JAPAN EXTENDS FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO TEACH FOREIGNER LOCAL RULES - TOKYO JAPAN

JAPAN EXTENDS FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO TEACH FOREIGNER LOCAL RULES - TOKYO JAPAN 

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TOKYO

The Japanese government has begun financially supporting municipalities' efforts to help foreign residents better understand local community rules, as part of a broader government push to promote "well-ordered" coexistence with foreigners.

Beginning in fiscal 2026 from April, the government will cover part of the costs of initiatives aimed at encouraging the integration of foreign residents into local communities, including programs teaching garbage separation rules and Japanese language as well as promoting participation in neighborhood associations, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications said.

Until now, the government support had covered projects aimed at informing foreign residents about national systems such as taxes and social insurance,but did not extend to local rules specific to each community.

The development comes as Japan has seen an increase in foreign residents and the government of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is seeking to expand support for them while addressing local unease surrounding rule-breakers.

The government will support programs to train personnel who act as intermediaries between municipalities and foreign residents, conveying administrative information and handling consultations related to daily life.

According to the Immigration Services Agency of Japan, the number of foreign residents stood at around 4.12 million at the end of last year, marking a record high for the fourth consecutive year.

As the number of foreign residents has increased, problems related to daily life have become more noticeable, prompting calls from municipalities to expand the scope of support.

Takaichi said in her first policy speech in February that she aims to realize a society of "well-ordered and harmonious coexistence" with foreign nationals by "resolutely responding" to problematic behavior by some of them.

Local governments have also stepped up efforts toward coexistence with foreign residents, with a survey conducted by Kyodo News in February and March finding that 35 of the country's 47 prefectures included new projects or expanded existing programs in their initial budget proposals for fiscal 2026.

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FROM YOUTUBE TO RAKUGO, JAPANESE KIDS EXPLORE NEW FORMS OF EXPRESSION - TOKYO JAPAN

FROM YOUTUBE TO RAKUGO, JAPANESE KIDS EXPLORE NEW FORMS OF EXPRESSION - TOKYO JAPAN 

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TOKYO

From pitching ideas as mock diplomats to editing YouTube videos, Japanese children are finding new ways to express themselves as demand grows for communication skills at an early age.

Extracurricular activities that nurture creativity and communication are expanding beyond traditional sports and academic study. From digital content creation to rakugo -- the Japanese art of storytelling -- such programs are helping children develop the ability to articulate their ideas while pursuing their interests.

The shift comes as education itself evolves. Comprehensive selection processes in university entrance exams and inquiry-based learning are playing a greater role, placing new emphasis on independent thinking and clear expression. Parents and educators are increasingly looking for ways to prepare children for these demands.

At Hanaso Lab, a school which teaches speaking skills in Tokyo's Meguro Ward, even kindergarten and first-grade elementary school students are taking on global themes.

Preparing for a "Kids Model United Nations," they act as ambassadors representing different countries and regions, turning their ideas into speeches and discussing ways to improve people's lives.

"I was interested in China because of the many fossils found there," one child said. Another said, "I love ants, and I want to make everyone happy with the ant drink that Aborigines drink." Some children also participate online from outside the Tokyo area.

"In an era where we have to communicate with people all over the world, the ability to concisely convey one's feelings and conclusions will become increasingly important," said instructor Tomoko Takeoka.

Parents say such opportunities fill a gap. One mother said presentation skills were not emphasized when she was young. "When we entered society, we felt at a loss when we were suddenly asked to give presentations," she said. "I want my child to become someone who can clearly express their opinions."

In Tokyo's Shibuya Ward, students are building similar skills through digital media. At the video production school Fulma, instructor Fukuya Nakazato teaches both content creation and internet literacy.

During one lesson in February, Nakazato connected online with then first-year junior high school student Sota Matsukawa. "Tell me something you recently found interesting," he said, as Matsukawa refined a video of himself opening Pokemon cards.

Matsukawa runs a YouTube channel called "Super Happy Matsubokkuri." Over about 40 minutes, he incorporated Nakazato's ideas to improve his video. Nakazato said he aims to support students' interests.

"I want to help him develop his strengths through things he enjoys," he said. Matsukawa said he makes videos "to entertain people."

Other children are turning to more traditional forms of expression. At Rakugo Labo in Tokyo's Chuo Ward, then fifth-grader Tomohisa Hashimoto practices classical rakugo on stage.

