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An izakaya in Japan had offered its patrons the service of being slapped on their faces.
World

Japanese izakaya serves snacks and smacks

Okinawa, Japan’s southernmost prefecture, is made up of around 160 islands and is known for its beaches and rich culture.
Travel

Jetstar Asia resumes direct flights to Okinawa

Yoasobi, made up of composer Ayase (left) and vocalist Ikura, is a bona fide music sensation that enjoyed almost instant success.
Music

J-pop sensation Yoasobi to hold first Singapore concert in Jan

Yuka Takaoka has more than 7,000 followers on Instagram. PHOTO: UYUPEKOCHAN/INSTAGRAM
World

Woman who stabbed boyfriend gains popularity online

The lizard was found to be a very weak and vulnerable state.
World

Outcry after live lizard mailed to Japanese zoo

Hayao Miyazaki will turn 83 in January 2024. PHOTO: GHIBLIUSA/FACEBOOK
Movies

Hayao Miyazaki shows no signs of retiring

Travel agencies said interest in travel to Japan has spiked, and bookings are now stretching into August 2024.
Singapore

Singapore travellers splurge in Japan amid weakening yen

A sign warning against the use of unlicensed taxi services is seen at Narita Airport.
Travel

Japan warns tourists against unlicensed taxis

Ennosuke Ichikawa performed kabuki in London, Amsterdam and at the Paris Opera House.
World

One of Japan’s top kabuki actors convicted over parents’ suicide

    The man had received disparaging remarks online after he went public with accusations of sexual abuse by the late Johnny Kitagawa.
    World

    Alleged sex victim of Japan pop mogul Johnny Kitagawa dies

    Bai Peixuan was arrested by local police on Nov 6 in Narita, Japan.
    Singapore

    S’porean nabbed after allegedly shoplifting, biting a man’s arm in Japan

    In the game series, the elf Link battles to save Princess Zelda from dark forces plaguing the magical, land of Hyrule.
    Movies

    Nintendo announces new Zelda movie after Mario success

    Ennosuke Ichikawa performed kabuki in London, Amsterdam and at the Paris Opera House.
    World

    One of Japan’s top kabuki actors convicted over parents’ suicide

    The man had received disparaging remarks online after he went public with accusations of sexual abuse by the late Johnny Kitagawa.
    World

    Alleged sex victim of Japan pop mogul Johnny Kitagawa dies

    Bai Peixuan was arrested by local police on Nov 6 in Narita, Japan.
    Singapore

    S’porean nabbed after allegedly shoplifting, biting a man’s arm in Japan

    In the game series, the elf Link battles to save Princess Zelda from dark forces plaguing the magical, land of Hyrule.
    Movies

    Nintendo announces new Zelda movie after Mario success

    The cafe was opened in September to reach out to potential customers who were not aware of Yakult's products.
    Travel

    Ice-cream and facial at first-ever Yakult cafe in Japan

    Stomper Yuen said she has been trying to get a refund from Agoda.
    Singapore

    Woman pays for room on Agoda, but hotel does not have her booking

    The woman lost her footing and fell from the bridge in the town of Higashi-Izu in Shizuoka Prefecture.
    World

    Woman in Japan falls to her death while filming wild deer

    Marusan banana soy milk from Japan is being recalled due to possible product spoilage, said the Singapore Food Agency on Sunday.
    Singapore

    SFA recalls Marusan banana soy milk due to possible spoilage

    The three-day Anime Festival Asia event was sold out on the second day last year.
    Singapore

    Mixed reactions to sex toy maker attending anime fest here

    A young brown bear running on a river in Shiretoko on Japan's north-eastern island of Hokkaido on Oct 2.
    World

    Japan train hits bear, leaving passengers stranded overnight