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20/09/2026

North Korea fired two short-range ballistic missiles from the Wonsan area on September 20, according to South Korea’s military. The first flew about 450 km, while the second travelled more than 600 km before falling into the sea.

Japan’s Defense Ministry said the first missile reached an altitude of around 60 km and travelled roughly 440 km before landing outside Japan’s exclusive economic zone. Authorities were ordered to gather information, confirm the safety of aircraft and vessels, and prepare for any unexpected developments. No damage was reported in Japan.

The launches came amid renewed tensions following recent U.S.-South Korea-Japan military exercises and fresh warnings from Pyongyang.

Two missile launches in just a few hours - tensions in the region are rising again.

18/09/2026

Japanese actress and model Ayaka Miyoshi, 30, has revealed that she was diagnosed with facial paralysis about a month ago, explaining the health issue that led her to temporarily step away from work.

Miyoshi shared the news through her Instagram Stories on September 18. She said the diagnosis came unexpectedly and that she was surprised by what had happened. She had previously told fans on September 11 that she had been resting because of health problems.

There is encouraging news: Miyoshi says she is recovering steadily. Although she stressed that she has not completely recovered yet, she said she is physically and emotionally doing well and expressed gratitude to fans and people around her for supporting her.

She has also now returned to public activities, recently appearing in South Korea for a VIP screening connected to her film “Tazza: The Song of Beelzebub.” Fans had noticed her condition in footage from the appearance, which prompted her to explain publicly what she had been going through.

After a sudden health scare and time away from the spotlight, Miyoshi is back at work and focused on her recovery. ❤️

16/09/2026

A second-year high school student was arrested in Osaka Prefecture, Japan, after allegedly spraying what authorities described as tear gas or pepper spray inside a classroom during a break on September 16.

The incident happened at Osaka University of Commerce Sakai High School in Sakai. Police say 24 students complained of coughing, throat pain and other symptoms, with seven taken to hospital. No serious injuries were reported.

The student reportedly told police he sprayed it "for fun" and didn’t expect the situation to become so serious. In a separate incident later the same day, another student was arrested after pepper spray was discharged at a junior high school in Osaka Prefecture, affecting another 24 students and staff.

Two similar school incidents on the Same Day - 48 people affected.

16/09/2026

Japan has crossed a remarkable demographic milestone, with 107,677 people now aged 100 or older.

To put that number into perspective, Japan counted only 153 centenarians when records began in 1963. More than six decades later, that figure has climbed above 107,000.

The number increased by 7,914 compared with last year, extending Japan’s streak of annual increases to 56 consecutive years.

Women make up the overwhelming majority: 94,298 of Japan’s centenarians are women, accounting for roughly 88% of the total.

From just 153 to more than 107,000 - Japan’s growing population of people living beyond 100 shows just how dramatically longevity has changed over the decades.

Imagine celebrating your 100th birthday - what do you think is the secret to living that long?

15/09/2026

Starting October 1, Japan is dramatically increasing immigration fees for foreign residents. A one-year residence renewal will rise from ¥6,000 to ¥33,000, while a five-year-or-longer renewal will cost ¥75,000 - around "$500."

The biggest jump is permanent residency: the application fee will soar from ¥10,000 to ¥200,000 - roughly "$1,330," or 20 TIMES the current amount. Reduced fees will be available for certain people experiencing serious financial hardship.

The changes are already worrying foreign workers and families. A 38-year-old Filipino care worker living in Osaka told Japanese media that she wants to keep living in Japan but fears her family simply "can't afford any more."

Japan says the higher fees are needed as the country's foreign population continues to grow.

¥200,000 for permanent residency - reasonable fee or simply TOO MUCH? 👀

14/09/2026

Popular Japanese Adult Film Star Hana Kuraki Found Dead at Just 25 in Tokyo 😢

Japanese adult film actress Hana Kuraki has reportedly died at just 25 years old. Her body was discovered Saturday by a friend inside an apartment in Tokyo’s Kabukicho entertainment district.

Reports describe her death as an apparent su***de, but importantly, authorities have not publicly confirmed an official cause of death. Bar owner Sakito, who became involved after Kuraki was found, said she had previously spoken to him about relationship problems but urged people not to spread rumors or speculation.

Kuraki debuted in Japan’s adult video industry in 2024. Earlier this year, she announced a temporary break after suffering facial and jaw injuries that she publicly attributed to a traffic accident.

She was only 25. May she rest in peace. 🕊️

13/09/2026

In 1990, Japanese billionaire businessman Ryoei Saito stunned the art world by spending $82.5 million on Vincent van Gogh’s "Portrait of Dr. Gachet" - then just two days later paying $78.1 million for Renoir’s "Bal du moulin de la Galette." At the time, they were the two most expensive paintings ever sold at auction.

After reportedly facing a huge tax burden, Saito caused international outrage by saying he wanted both paintings cremated with him when he died. His representatives later insisted he was joking.

Saito died in 1996 - and thankfully, the paintings were NOT burned. But Van Gogh’s masterpiece quietly changed hands afterward and has not been publicly exhibited since 1990. Its current location and owner remain hidden from the public.

Imagine owning an $82.5 MILLION Van Gogh that almost nobody has seen for more than 35 years. 😳

13/09/2026

China is dramatically raising visa fees for Japanese citizens starting September 14, following Japan’s own visa-fee increase earlier this year.

A single-entry Chinese visa will jump from ¥2,250 to ¥16,750 - more than SEVEN TIMES the previous price. A one-year multiple-entry visa will cost ¥50,250. China’s embassy says the change is based on the principle of "reciprocity."

For most Japanese tourists, however, there’s an important catch: they can currently visit China visa-free for stays of up to 30 days, so the higher fees mainly affect travelers who actually need a visa.

Japan raises its fees - China answers with an even bigger increase.

12/09/2026

After 1,300 YEARS and 52 Generations, the World’s Oldest Hotel Finally Left the Family 😳

Japan’s Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan has been welcoming guests since 705 AD - making it the world’s oldest hotel according to Guinness World Records. For more than 1,300 years, it was operated through 52 generations of the same family.

But in 2017, that incredible family chain came to an end. With no family member willing to take over, longtime general manager Kenjiro Kawano became president, and the hotel business was transferred to a new company. The former family company later entered special liquidation proceedings in 2019.

The remarkable part? The hotel itself NEVER closed. The centuries-old hot springs continue flowing, and guests can still stay at the historic ryokan in Yamanashi today.

Wars, fires, natural disasters and more than 1,300 years of history couldn’t end the hotel - but eventually, the family simply ran out of successors.

12/09/2026

A heartbreaking case is putting Japan’s controversial "hostage justice" system under intense scrutiny.

A 16-year-old girl identified by the pseudonym "Runa" was arrested in Hyogo after being accused of assaulting a person at the disability care center where she worked. Runa denied the allegation, saying she had only gently restrained the person to stop them biting and pinching others. She was held for 18 days and was not allowed to see her family. The case was eventually dropped and she was released without being charged.

Her family says she weighed 37.5kg before detention but only 27.7kg when released. Her mental and physical condition continued to deteriorate, and by December she weighed just 20kg. She died after suffering cardiac arrest, five months after leaving police custody.

Her family is now suing the Japanese government and Hyogo authorities for 109 million yen - around "$987,000" - alleging her arrest and detention were unlawful and contributed to the trauma that preceded her death. Authorities have said they will examine the allegations through the court process.

A former Japanese justice minister has called the case "unthinkable" and is demanding reform.

She was only 16. Should a child ever be held this long without being able to see their family? 💔

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