"All popular rakugo performers have their own unique style of delivery," said Kingentei Yonosuke, the teacher of the class who is a performer himself. "I want them to listen to great performances, imitate them, and develop a captivating storytelling style."

Hashimoto said the practice has helped him overcome earlier difficulties with his voice. "Practicing rakugo has allowed me to speak without worrying about it," he said.

Another student, then fifth-grader Yuki Koshino, said rakugo sparked her interest in history and world affairs. "My dream is to become prime minister," she said.

Education critic Chikara Oyano said such activities reflect broader academic trends.

"We are in an era where active learning is encouraged, and expressive ability is required in university entrance exams," he said. "There's also the benefit of reaffirming one's understanding by communicating with others."

At the same time, he noted that not all children are equally comfortable speaking in public. "Some children are good at public speaking, while others are not," he said. "We hope they can try it in a way that suits them."

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JAPAN TO BAN GENE-EDITED EMBRYOS AIMED AT CREATING 'DESIGNER BABIES' - TOKYO JAPAN

JAPAN TO BAN GENE-EDITED EMBRYOS AIMED AT CREATING 'DESIGNER BABIES' - TOKYO JAPAN

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Japan is set to outlaw research and treatments involving the genetic modification of human fertilized eggs using genome editing technology and their subsequent implantation into human or animal uteruses for the purpose of giving birth to a child, according to a bill approved by the cabinet on Friday.

Under the proposed law, the government will require researchers to report their plans and keep records of any research involving genetically edited embryos. Those found to have violated the restrictions will face penalties.

While genetic editing has the potential to prevent hereditary diseases, concerns have been raised about unanticipated risks and limitations of the technology. There are also concerns that it could lead to attempts to create "designer babies" with specific traits such as height, physical appearance, and athletic ability.

In Japan, implanting genetically edited eggs into a human uterus is currently partially prohibited under government guidelines, but there are no penalties for violations. This procedure is illegal in some countries, including Britain, Germany and France.

The bill also covers the process of using edited sperm or eggs and imposes penalties of up to 10 years' imprisonment and/or a fine of up to 10 million yen.

Anyone planning to conduct genetic editing research will be required to submit a proposal to the government. Until 60 days after the plan is accepted, they will be unable to edit, receive, or import genetically modified embryos.

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JAPAN OKS NEW 3-YEAR AID PLAN FOR 'EMPLOYMENT ICE AGE' GENERATION - TOKYO JAPAN

JAPAN OKS NEW 3-YEAR AID PLAN FOR 'EMPLOYMENT ICE AGE' GENERATION - TOKYO JAPAN 

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TOKYO

The Japanese government on Friday approved a new three-year plan to support people in their 40s to 50s who fell victim to Japan's "employment ice age" following the collapse of the bubble economy in the early 1990s.

The plan through fiscal 2028, approved in a meeting of cabinet ministers, is aimed at ensuring sufficient retirement funds and access to housing.

It includes measures to offer subsidies to firms to help the cohort work while they care for elderly parents and pledges to provide safety-net public housing operated in a way that prevents aging people from being denied a home.

It also pledges to make it easier for individuals working fewer hours to enroll in employee pension schemes, which are more financially robust than the basic pension.

In Japan, many who entered the workforce during the prolonged economic stagnation following the collapse of the asset bubble in the 1990s continue to struggle with lower living standards. Some are said to have become social recluses.

In 2025, some 330,000 people in the group were in involuntary non-regular work, while around 460,000 were believed to be unemployed.

The Japanese government describes issues around the employment ice age as a "challenge to be addressed by all of society that concerns the country's future." Concentrated support for the group began in 2019.

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JAPAN TO WITHDRAW MSDF FROM ANTARCTIC MISSION AMID GROWING SECURITY DEMANDS - TOKYO JAPAN

JAPAN TO WITHDRAW MSDF FROM ANTARCTIC MISSION AMID GROWING SECURITY DEMANDS - TOKYO JAPAN

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TOKYO

Japan plans to withdraw the Maritime Self-Defense Force from operating its Antarctic research vessel in the early 2030s, transferring responsibility for transporting personnel and supplies to a state-backed marine research agency, as growing security demands and manpower shortages strain the country's defense forces, sources familiar with the matter said Friday.

