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Tokyo news today is not only politics and economics, but also the life of the largest metropolis of Japan and one of the most famous cities in the world. We publish the latest Tokyo news for you to show what the city is living right now: from technological innovations and business activity to cultural events and social initiatives. On our website you will find the latest events in Tokyo, relevant materials on transport, tourism, education and the daily life of its residents

Tokyo Once Had Rice Fields: Farmers Say “We Were Anpanman”

Tokyo Once Had Rice Fields: Farmers Say “We Were Anpanman”

In mid-September, after about two hours traveling west by train and bus, rice fields spread…
07.10.2025 2 minutes
Barista with disabilities competes in skills competition: “I grew through this experience.”

Barista with disabilities competes in skills competition: “I grew through this experience.”

A competition showcasing the skills of baristas with disabilities was held on September 30th. In…
07.10.2025 2 minutes
Leave at the station, pick up at the station: The expanding role and challenges of “childcare drop-off stations.”

Leave at the station, pick up at the station: The expanding role and challenges of “childcare drop-off stations.”

On the way to work, parents can drop off their children at stations where they…
30.09.2025 2 minutes
The Secret Story Behind the Creation of Sony Park, Originally Intended to Be a High-Rise Building

The Secret Story Behind the Creation of Sony Park, Originally Intended to Be a High-Rise Building

The modern exposed concrete exterior catches the eye. Ginza Sony Park opened this January in…
30.09.2025 4 minutes
Metropolitan government pays over 100 million yen in long-overdue consumption tax for public housing business; audit to be conducted.

Metropolitan government pays over 100 million yen in long-overdue consumption tax for public housing business; audit to be conducted.

[Tokyo] It has been discovered that over 100 million yen in special account fees for…
30.09.2025 2 minutes
Mobile battery may have caused fire; 6 suffer minor injuries in Suginami apartment blaze.

Mobile battery may have caused fire; 6 suffer minor injuries in Suginami apartment blaze.

A fire was reported around 1:50 a.m. on the 25th, originating from a five-story building.…
26.09.2025 2 minutes
Araki Hirohiko’s Modern Interpretation of “Bijin-ga” Beauty Paintings, Featuring Limited-Edition Ebisu Beer Cans

Araki Hirohiko’s Modern Interpretation of “Bijin-ga” Beauty Paintings, Featuring Limited-Edition Ebisu Beer Cans

Yebisu Beer has released a new poster for a special collaboration commemorating the 135th anniversary…
26.09.2025 4 minutes
Digital Flip Calendar “Made More User-Friendly” — Inspired by Thoughts for Grandmother

Digital Flip Calendar “Made More User-Friendly” — Inspired by Thoughts for Grandmother

“Mon”, “Tue”, “Wed”. The digital flip calendar features strikingly large characters indicating today’s day of…
22.09.2025 3 minutes
People with dementia participate in product development, saying “It’s fun,” while companies also say “It’s a joy.”

People with dementia participate in product development, saying “It’s fun,” while companies also say “It’s a joy.”

If only there were products that could solve these inconveniences. If only this product were…
22.09.2025 4 minutes
Tsutaya and Tsutaya Shozo: The Founder Speaks on the Timeless Cultural Connections

Tsutaya and Tsutaya Shozo: The Founder Speaks on the Timeless Cultural Connections

The NHK drama “Berabou: Tsutaju Eigano Yumebanashi” features Tsutaya Juzaburo, known as the “Media King…
22.09.2025 4 minutes