The prime minister's office is seen in Tokyo in this file photo. (Mainichi/Koichiro Tezuka) TOKYO -- The Cabinet on June 16 approved the first basic plan under the law to promote understanding of LGBT ...

The government on Tuesday adopted a basic plan under a law aimed at promoting understanding of LGBTQ+ people and other sexual minorities. The plan, approved at a Cabinet meeting, calls for ...

The prime minister's office is seen in this 2025 file photo. (Mainichi/Koichiro Tezuka) TOKYO -- A draft of the Japanese government's first basic plan under the LGBT understanding promotion law ...

Influenced by factors such as shifting market demand and declining regional competitiveness, Japan's petrochemical industry is facing operational pressure. The Mitsubishi Chemical Group has initiated ...

Since my young days, I have never been very good at remembering Japan’s national holidays. There are a few notable exceptions, though: New Year’s Day, of course, Children’s Day on May 5, Sports ...

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will visit Australia in early May 2026 — on the eve of the 50th anniversary of the Basic Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation and almost 70 years on from the ...

This video explores the simplicity of electrical outlets in Japan, highlighting common DIY wiring mistakes and fixes. It includes tips on dealing with short electrical wires, outlet wiring techniques, ...

What Is a Basic Metabolic Panel? A basic metabolic panel (BMP) is a blood test that checks the levels of different substances in your blood. These substances are all involved in metabolism, or the ...

Each economy ticke offers different perks along with standard economy seating. Basic economy flyers are not allowed to bring a full-sized carry-on to put in the overhead. You get assigned seats when ...

Calculate whether the low-price basic economy fare is worth the hassle of less cancellation flexibility. Delta allows free cancellations and changes on most main cabin tickets but not on basic economy ...