Japan
Bangladeshi sprinters ‘learn’ from Japanese Olympian
Shota Iizuka, a Rio Olympic silver medallist from Japan’s 4X100 relay team, today spent an hour with some 30 primary students of Sunnydale Junior School in the capital on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relationship between Japan and Bangladesh.
14 November 2022, 13:50 PM
Japan banking on ‘classy’ Minamino to rediscover sparkle
If Asian giants Japan are to finally make their mark at the World Cup in their seventh successive tournament they will need the myriad talents of Takumi Minamino in the toughest group.
4 November 2022, 18:09 PM
7 most beautiful temples around the world
Temples have historically played a vital part in not only the fabric of many religions but also the livelihoods of communities, dating back to the dawn of civilization. These amazing buildings are safe places for people who want to grow spiritually or learn more about a certain religion. Ancient and revered temples are both reminders of a region's past and towering examples of its traditional architectural styles. Whether it's an all-white, quirky temple in Thailand or a Doric sanctuary above Athens, these stunning temples are worth a visit on your next trip.
19 October 2022, 11:12 AM
Bangladeshi filmmaker to travel to Japan for int'l competition
He received the Gold Prize and air ticket for his short film "Limbo".
27 August 2022, 16:10 PM
Messi, Mbappe and other PSG stars draw thousands at Tokyo training
Lionel Messi, Neymar and Kylian Mbappe drew gasps from a crowd of thousands in Tokyo on Monday as Paris Saint-Germain held the first training session of their Japanese tour
18 July 2022, 12:01 PM
Durian Sukegawa’s ‘Sweet Bean Paste’: On second chances and the plight of leprosy patients
Sweet Bean Paste (2013) by Durian Sukegawa is a tale of friendship and redemption in an unforgiving society.
30 June 2022, 10:43 AM
Neymar strikes from penalty spot to see off Japan
Neymar's penalty 13 minutes from time earned Brazil a 1-0 win over fellow World Cup qualifiers Japan at Tokyo's National Stadium on Monday as the Paris St Germain striker moved to within three goals of Pele's all-time national scoring record.
6 June 2022, 12:17 PM
5 international travel destinations to visit in summer 2022
Here are 5 international destinations to visit this summer to get away from your hectic daily life.
16 May 2022, 11:19 AM
Why Haruki Murakami resonates with young readers
Haruki Murakami is perhaps one of the most celebrated and well known writers of not only Japan but all of contemporary literature. His writing is humorous, hypnotic,
12 January 2022, 18:00 PM
The Art of Musical Storytelling with YOASOBI
YOASOBI is currently revolutionising this artform.
1 December 2021, 18:00 PM
Appreciating Hiroyuki Sawano, The Hans Zimmer of the Anime Industry
Sawano’s works have been featured in various pieces of media.
7 September 2021, 16:01 PM
The Anime and Video Game Hype at the Tokyo Olympics
Imagine playing volleyball to the soundtrack of Haikyuu!!
5 August 2021, 11:57 AM
Japanese Artists Put Bangladeshi Heritage on a Kimono for Tokyo Olympics
The design is part of The Kimono Project, centered around idea of "Golden Bengal."
26 July 2021, 08:54 AM
How Neon Genesis Evangelion is Still Relevant
A series that remains critically acclaimed yet controversial even today.
25 July 2021, 15:03 PM
Japan signs $5 million grant for promoting primary education in Bangladesh
Japan has signed a grant agreement of $5 million with Bangladesh for promoting quality primary education in the country, the Japanese Embassy in Dhaka said today.
27 August 2020, 12:01 PM
Japan includes Bangladesh in widened entry ban
Japan has tightened border control and widened the ban on entry of people from countries, including Bangladesh, India and Pakistan, to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
26 May 2020, 15:37 PM
Japan sends in troops after massive typhoon hammers Tokyo, kills 23
Japan sends tens of thousands of troops and rescue workers to save stranded residents and fight floods caused by one of the worst typhoons to hit the country in recent history, which kills 23 people and briefly paralyses Tokyo.
13 October 2019, 03:21 AM
Dhaka, Tokyo sign MoC for recruiting skilled workers to Japan
Bangladesh and Japan sign a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) on accepting specified skilled workers by Japan from Bangladesh.
27 August 2019, 11:25 AM
Japan's cabinet approves removal of S Korea from favoured trade list
Japan's cabinet approves a plan to remove South Korea from a list of countries that enjoy minimum export controls, a move likely to escalate tensions fuelled by a dispute over compensation for wartime forced labourers.
2 August 2019, 04:46 AM
Holders Chile thrash Japan
Chile began their Copa America defence in emphatic fashion with a thumping 4-0 win over tournament guests Japan on Monday with Manchester United misfit Alexis Sanchez scoring for the first time in five months.
18 June 2019, 05:20 AM