Society News On Japan
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March 12, 2024 - 11:00
For the first time, a Japanese national, Judge Tomoko Akane, has been elected as the President of the International Criminal Court (ICC), which adjudicates war crimes and other serious offenses.
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March 12, 2024 - 06:26
Residents in Fukuyama, Hiroshima Prefecture, have been warned not to touch a cat that fell into a tank containing the hazardous substance hexavalent chromium, as paw prints suggest it has escaped. (News On Japan)
March 12, 2024 - 03:18
Dangerous behavior by a couple of railway enthusiasts in Japan has sparked outrage as they were caught hugging a vintage train on a test run. (News On Japan)
March 11, 2024 - 08:53
As Japan's super-aging society intensifies, a survey reveals that one in four elderly individuals over the age of 65 has been denied housing due to their age. Unable to rent a home, many elderly seek refuge in "housing support corporations." (News On Japan)
March 11, 2024 - 07:10
There are approximately 3,700 female inmates in Japan, facing rapid aging and a continuous cycle of recidivism. What do these "women behind bars" have to say about their experiences? (News On Japan)
March 11, 2024 - 06:37
On March 10, 13 years ago, no one knew a disaster would strike the next day. Yet, an elementary school held an assembly warning that an earthquake might occur, saving the lives of 90 children. (News On Japan)
March 11, 2024 - 03:46
Akira Toriyama, known worldwide for his creations, remained a private figure. A former advertising executive for "Shonen Jump" recalls Toriyama as "a person like Goku." (News On Japan)
March 11, 2024 - 03:20
Today marks the 13th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake. In Kesennuma, Miyagi Prefecture, where a tsunami over 20 meters high struck, a moment of silence was observed on Sunday for the victims. (News On Japan)
March 9, 2024 - 07:20
A group of 12 individuals living in Tokyo and other regions has filed a lawsuit against the Japanese government, claiming that the Civil Code's provisions that do not recognize married couples' choice to retain separate surnames violate the Constitution. (News On Japan)
March 8, 2024 - 12:24
Renowned manga artist Akira Toriyama, known for iconic works such as "Dragon Ball" and "Dr. Slump," has passed away due to an acute subdural hematoma. He was 68 years old. (News On Japan)
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