The MSDF has operated ships for Japan's Antarctic program since 1965. About 180 personnel currently crew the icebreaker Shirase, which carries researchers and cargo between Japan and Antarctica.

But the government has decided the MSDF should end its role in operating the vessel as the security environment around Japan becomes more challenging, including increased Chinese military activities that have added to the Self-Defense Forces' operational burden.

Ongoing personnel shortages have also prompted a review of how resources are allocated, the sources said.

Under the plan, operational control will be handed to the Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology, while the MSDF will play a limited support role.

Before the withdrawal, MSDF's deployment is expected to be reduced to around 30 personnel, who will assist with ice navigation and transport cargo over sea ice near Syowa Station, Japan's research base in Antarctica.

The current Shirase is expected to be retired in 2034 due to aging, with the government aiming to introduce a successor vessel that year. The future operator of the replacement ship has been under discussion.

Advances in navigation technology have lowered the risks of sailing in ice-covered waters, making it more feasible for a civilian organization to take over operations, the sources said.

They added that civilian operation of the vessel could allow more flexible planning of Antarctic research missions. Helicopter operations in Antarctica are expected to be handled by the National Institute of Polar Research.

The government plans to begin detailed discussions on the future transport framework under a panel overseen by the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, who heads the body coordinating Japan's Antarctic observation program.

According to the Defense Ministry, the SDF had about 220,000 personnel at the end of fiscal 2024, or 89.1 percent of the authorized strength of roughly 247,000.

Based on demographic trends, the SDF could shrink to about 180,000 by fiscal 2035 and around 130,000 by fiscal 2045, according to government estimates.

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DEER THAT APPEARED IN DOWNTOWN OSAKA GETS A NEW HOME, A NEW NAME, AND A LOT OF SNACKS - TOKYO JAPAN

DEER THAT APPEARED IN DOWNTOWN OSAKA GETS A NEW HOME, A NEW NAME, AND A LOT OF SNACKS - TOKYO JAPAN

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TOKYO

Both the business and academic year start in spring in Japan, so right now is what’s known as the shin seikatsu, or “new lifestyle,” season, as new workers and college students move into new commuting-distance homes to start the next chapter of their lives. However, one new Osaka resident who just moved into a new place isn’t a university freshmen or a new corporate recruit, but a deer.

Last month, a deer was found wandering the streets of Osaka City’s downtown, and decidedly urban, Tsurumi Ward, where it was taken into custody on March 25 after being corralled onto the grounds of a police training facility, as shown in the video below.

This wasn’t the first recent deer sighting in Osaka Prefecture (of which Osaka City is a part). In the weeks leading up to the deer’s capture, deer had been seen in other eastern parts of the prefecture, with subsequent sightings becoming further and further west. But not only does Tsurumi Ward not have any wild deer, there are no known deer populations in the mountains that make up the prefecture’s eastern border, either.

On the other side of that border, though, is Nara Prefecture, which is famous for its herds of wild deer that are allowed to roam freely through Nara Park and its surrounding neighborhoods. So the most likely explanation for why a deer showed up on the streets of Osaka, Japan’s third-largest city, is that it wandered there from Nara, and since Nara Park’s deer are officially designated as living national monuments by the Japanese government, many people assumed that the captured deer would be shipped back to Nara so that it could return to the park.

However, the situation turned out to be more complex. When asked by the media about the prospect of transporting the deer back to Nara Park, Nara governor Makoto Yamashita said that the living national monument status only applies to Nara’s deer while they’re actually inside Nara Park. Once they step outside the park’s grounds, they’re to be treated like any other wild animal, and so Nara Prefecture, or at least its governor, was unenthusiastic about sending the deer back to its probable home.

At the same time, Osaka City doesn’t have a pre-determined protocol for dealing with captured deer, since the city doesn’t ordinarily have any wild deer. Thankfully, the deer captured in Osaka now has a new home, and also a new name: Shika-yan.

▼ Video of Shika-yan’s naming ceremony and new home. The Shika-yan name combines shika, the Japanese word for “deer,” and -yan, a sentence-ending emphasizer used in Osaka and the Kansai region, the name sound like a funny, friendly way of saying “It’s a deer!”

