Japanese prime minister Sanae Takaichi sparked concern after giving congratulatory gifts, each valued at approximately 190 USD, to over 300 ruling party parliament members.
Thousands of Japanese men, nearly nude, jostle for sacred charms at a local festival, resulting in six hospitalizations, including three unconscious individuals.
A lonely baby monkey at Ichikawa city zoo has captured social media attention after being chased by an adult, prompting management to issue an explanation.
On his 30th birthday, Toshikazu Yamanishi set a world record in the half marathon race walk with a time of 1 hour, 20 minutes, 34 seconds at the national championships in Kobe.
At 6 p.m., five young employees in blue uniforms sat before a simulated cash register at 7-Eleven headquarters in Chiyoda district, Tokyo, enveloped by a tense atmosphere.