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Japan seizes Chinese fishing boat, arrests skipper for fleeing inspection

The captain, a 47-year-old Chinese national, is accused of ignoring orders to stop for an on-board inspection on Thursday in waters off southwest Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan's fisheries agency said.

Japan Coast Guard ships are docked at a port in Ishigaki, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan, January 13, 2026.
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Jaffa’s Japon serves Sushi built like art and respects those who understand

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), places a red paper rose on the name of an elected candidate at the LDP headquarters on general election day in Tokyo, Japan, February 8, 2026.

Japan's 'Iron Lady' Takaichi sweeps in stunning election win

Bank Hapoalim’s public committee (from L): Amram Mitzna, Naama Halevi-Peer, Noam Hanegbi, and Sharona Tarshish.

Grapevine February 6, 2026: Mixed feelings over Herzog’s visit down under


Japanese researchers restore movement in paralyzed patients using iPS stem cells

An elderly patient who was previously completely paralyzed can now stand and begin rehabilitation.

 Japanese researchers restore movement in paralyzed patients using iPS stem cells. Illustration.

How to make a reservation at the Kirby Café in Tokyo


Is 'Japan's Atlantis' older than the pyramids?

Skeptics argue the structure is a natural formation, while others believe it is evidence of a 10,000-year-old civilization.

 Yonaguni Monument main terrace.

Japanese study shows three cups of green tea a day may prevent dementia

Research from Kanazawa University on 8,766 older adults using MRI scans revealed a 3 percent reduction in brain white matter lesions among regular green tea drinkers.

 Japanese study shows three cups of green tea a day may prevent dementia.

Nini Choo: Enjoying Japanese delights in Petah Tikva - review

We left Nini Choo in agreement that the restaurant has maintained its very high standards.

 Nini Choo

Japanese court orders dissolution of 'Moonies’ church following Abe assassination investigation

 Japanese court orders dissolution of 'Moonies’ church following Abe assassination investigation.

Assassin’s creed shadows: A grand adventure in Japan | Game review

The latest installment in the series, set in feudal Japan, delivers stunning visuals, abundant content, and an engaging storyline featuring two unique and distinct protagonists.

 Assassin’s Creed – New Game

How Chinese Han bronze mirrors were recycled in ancient Japan

Researchers model production of Kofun-period imitation mirrors from imported Han Chinese materials.

 How Chinese Han bronze mirrors were recycled in ancient Japan.

Volunteer discovers over a thousand World War II casualties’ remains which await identification

Over 180,000 remain unidentifiable.

Sawaka Nakano, 42, a soldier with the Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force's Amphibious Rapid Deployment Brigade (ARDB), stands on the flight deck under a rainbow on the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force's amphibious transport ship JS Osumi (LST-4001) in waters close to Okinawa (illustrative)

Scientists develop cyborg cockroach swarms for search-and-rescue missions

In lab tests, swarms of 20 cyborg cockroaches navigated complex terrain using a new algorithm mimicking human group strategies.

 Search and rescue missions. Illustration.