Even if it could be conclusively proven that Shika-yan originally came from Nara Park, returning the animal there probably wouldn’t be the best move. Nara Park’s deer population has reached record-high levels, which experts say is causing some of them to leave the park in an attempt to find territory of their own to claim. If that’s what happened with Shika-yan, shipping the deer back to Nara could just result in it leaving again, and it might not be so lucky as to avoid automobile traffic and the myriad other risks of traversing urban areas unaccustomed to wild animals suddenly appearing. “I hope Shika-yan will be loved by everyone forever,” Yokoyama said at the ceremony.

The plan is for any visitor to Nose Onsen, not just those booking overnight camping spaces, to be able to see Shika-yan, but as the finishing touches are still being put on the habitat and the animal is still in a transitionary stage, the new Osaka Prefecture resident’s public debut date is yet to be announced.

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3 WORKERS DEAD, ONE MISSING AFTER SCAFFOLDING AT SITE IN KAWASAKI COLLAPES - YOKOHAMA JAPAN

3 WORKERS DEAD, ONE MISSING AFTER SCAFFOLDING AT SITE IN KAWASAKI COLLAPES - YOKOHAMA JAPAN 

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A third worker has been confirmed dead after a roughly 40-meter-high scaffolding collapsed at a demolition site in Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture, while one worker who likely fell into the ocean remained missing, police said Wednesday.

In the Tuesday incident that occurred at around 4:25 p.m., five male workers, aged in their teens to 40s, are believed to have fallen from the scaffolding and a part of a crane being taken apart at a site within JFE Steel Corp's East Japan Works steelmaking complex.

The police identified the two men confirmed dead earlier as Kenshiro Chiba, 19, and Yu Koike, 29. The third man had been unconscious and in critical condition when taken to the hospital.

The incident involved a massive crane at the site, which utilized a 500-ton counterweight to maintain stability during cargo loading and unloading operations. The weight came loose and made contact with the scaffolding, the police and the local fire department said.

A strong wind advisory had been issued for Kawasaki at the time of the accident, according to a local weather observatory.

A 65-year-old man who was fishing on the opposite bank said he was surprised to hear the loud sound of metal being hit and witnessed a cloud of dust.

The incident took place in a factory area on the artificial island of Ogishima, south of JR Ogimachi Station.

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STILL NO TRACE OF MISSING 11-YEAR-OLD BOY AFTER 16 DAYS - KYOTO JAPAN

STILL NO TRACE OF MISSING 11-YEAR-OLD BOY AFTER 16 DAYS - KYOTO JAPAN

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Police in Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture, on Wednesday continued their search for an 11-year-old boy who has been missing since March 23.

Yuki Adachi, a fifth-grade student at Sonobe Elementary School in Nantan, went missing on the morning of March 23 after being dropped off by his father at the gate to his school, TV Asahi reported. He did not enter the school and has not been seen since.

A relative of Adachi found his yellow rucksack in a mountainous area on March 28, but other than that, no trace of the boy has been found.

On Wednesday, the new school term began. Police and other authorities were monitoring the school gate and nearby intersections, and some parents were seen escorting their children to the entrance.

One parent said about her son: "Usually, I would drop him off at the front gate and let him go in alone, but this time I thought I'd go to the entrance with him. I wanted to make sure he went inside before I left."

When last seen, Adachi was wearing a black-and-gray fleece top, beige chino pants, black sneakers and carrying his rucksack.

Police are urging anyone with information regarding his whereabouts to call 0771-62-0110.

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JAPAN BEGINS DAY CARE SYSTEM REGARDLESS OF PARENTAL EMPLOYMENT STATUS - TOKYO JAPAN

JAPAN BEGINS DAY CARE SYSTEM REGARDLESS OF PARENTAL EMPLOYMENT STATUS - TOKYO JAPAN

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Japan began implementing a public system on Wednesday that allows children to attend day care for up to 10 hours per month, regardless of parental employment status, as part of a larger initiative to alleviate child care stress as the number of births continues to decline.

The system targets children aged 6 months to under 3 years who were previously ineligible for day care services at authorized child care facilities if a parent was unemployed. According to a government agency, about 60 percent of children in this age bracket were not enrolled in such facilities in fiscal 2023.

The program is available to households with stay-at-home parents or parents on child care leave. Each facility can set its own fees, with a guideline of around 300 yen (about $1.89) per hour. Usage is limited to 10 hours per month per child.

