Japanese PM promises golden age in relations with US during Trump visit Sanae Takaichi says she will nominate Trump for peace prize as two leaders sign agreement on rare earths 1)Japan’s new prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, has pledged to r…

A masterpiece that expresses the essence of the "Law of Attraction" ~If I Were Wrapped in Kindness~ //Summary - Level-B2// The song If I Were Wrapped in Kindness by Yuming, known from Kiki’s Delivery Service, beautifully expresses the esse…

Acting, honest feelings, and intersecting romantic feelings... We want to share the charm of "Mechanical Marie"! //Summary - Level-B2// “Mechanical Marie” is a manga about Marie, a human disguised as a robot maid, and Arthur, a young heir …

The foreigner issue is finally resolved //Summary - Level-B2// The new Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi—the first woman in Japan’s constitutional history—has formed her cabinet with Kimi Onoda as Minister for Economic Security and foreign po…

Mahler (1860-1911) Symphony No. 2 in C minor "Resurrection" //Summary - Level-B2// Mahler’s Symphony No. 2 in C minor, “Resurrection”, had a long and complex creation. It began as a symphonic poem called Funeral (1888), later linked to his…

The decisive difference between those who say ‘Ah, that was interesting’ after reading a book or watching a film, and those who can create ‘interesting stories’ (Five techniques for turning works into material) A)Where do people with inter…

[Documentarist Diaries #8] "Hippocrates' Blind Spot" Directed and Edited by Jun Onishi 1)The “Documentary Diaries” project delivers the creators' unfiltered voices! We introduce articles written by the creators themselves, exploring the th…

Japanese is the most powerful language in AI //Summary - Level-B2// The text explores why Japanese is both challenging and uniquely suited to AI. Unlike English, Japanese lacks clear word boundaries, often omits subjects, and relies heavil…

YouTube to allow creators banned for COVID-19, election misinformation to apply for reinstatement //Summary - Level-B2// YouTube, owned by Google, will soon allow creators who were banned for sharing COVID-19 or election misinformation to …

Learn about the dangers of California 1)In the United States, certain government officials are collaborating with the world's rulers and engaging in child trafficking operations. While government officials claim to be protecting children i…

Why the UK decided to ban anonymous accounts despite a flood of criticism //Summary - Level-B2// In 2024, the UK fully enforced the Online Safety Act, requiring all online platforms to verify users’ ages and identities, effectively ending …

Masaya Kamei hones his brilliant technique and dramatic expressiveness, as reported on his triumphant return performance in three cities. 1)Last May, Masaya Kamei won fifth place in the piano category of the Queen Elisabeth International P…

The Science Behind Music Changing Your Mood｜Why Music Moves Us: It's All in the Brain's Chemical Reactions //Summary - Level-B2// Music can change our emotions through brain chemistry. When we listen to songs we enjoy, the brain releases …

The charm of the “full moon” illuminating autumn nights. Akiko Baba [Understanding the Japanese Spirit through Waka Poetry] 1)The serialised column ‘Understanding the Japanese Spirit Through Waka’ by poet Akiko Baba. The twenty-sixth insta…

Is it true that "extraordinary weather is caused by global warming"? Professor Emeritus of Kyoto University explains, "The Earth is currently in an ice age." //Summary - Level-B2// Many people think global warming causes today’s extreme we…

Second Round Results Announced ~ Tomohiro Ushida, Shiori Kuwabara, and Miyu Shindo from Japan Advance to the Third Round On the morning of Monday, October 13th (Japan time), the results of the four-day second round of qualifying were annou…

Opera "The Marriage of Figaro": Composed by Mozart (1786) //Summary - Level-B2// In 18th-century Seville, Count Almaviva’s servants Figaro and Susanna plan to marry, but the Count tries to seduce Susanna. Figaro plots revenge, but chaos fo…

Storytelling/Rakugo: "Five-Kan Judgement" //Summary - Level-B2// Hachiro, a former gambler’s runner, decides to live honestly and open a greengrocer’s shop. When a greedy pawnbroker, Tokurikiya, cheats him, Hachiro appeals to Magistrate Oo…

"Silent Service: The Battle of Tokyo Bay" Synopsis and Review 1)The work we're introducing this time is “Silent Fleet: The Great Battle of Tokyo Bay”, starring Takao Osawa. 2)This time, we watched the Amazon Original drama “Silent Fleet: T…

The Evolution of Colour Theory: From Goethe to Chevreul, the “Science of Colour” Painters Studied //Summary - Level-B2// From the late 18th to the 19th century, artists lacked clear rules for using colour. Goethe explored how people percei…

How do you say "How is it going?" in a business email? A)Progress management is a crucial aspect of business: The word for progress is "progress."Progress management is a crucial aspect of business.You'll often have to send emails to check…

Sending an email in English to request a reply Because emails arrive quickly, you might expect a quick reply, but depending on the recipient and the content, it can naturally take time. When exchanging emails in Japan, you generally try to…

Confirm the delivery date by email in English. When confirming delivery dates, it's essential to distinguish between the shipping date and the estimated arrival date. While couriers offering door-to-door delivery in a short time have becom…

Taking a phone call in English These days, many companies receive phone calls from around the world. While most calls are in English, some are from business partners in countries where English is not their native language, making it challe…

Behind the Scenes at the International Chopin Piano Competition: The Rise and Fall of Piano Manufacturers Over 100 Years and the Latest Power Map - Steinway, Yamaha, Kawai, Fazioli, Bechstein - A Competition of Masterpieces that Supported …

Lewis (TV series) 1)Lewis is a British television detective drama produced for ITV, first airing in 2006 (pilot) then 2007 (series 1). It is a spin-off from Inspector Morse and, like that series, it is set in Oxford. Kevin Whately reprises…

Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine awarded to Shimon Sakaguchi et al. for regulatory T cells that suppress immune responses //Summary - Level-B2// The 2025 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to Shimon Sakaguchi, Mary E. B…

The pinnacle of medical dramas, "The Pitt," is a huge success with the classic "ER" and "24" //Summary - Level-B2// “The Pitt” (Pittsburgh Emergency Room) is a gripping medical drama set in a busy Pittsburgh ER, unfolding in real time like…

New Oumuamua - Everything Currently Known About 3I/ATLAS｜The Third Interstellar Object //Summary// 1) Overview and Basic Information 3I/ATLAS has been confirmed as the third interstellar object passing through our solar system. The letter…

The much-discussed video AI “Sora 2” is a lawless zone!? Critical risks to be aware of when using Japanese IP and precautions for usage This article discusses the copyright issues surrounding Sora2, which have caused considerable controver…