Hitachi has begun full-scale operations at a new railcar factory in Maryland in the United States after investing $100 million (approximately 15 billion yen), positioning the site as a core hub to build trains that run across the country, notably in Baltimore, Washington and Pennsylvania. (News On Japan)

McDonald’s Japan said on September 9th that for the Happy Meal sets to be released on September 12th, sales on the first day will be limited to in-store counters and drive-thru only. (News On Japan)

Shinjuku’s Kabukicho -- Tokyo’s busiest nightlife district -- saw a steady stream of disturbances through the night, from fistfights and fare disputes to intoxicated individuals collapsing on the street, as officers at the Shinjuku Police Box maintained round-the-clock patrols to keep order. (News On Japan)

The Liberal Democratic Party’s presidential election to choose a successor to Prime Minister Ishiba will be held on October 4th. The party’s election management committee decided on September 9th to officially announce the race on September 22nd, with lawmakers casting their votes in early October. (News On Japan)

Kirin has introduced a new piece of tableware designed to make low-salt meals taste stronger, addressing growing health concerns about excessive salt consumption in Japan. (News On Japan)

In today’s fast-paced world, the ability to manage your time and stay organized isn’t just helpful — it’s critical. (News On Japan)

Let’s be honest: making friends as an adult often feels more complicated than it should be. In childhood and even during college years, friendships seemed to form naturally — on the playground, in class, through shared hobbies or group activities. (News On Japan)

A bear was seen crossing railway tracks in Sunagawa, Hokkaido, on Monday morning, marking the ninth consecutive day of bear appearances in the area, prompting nearby schools to take extra precautions for children. (News On Japan)

Sapporo announced plans to open a new large-scale MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) facility in fiscal 2033, positioning the city to attract international conferences and exhibitions. (News On Japan)

The resignation of Prime Minister Ishiba has triggered continued gains in Japanese stocks, with the Nikkei surpassed 44,000 for the first time in history on Tuesday morning before closing at 43,459. (News On Japan)

Japan’s Ministry of Finance has taken the unusual step of cutting issuance of ultra-long-term government bonds after demand from major buyers weakened, highlighting concerns among investors about Japan’s fiscal outlook. (News On Japan)

Takara Tomy announced on September 8th that it is voluntarily recalling about 40,000 units of the "Grand Mall Tomica Building (Tomica 55th Anniversary Special Edition)," which was released in July. The decision follows two reported cases in which children injured their fingers after they became caught in the rotating parts of the central "spiral elevator." (News On Japan)

Mitsubishi Electric will introduce a voluntary retirement program targeting employees aged 53 and older, as well as those rehired after retirement, despite posting record profits in fiscal 2025. (News On Japan)

A bus collided with the symbolic “Grand Roof Ring” of the Osaka-Kansai Expo shortly after 8 p.m. on September 8th. (News On Japan)

Hanshin Tigers achieved the fastest league championship in history on the milestone of their 90th anniversary, marking their first Central League victory in two years. Streets across Kansai erupted in excitement and celebration as baseball fans gathered to witness the moment. (News On Japan)

Comedian Egashira 2:50 and convenience store giant FamilyMart have come under fire after promoting potato chips that contained pork ingredients without informing Muslim participants who were asked to sample them. (News On Japan)

Following Prime Minister Ishiba's announcement of his resignation on September 7th, moves to select his successor within the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) are accelerating. (News On Japan)

The Cabinet Office announced on September 8th that Japan’s GDP for the April-June quarter was revised upward, reflecting stronger consumer spending. Real GDP, which excludes the impact of inflation, rose 0.5% from the previous quarter, equivalent to an annualized increase of 2.2%. (News On Japan)

A total lunar eclipse was observed across Japan early Monday morning, marking the first such event in about three years. The moon began to darken at around 1:30 a.m., glowing a distinctive copper-red as it entered the Earth’s shadow. (News On Japan)

Princess Aiko, the eldest daughter of the Emperor and Empress, attended a national disaster prevention conference while accompanying her parents on their visit to Niigata Prefecture. (News On Japan)