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'Do not define victory solely by how many Hamas terrorists you eliminate'

Rahm Emanuel, son of an Irgun fighter, has been a top advisor to Obama and mayor of Chicago; now, as US ambassador to Japan, he’s advocating for Israel; he discusses boycotting Nagasaki's mayor for snubbing Israel and meeting freed hostage Noa Argamani

Itamar Eichner | 09.07.24

Israeli lost in bear-infested forest in Japan climbs tree to avoid wild animals

Worried mother alerts the Tokyo embassy that her 18-year-old son is missing after visiting the wilderness near Kobe, Japan; Rescue mission heads out to find him alive and well

Itamar Eichner | 08.30.24

Big in Japan: Wiz lands Softbank deal to boost investment in Asia

Following Israeli cyber firm's decision to pull out of Google acquisition, it seems Wiz is keen on engaging the Asian market, getting into business with Japanese investment giant

Meir Orbach, Calcalist | 08.07.24

פצצת אטום שהוטלה על נגסאקי נגסקי ב יפן ב אוגוסט 1945 נשק גרעיני מלחמת העולם השנייה

Western ambassadors boycott Nagasaki memorial event Israel not invited

Following the Japanese mayor's decision to leave Israel out of the ceremony commemorating the atomic bombing of the city, several ambassadors, including the G-7 countries and the EU ambassador, will attend different events instead, such as Tokyo's ceremony

Itamar Eichner | 08.07.24

Nagasaki mayor snubs Israel in WWII commemoration ceremony

Israeli ambassador says decision regrettable after Israel off the guest list for the annual ceremony for victims of Nagasaki nuclear bombing; Mayor Shiro Suzuki says wants to ensure the ceremony takes place in an 'atmosphere of peace.'

ynet correspondents | 08.01.24

משה שרביט אחד המתנחלים שהבריטים הטילו עליהם סנקציות

Japan to impose sanctions on Israeli settlers

East Asian country follows US steps and will sanction four extremist Israelis living in West Bank outposts suspected of violence against Palestinians; sanctions set to be announced on Tuesday

Itamar Eichner | 07.21.24

Travel blogger couple die in tragic drowning accident

Japanese hiker Tsubasa Ito's sister confirms he and and wife Teitei were climbing over a dangerous creek when Tsubas fell, prompting his wife to jump in the water in a desperate attempt to save him

Ynet | 07.16.24

Disney announces plans for new $2 billion cruise ship in Tokyo

Liquefied natural gas-powered ship, weighing 140,000 gross ton, will have around 1,250 staterooms accommodating 4,000 passengers and 1,500 crew members

Ynetnews | 07.11.24

Struggling with vending machines in Japan? Blame the new banknotes

Japan has highest number of vending machines per capita globally, around 4.1 million, many of which do not accept cashless payments

Ynetnews | 07.09.24

Outrage after Japanese journalist denies October 7 sex crimes

Japanese journalist Miki Otaka denies Hamas atrocities, tossing antisemitic accusations Israel pays for lobbying activities in US and Europe to prevent sanctions

Itamar Eichner | 06.30.24

The flesh-eating bacteria cases in Japan: everything you need to know

Over 1,000 of Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome (STSS) have been recorded in Japan in early 2024

Ynetnews | 06.26.24

Japanese 'disgusted' by Kyoto hotel barring Israelis, ambassador says

Israeli envoy Gilad Cohen reports embassy received numerous messages condemning actions of Kyoto's Material Hotel, including from lawmakers, journalists and members of public; many note hotel's manager Brazilian, not Japanese

Itamar Eichner | 06.19.24

Japanese hotel cancels reservation of Israeli tourist over IDF 'war crimes' in Gaza

Jeronimo Gehres, the manager of Material Hotel in Kyoto, told the Israeli tourist that he is not able to accept reservations from persons he believes might have ties to the Israeli army

Itamar Eichner | 06.17.24

To counter declining birth rate, Japan launches government-run dating app

Users will need to submit documentation proving they are single and express their willingness to marry in order to use Tokyo Futari Story app

Ynetnews | 06.11.24

שירותים שקופים-אטומים-צבעוניים בפארק, בעיצוב שיגרו באן, שירותים בטוקיו

A sneak peek into Japan's illustrious public restrooms

New project sets out to alter the Japanese aversion to using public facilities in film presenting 17 restrooms built and designed by the country's most famous architects

Amnon Direktor | 06.07.24