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Japanese Court sentences man to life imprisonment for fatally shooting former PM Shinzo Abe

Tetsuya Yamagami was arrested on the spot in July 2022 after fatally firing at Abe with a homemade gun while he was delivering a campaign speech in the western city of Nara.

Tetsuya Yamagami, suspected of killing former Japanese premier Shinzo Abe, is escorted by police officers as he is taken to prosecutors, at Nara-nishi police station in Nara, western Japan, in this photo taken by Kyodo July 10, 2022.
LOVE ON TRIAL will be the opening film of the festival.

Aki-no Japanese Film Festival features cinematic

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi at his Jerusalem office, January 11, 2026.

Netanyahu, Sa'ar meet with Japanese FM in his first bilateral diplomatic visit to Israel

A sign displays information about a road closure due to an earthquake on a highway in Chitose, Hokkaido, Japan, December 9, 2025, in this photo taken by Kyodo.

6.2 magnitude earthquake rattles western Japan, infrastructure disruptions reported


Dashi: Japan comes to Netanya - restaraunt review

On a recent visit, we ordered the Omakase, a tasting menu with nine different dishes, to get an idea of what Dashi is all about.

 A FIRST-CLASS Japanese dining experience

New from Japan: Automatic zipper that closes with the push of a button

YKK unveils a prototype for an automatic zipper that closes with the push of a button. At this stage, it is an industrial solution, but in the future, it may be incorporated into everyday clothing.

 YKK's automatic zipper

Kyoto hotel forces Israeli tourist to declare non-involvement in war crimes - report

The tourist referred the incident to the Israeli Ambassador to Japan, Gilad Cohen, and sent a letter to Kyoto Governor Takatoshi Nishiwaki raising concerns over discriminatory practices.

 Shinto shrine in Kyoto.

Japanese researchers restore movement in paralyzed patients using iPS stem cells

An elderly patient who was previously completely paralyzed can now stand and begin rehabilitation.

 Japanese researchers restore movement in paralyzed patients using iPS stem cells. Illustration.

How to make a reservation at the Kirby Café in Tokyo


Is 'Japan's Atlantis' older than the pyramids?

Skeptics argue the structure is a natural formation, while others believe it is evidence of a 10,000-year-old civilization.

 Yonaguni Monument main terrace.

Japanese study shows three cups of green tea a day may prevent dementia

Research from Kanazawa University on 8,766 older adults using MRI scans revealed a 3 percent reduction in brain white matter lesions among regular green tea drinkers.

 Japanese study shows three cups of green tea a day may prevent dementia.

Nini Choo: Enjoying Japanese delights in Petah Tikva - review

We left Nini Choo in agreement that the restaurant has maintained its very high standards.

 Nini Choo

Japanese court orders dissolution of 'Moonies’ church following Abe assassination investigation

 Japanese court orders dissolution of 'Moonies’ church following Abe assassination investigation.

Assassin’s creed shadows: A grand adventure in Japan | Game review

The latest installment in the series, set in feudal Japan, delivers stunning visuals, abundant content, and an engaging storyline featuring two unique and distinct protagonists.

 Assassin’s Creed – New Game