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Another iPS product approved for public insurance coverage in Japan
51³Ô¹ÏÍø / Science & Health
Another iPS product approved for public insurance coverage in Japan
It is the second case of insurance coverage approval in the nation for an induced pluripotent stem cell-derived regenerative medicine product.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø / Science & Health
City lights and searing summer heat keep some cicadas singing after dark
New findings from Japanese researchers show how urbanization has affected the routines of some wildlife.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø / Science & Health
Long-term safety of iPS spinal cord therapy confirmed in Japan
The team plans to launch an investigator-initiated clinical trial as early as next year to bring it into practical use.
A team of researchers said they found a ¡°seed¡± that accelerates the amyloid beta accumulation process in the brain, naming it ¡°Peak 1 amyloid beta,¡± as seen in a mouse's brain.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø / Science & Health
Jul 21, 2026
Japan scientists identify clusters of protein believed to trigger Alzheimer¡¯s disease
By Tomoko Otake
The discovery of a new seed of the amyloid beta protein could lead to early-stage therapy for neurodegenerative disease, according to researchers.
A Japanese research team plans to conduct clinical research to temporarily transplant a pig's kidney into a human fetus with severe kidney disease, a procedure expected to be the world's first fetal xenotransplantation.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø / Science & Health
Jul 21, 2026
Japan team eyes world¡¯s first pig-kidney transplant to human fetus
The therapeutic method is supposed to be temporary treatment until dialysis becomes possible for the baby.
The ceilings on monthly out-of-pocket medical expenses will be raised next month and again in August 2027.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø / Science & Health
Jul 19, 2026
Japan to raise caps on out-of-pocket medical expenses
The changes are intended to curb ballooning national medical costs.
A research team in Japan has unraveled the mechanism behind osteosarcoma, a rare bone cancer that typically occurs in adolescents.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø / Science & Health
Jul 16, 2026
Japanese researchers figure out mechanics behind rare bone cancer
Osteosarcoma often develops in the bones around the knees during adolescence, and approximately 200 patients are newly diagnosed in Japan annually.
The number of requests filed in Japan for compensation for work-induced deaths and illnesses rose to a record 6,212 in fiscal 2025, the health ministry said Wednesday.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø / Science & Health
Jul 15, 2026
Japan logs record compensation payouts for °ì²¹°ù¨­²õ³ó¾± and work-related illnesses
By Tomoko Otake
The number of people who received government compensation for death and illnesses related to overwork hit a record 1,310 in fiscal 2025 ¡ª the fourth year in a row with a new high.
Hand, foot and mouth disease is a viral infection that mainly affects infants and young children, causing blister-like rashes in the mouth and on the hands and feet.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø / Science & Health
Jul 15, 2026
Hand, foot and mouth disease cases surge across Japan
By Jessica Speed
The number of patients has exceeded the nationwide warning threshold for the first time in two years as Japan enters summer, when cases typically increase.
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency tested a prototype reusable rocket in Noshiro, Akita Prefecture, on Saturday, with the rocket reaching a height of about 10 meters, and then landing. The flight lasted about 40 seconds.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø / Science & Health
Jul 11, 2026
Japan successfully launches and lands reusable rocket
The prototype, launched from JAXA¡¯s test site in Noshiro, Akita Prefecture, reached a height of about 10 meters, and then landed.

Japan scientists identify clusters of protein believed to trigger Alzheimer¡¯s disease
A team of researchers said they found a ¡°seed¡± that accelerates the amyloid beta accumulation process in the brain, naming it ¡°Peak 1 amyloid beta,¡± as seen in a mouse's brain.
Indian brothers make manga debut in Japan
Two Indian brothers made their manga debut in Japan with "Kung Fu Kung Fool" ¡ª an action-comedy series that follows the adventures of a notorious thief and a young boy.
Japan weighs regulating Pokemon cards amid trading mania
A Pokemon event is held in Jakarta on July 11
Low-income families in Japan cut food and air conditioning during summer break
Yumiko Watanabe, the chairperson of nonprofit Kidsdoor, explains the results of a survey in Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward on July 1.
Iran strikes on CIA facilities prompt questions about possible Russian role
Iranian drones are displayed in an undisclosed location in Iran, in this handout image obtained on Jan. 13, 2025.U.S. officials have acknowledged that Russia has ?provided targeting ?and other support for Iran in its drone strikes on U.S. targets in the Persian Gulf region.
Can Japanese comedy get laughs in English? Yoshimoto Kogyo lets the jokes rip
Wes-P has millions of followers and his viral clips made him recognizable out of Japan.
The 180-day locals: Life on Japan¡¯s digital nomad visa
Christopher Flinn works remotely from Tokyo earlier this month. Japan issued 646 digital nomad visas in 2025, but tourism officials are hoping to increase that figure in the coming years, with Japan's relatively cheap cost of living and the weak yen seen as potential draws for young professionals.
Japan reveals hint of new defense spending target in fiscal blueprint
The Self-Defense Forces' Type 16 mobile combat vehicle fires during a joint live-fire drill with U.S. Marines as part of the annual Resolute Dragon exercises in Yufu, Oita Prefecture, on June 28.
Summer has arrived in Japan and so have hot sleepless nights
Amid the heat and humidity in Japan, a good night¡¯s sleep is growing increasingly elusive without the heavy use of air conditioning.
Maya Ongaku¡¯s DIY dream is getting bigger
The members of Maya Ongaku ¡ª (from left) Tsutomu Sonoda, Shoei Ikeda and Ryota Takano ¡ª grew up on the Shonan Coast south of Tokyo and have been friends since their school days.

Podcast

One of the many entrances to the Kabukicho neighborhood in Tokyo¡¯s Shinjuku Ward.
Kabukicho: Tokyo¡¯s ¡®stadium of desire¡¯

Longform

For many people, utility poles and power lines have become such a familiar part of Japan¡¯s landscape that they often go unnoticed.
Why Japan¡¯s utility poles won¡¯t be disappearing anytime soon
By Alex K.T. Martin

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