We love you, ashiyu at Yuppo no Sato. In some ways, ashiyu can be thought of as the mini version of Japan’s hot spring experience. A combination of the words ashi (“foot”)... Read more »
October in Tokyo is one of the best times to get out and experience the city. The cooler weather and crisp autumn air set the stage for fireworks, outdoor film screenings, ramen... Read more »
Fukuoka provides the ideal setting to experience one of Japan’s oldest and most cherished traditions: soaking in an onsen. Located on Kyushu, an island renowned for its volcanic activity and abundant groundwater,... Read more »
Munich – Ukraine reacted with outrage on Saturday after the International Paralympic Committee lifted a partial suspension of Russia and Belarus imposed since Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Ukrainian Sports Minister... Read more »
The rise of generative artificial intelligence is causing a massive surge in electricity consumption by data centers around the world, with such centers projected to consume 3% of global energy by 2030... Read more »
DHS doesn’t seem to know what the Pokémon series, or its English theme song, are about. We just saw anime show up in a question on long-running American quiz show Jeopardy, and... Read more »
In this week’s news, Shigeru Ishiba states that it’s just a matter of time before Japan recognizes the State of Palestine. JICA withdraws its “Hometown” exchange program with African nations following a... Read more »
Another bang-up job from AI translation! We haven’t really covered the recent and brief suspension of American late-night TV talk show host Jimmy Kimmel here on SoraNews24. Not that it’s not a... Read more »
Kochi Prefecture, situated on the sunny southern coast of Shikoku, is a region where mountains blend seamlessly into the sea and rivers, offering a refreshing background for hiking. With an abundance of... Read more »
Many people travel to Japan just to sample its wondrous cuisine. Ranging from impeccably curated omakase sushi experiences to the bustling row of street food stalls in Osaka’s Shinsaibashi, there’s an infinite... Read more »