Children will be cared for at authorized day care centers and kindergartens. Those with disabilities will also be accepted.

Parents who wish to use the program can apply through their municipality or the program's website, and after finding a suitable facility, they must submit a request.

The Children and Families Agency expects the program to promote children's development by enabling them to interact with people outside their families. The program will also reduce the child care burden on parents and prevent social isolation.

The program was implemented on an experimental basis in some municipalities beginning in fiscal 2024. By December 2025, 231 municipalities had adopted it.

Conversely, there is a chronic shortage of on-site staff, including nursery workers, raising concerns that the workload could increase.

A transitional measure has been put in place until fiscal 2027 to help municipalities that may struggle to secure facilities and nursery staff. Under the measure, they can set the usage limit between three and 10 hours per month.

Thirty-six municipalities across 18 prefectures plan to set the limit below 10 hours in fiscal 2026.

The government is providing operating subsidies to facilities that implement the program. In fiscal 2026, the subsidy will be 1,700 yen per hour per child under age 1 and 1,400 yen per child aged 1 to 2.

Additional payments will be provided if facilities accept children with disabilities or offer consultations to parents with child care concerns.

Half of the funding will come from public funds, while the other half will be covered by the child care support contribution, which will be collected as a surcharge on public health insurance premiums starting in fiscal 2026.

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JAPAN LANDS 1ST CATCH OF YEAR AS WHALING SEASON BEIGNS OFF HOKKAIDO - KUSHIRO JAPAN

JAPAN LANDS 1ST CATCH OF YEAR AS WHALING SEASON BEIGNS OFF HOKKAIDO - KUSHIRO JAPAN

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Japan landed the year's first minke whale catch on Wednesday as the commercial whaling season began off Hokkaido, with two females landed at Nemuro port, according to an industry body.

The two whales were caught off Hokkaido, while another was taken off Aomori Prefecture in northeastern Japan, where the season began in March, the Japan Small-Type Whaling Association said.

The two measured about 8.2 meters and 7.7 meters in length. The company that caught them said the whales will be processed in Kushiro, Hokkaido, and shipped nationwide.

"We were able to catch relatively large whales, marking a smooth start. We hope people across the country will enjoy them," said Kinya Higashi, operations manager at the Taiji Fisheries Cooperative Association, which jointly conducted the catch.

Japan formally withdrew from the International Whaling Commission in 2019 and resumed commercial whaling that year.

According to the Fisheries Agency, the nationwide catch quota this year is 145 whales, of which 33 are allocated to waters off Nemuro and the Sea of Okhotsk. Last year, 88 whales were caught nationwide against a quota of 144.

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JAPAN TO ADD NUMERIC STANDARDS TO CLARIFY 'DANGEROUS DRIVING' - TOKYO JAPAN

JAPAN TO ADD NUMERIC STANDARDS TO CLARIFY 'DANGEROUS DRIVING' - TOKYO JAPAN

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TOKYO

The Japanese government has approved a draft bill to revise a law on "dangerous driving" resulting in death or injury to set numeric standards for excessive speed and alcohol content in the body amid a public outcry for clarity on the issue.

The proposed revision to the driving law defines high speed as traveling at least 50 kilometers per hour over the speed limit on ordinary roads. Drunk driving is defined as having a breath alcohol concentration of at least 0.5 milligrams per liter.

The current law is vague, defining high speeds as a velocity that makes it "difficult to control the vehicle's motion" and drunk driving as a condition that makes "normal driving difficult" for the person behind the wheel.

The families of traffic accident victims have been seeking clarity on standards because there have been questionable cases in which drivers convicted of causing death or injury through negligence received lesser penalties.

Exceeding speed limits by 60 kph or more on expressways with speed limits of 60 kph or above can be considered a high-speed violation.

In addition to breath alcohol concentration, a blood alcohol level of 1.0 milligram or more per milliliter is a standard for drunk driving that can result in a dangerous driving charge if it causes injury or death.

According to the draft, the revised law will also maintain the current descriptions of high speeds and drunken driving based on accident circumstances, allowing dangerous driving charges to be applied even if drivers do not meet numerical standards.

Intentional skidding, also known as "drifting," and wheelies, which involve lifting the front wheel of a motorcycle off the ground, will be added to the criteria for what constitutes dangerous driving resulting in death or injury, with the expansion increasing the number of criteria from eight to 11.

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