Archeology
Japanese people carry DNA from 3 different human species
A study based on more than 3,200 modern Japanese human gene sequences has found genetic elements inherited from two extinct human species.
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Japanese satellites will transmit solar power to Earth
Japan is preparing to transmit solar energy from space to Earth next year, in the form of microwaves.
Environment
Strange things about the river that is suspected of containing a treasure of 3 tons of gold buried by the Japanese army
This river is one of the largest rivers in Phan Thiet province.
Space science
The US reaffirmed its intention to send the first Japanese astronaut to the Moon
US President Joe Biden on April 10 once again affirmed his plan to send the first Japanese astronaut to the Moon within the framework of the Artemis lunar exploration pr…
Archeology
Found a giant sword 2.37m long in the ancient capital of Japan
The sword excavated from the Tomiomaruyama Kofun burial mound, Japan impressed archaeologists because of its length and unprecedented design.
Discover science
All Japanese people will likely have the same surname Sato by 2531
According to a study, all Japanese people will have the same surname Sato by 2531 if the country maintains the rule that husband and wife must use the same surname after…
Environment
Following Taiwan, earthquakes occurred in mainland China and Japan
A strong earthquake just shook Mangya City, northwest China this morning (April 4).
Space science
Japan's lunar probe 'fell asleep' again
(JAXA) on April 1 announced the country's Smart Lunar Research Lander (SLIM) once again
Environment
Japan simultaneously issued a tsunami warning after a major earthquake off the coast of Taiwan (China)
A massive 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck near Taiwan (China) just before 9 a.m. Japan time Wednesday (April 3), prompting a tsunami warning to be issued for the souther…
Health
American doctor reveals 2 types of vegetables that can activate longevity genes, 'improve aging', help lower blood sugar, and lose weight
These two types of vegetables have been loved by people in the longevity region of Japan for many generations and can also be purchased right in Vietnam.
Space science
Japan's 'lander' achieved the feat of surviving the second night on the Moon
The SLIM ship continues to surprise the scientific community with its ability to overcome one challenge after another.
Discover science
Which language has the fastest speaking speed?
Several studies have asked this question and come to the same answer.
Conquer Mars
Japanese scientists discovered 'glimmer of life' on Mars
Japanese scientists have figured out how life on Mars could have emerged parallel to life on Earth.
Oceanography
The strange behavior of a newly discovered squid species is extremely small, only 1cm
Scientists have recently discovered two species of dwarf squid, only about 1cm in size, living in Japanese coral reefs.
History
History of famous Japanese desserts
Legend has it that a group of Portuguese monks were sailing to Macao when their ship ran into bad weather and they landed in Nagasaki, Japan instead.