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3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Japan Today
Unplug and rewind with Thanko Skeleton Portable CD Player
Heading outdoors for a hike or reading a book at a cafe are small ways to relax without relying on a screen for entertainment. Recently, we've seen a return to old-school technology like clunky digital cameras, wired headphones and even CD players. Listening to music on CDs demands more intention. You have to choose the album, buy it and insert it into the player without the temptation of scrolling through an endless digital library. The Thanko Skeleton Portable CD Player SK-25 is a great way to disconnect while enjoying your favorite artist. With its see-through body inspired by 1990s design, it's both nostalgic and fresh. Weighing just 250 grams and powered by a rechargeable battery, it's easy to carry and lasts up to five hours on a charge. It plays standard CDs as well as CD-Rs, CD-RWs, and supports MP3 and WMA formats. You can also load music onto a microSD card (up to 128GB) for even more flexibility. Useful features like A-B repeat, adjustable playback speed, and a 5-level equalizer make it great for language study or exam prep. It includes two headphone jacks so you can listen with a friend, and has anti-skip protection and auto power-off to save battery. Get yours today for ¥5,680 at the website. Source: Thanko © Japan Today
Japan Today
7 days ago
- Politics
- Japan Today
Japan's far-right surge: Sanseito and ‘Japan First' politics in 2025
By Jeff W. Richards Why are far-right political parties gaining support in Japan ahead of the July 20 election? In this extended 17-minute edition of "Japan Today Spotlight" we go inside the rise of Sanseito and the Conservative Party of Japan — and the growing influence of 'Japan First' rhetoric targeting immigrants, tourists and foreign residents. We break down what these parties actually believe, where their support is coming from, and how discontent over overtourism, immigration and the economy is being turned into political momentum. From anti-foreigner policies to cult-like political messaging, this is not just another look at fringe politics — it's about how fear spreads, who gets blamed, and what happens when that blame becomes policy. Do you think enough Japanese voters are aware of what these parties really stand for? Let us know in the comments. Chapters: 0:00 Intro: Japan's rising far-right 1:21 Sanseito and the 'Japan First' origin story 2:32 Sanseito's election goals 4:38 The Conservative Party of Japan 5:08 Foreigners as scapegoats 6:02 Japan's immigration policy 7:58 Community unease and crime fears 7:58 The real estate debate 7:58 Overtourism and blame politics 7:58 NGOs push back on hate speech 7:58 Will anything change after the election? 9:46 Final thoughts and what you can do Japan Today sources: See the Japan Today Spotlight series: Don't forget to like, subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an update on Japan's biggest news stories on our YouTube channel: Follow us for more updates: The views and opinions expressed in this video are those of the host and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of GPlusMedia, Inc. © Japan Today
Japan Today
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Japan Today
Tokyo Night & Light
With a total size of 13,904.956 square meters, Tokyo Night & Light at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building No. 1 in Shinjuku is the largest architectural projection-mapped display (permanent) according to the Guinness World Records. Among Pac-Man, the current screening contains light shows themed with Godzilla, Gundam and other breathtaking light shows accompanied by music. The screening is held all year round. The current schedule can be found at © Japan Today
Japan Today
15-07-2025
- Health
- Japan Today
Yogurt drink with ingredients that enhance fat burning effects
Danone has released a new yogurt drink with ingredients that enhance fat burning effects, now available at convenience stores nationwide Danone Bio Fat Burning Yogurt Drink Plain contains bifidobacteria that reach the intestines alive. It comes in a 100 gram bottle. © Japan Today
Japan Today
09-07-2025
- Automotive
- Japan Today
Dear Mr Japan: Is Trump blowing up Japan-U.S. relations?
By Jeff W. Richards In this edition of Japan Today Spotlight, we dig into the latest tensions between Japan and the United States as the bilateral relationship comes under renewed strain. U.S. President Donald Trump has sharply escalated pressure on Japan in recent weeks — calling the country 'very spoiled,' demanding a rise in defense spending, and sending a formal letter confirming that 25% tariffs on Japanese car exports will begin Aug 1. He has also criticized Japan's rice imports, suggested the country should buy more American oil, and stirred ridicule online by saying he would send a letter beginning with 'Dear Mr Japan.' For Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, the timing could not be worse. With the July 20 upper house election fast approaching, he is struggling to hold his ground — and hold together a decades-old alliance that suddenly feels very uncertain. Watch the full episode here: What do you think? Is this just a rocky moment in the Japan–U.S. relationship, or are we watching it begin to break down in real time? Let us know in the comments! Chapters: 0:00 Topic overview 1:21 The first signs of trouble 2:32 Trump goes off-script again 4:38 Tension with cars, rice and now oil 5:08 Japan pushes back on U.S. demands 6:02 Can this alliance be saved? 9:46 Your take on Japan–U.S. ties 9:46 Outro Japan Today sources: See the Japan Today Spotlight series: Don't forget to like, subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an update on Japan's biggest news stories on our YouTube channel: If you found this episode thought-provoking, check out our other deep dives into Japan's media landscape and our past coverage of: Follow us for more updates: The views and opinions expressed in this video are those of the host and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of GPlusMedia, Inc. © Japan Today
