SoraNews24
SoraNews24 is a Tokyo-based news site. In 2008, our sister site, RocketNews24 published its first Japanese-language article, and two years later came the start of our English site, which originally existed exclusively to translate articles from our Japanese colleagues. Over time we’ve expanded the amount of English-language content we produce while maintaining a focus on fun, weird, and intriguing news from Asia, particularly Japan.
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Super-spicy Tokyo ramen served in a 572-degree Fahrenheit bowl? Yep, we’ll eat that!【Taste test】
Our resident spice fiend puts his tongue to the test in Tokyo’s most competitive ramen neighborhood!
Arsonist claims Kyoto Animation “ripped off other people’s work.”
Motorsports, hot springs, huge ramen, and an amusement park: All reasons to visit Suzuka Circuit
Mie Prefecture’s Suzuka is the home of Japan’s most famous racetrack, but there’s more than cars to get excited about.
For gay, transgender and nonbinary individuals in Japan, filling in forms can be daunting. But how to handle it?
Two-million person protests quickly and compassionately give up their position in the streets for the sake of the injured.
Coca-Cola takes the clear drinks trend to a whole new level, and gives us a special Reiwa parody commercial as well.
Whether asleep or awake, these kids are about to go on some incredible illustrated adventures.
Propaganda trucks in Tokyo pause their racist hate speeches to play the American national anthem.
Lawson’s bite-sized chicken snack is loved across Japan, but can that love stretch around the globe?
Stunning exploration game lets you walk at your own pace, take photos with an in-game camera, and discover hidden areas without the crowds.
We visit the new cafe that aims to change people’s perception about pigs as livestock and promote them as beloved animals instead.
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New Shinkansen luggage drop-off system begins in Japan, making train travel even easier
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Air-conditioned dress shirts arrive in Japan to save working professionals from sweltering heat
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Studio Ghibli releases anime T-shirts that pay homage to one of Hayao Miyazaki’s most personal films
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Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Studio Ghibli has a new anime out, and there’s only one place in the world where you can see it
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
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Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Salomon releases Japan-exclusive Mt. Fuji hiking gear that doubles as an amazing souvenir
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
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