Biology
Japanese cherry blossoms may disappear
New research from the Japan Meteorological Agency shows that climate change causes the iconic Somei-Yoshino cherry variety to become extinct in many regions of Japan.
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Animal world
Japanese farmers paint cows to look like zebras to repel blood-sucking flies
Black cows with white stripes are less likely to stomp their feet, wag their tails or shake their heads to ward off flies than their counterparts.
Scientific works
Japan surprised everyone by building the world's largest 'cosmic' mystery decoding project
To carry out this project, Japan had to hollow out a mountain. Once completed, this megaproject will be unlike any existing construction.
Scientific works
Designing the tallest earthquake-resistant building in Japan
The 325m-high Mori JP Tower is equipped with many systems to help reduce strong shaking and can withstand earthquakes up to 9 degrees.
Flu epidemic
The bird flu epidemic was so bad that Japan ran out of land to bury chickens
The worst outbreak of bird flu has forced Japan to cull millions of chickens, creating a headache about where to bury them.
Health
Japan confirms the first case of thrombocytopenic fever transmitted from person to person
After the patient with febrile thrombocytopenia syndrome (SFTS) died, the doctor in charge of the patient's care also had similar symptoms and was diagnosed with SFTS.
Health
Infections caused by flesh-eating bacteria spread at record levels in Japan
A rare, deadly flesh-eating bacterial infection is spreading at a record rate in Japan, leaving health officials baffled.
Science invention
Japanese company invents sleeping box in standing position
To create napping spaces everywhere, a Japanese company invented a standing sleeping box called Gireaffenap and installed them in cafes across the country.
Funny corner
Japan's 'Vending Machine Country': Proof of a safe society and the fun behind it
Japan has the highest number of vending machines per capita in the world and that reflects some interesting facts about the country.
Animal world
Why do animals in Japan suddenly 'rebellion', attacking people?
Recently, in Japan, there have been a series of attacks on humans and other unusual behaviors of many animals.
Science story
New research shows: Japanese children have a different gait than other countries
A new study has found that the way Japanese children walk, or their gait, develop differently than children in other countries.
Funny corner
Why did Japan decide to use 'identity cards' for pets?
Japan has made the decision to chip in pets to do
Scientific application
Japanese sightseeing train powered by ramen soup and cooking oil
A sightseeing train in the town of Takachiho (Japan) running on ramen soup and used cooking oil has just been put into operation since early August.
Oceanography
Predatory 'king' of the Japanese sea: The body is 'big', dominating at a depth of 2,000 meters of water
The yokozuna shark is probably the largest bony fish living in the depths known to mankind.
Biology
Japanese experts share how to kill cockroaches and avoid this nasty animal
According to Japanese experts, here are the best ways to kill cockroaches and some ways to prevent them.