery

A number of big names are missing from the Socceroos squad for the huge World Cup qualifiers against Japan and Saudi Arabia.

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