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“Vanlife, Art, and Rain: Tokyo’s Earth Garden Festival Inspires Again”
Earth Garden blended art, nature, and sustainability under the drizzle at Yoyogi Park in Tokyo. Photo: Ramiro Vargas / chilanga.com It was a rainy October afternoon in Tokyo’s Yoyogi Park, but the spirit of creativity and community refused to fade beneath the gray skies. The Earth Garden Festival 2025 unfolded with color, music, and the hum of connection — a beautiful contradiction to the drizzle that persisted throughout the day. What makes Earth Garden unique isn’t just it
Oct 26, 20252 min read


The Double-Edged Impact of Tourism
In 2025, Japan continues to experience a powerful resurgence of tourism that has reshaped both its economy and its cultural landscape. With foreign visitor numbers surpassing pre-pandemic levels, the nation finds itself at a crossroads between economic revitalization and social adaptation. Tourism contributes billions of yen annually, supporting small businesses, local transport systems, and traditional industries like ryokan inns, crafts, and regional cuisine. Yet, the impac
Oct 23, 20251 min read


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Japan has entered a historic new chapter with the appointment of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, the nation’s first female leader. Her inauguration marks not only a political milestone but also a cultural turning point in a society that has long been defined by its deep respect for tradition and gradual change. In her first address, Prime Minister Takaichi emphasized unity, resilience, and the need for innovation to drive Japan’s future. She pledged to strengthen Japan’s econo
Oct 23, 20251 min read


A Light in the Shadows — María Corina Machado and the Nobel Peace Prize
A group of Venezuelan people awaits at Narita International Airport for a transition in Japan. Photo: Ramiro Vargas / chilanga.com In a...
Oct 12, 20252 min read


Car-Free Joy: Bicycles Rule Around the Imperial Palace in Tokyo
Cyclists ride near the Imperial Palace during Tokyo’s car-free event. Photo: Ramiro Vargas / chilanga.com Tokyo has once again proven...
Sep 28, 20252 min read


Airports Under Scrutiny: Trust, Theft, and Transparency in Japan
On September 24, 2025 . Narita Airport operations remain strong despite questions raised by misconduct at JapAn Haneda airport Photo:...
Sep 25, 20252 min read


Historic Finish in Tokyo: Simbu Takes Gold for Tanzania
On Monday, September 15, 2025, winner of the World Athletics Championships marathon in Tokyo, Alphonce Felix Simbu of Tanzania, runs...
Sep 15, 20253 min read


Kenya’s Queen of Endurance Wins the World Athletics Tokyo 2025 Women’s Marathon
Athletes run through the bustling streets of Tokyo during the competition on Sunday September 14, 2025. Photo Ramiro Vargas /...
Sep 15, 20253 min read


Kyoto at the Crossroads: Tradition vs. Tourism
Tourists walking through the historic Fushimi Inari in Kyoto. Photo: Ramiro Vargas Kyoto, once the imperial capital of Japan and still...
Sep 12, 20253 min read


A Global Gathering in Tokyo: The Arrival of Athletes for the World Athletics Championship 2025
Organizers of the World Athletics Championship Tokyo 2025 welcome athletes at Haneda International Airport in Tokyo Japan on Wednesday...
Sep 10, 20253 min read


A Night of Wonder: Tokyo’s September Lunar Eclipse Shines Through Clouds and Rain
Shibuya Sky’s rooftop in Tokyo, Japan, was closed to visitors on Monday, September 8, 2025, due to evening showers during the lunar...
Sep 9, 20252 min read


Historic Show in Tokyo for China’s “Sunken Boat 沉舟” Band
Last night, at Yoyogi Park Concert Hall in Tokyo , history was written in sound. For the first time since their formation in Luoyang in...
Sep 8, 20253 min read


Tokyo Gift Show Marks 100th Edition with Innovation and Tradition
Asigna Corporation Founder and Managing Director Ana Won Pat-Borja of Guam USA at the 100 Tokyo Int. Gift Show 2025. The 100th Tokyo...
Sep 5, 20252 min read


Mount Fuji: The Climb That Tests Spirit and Strength Photo by: Ramiro Vargas / chilanga.com
Mount Fuji, standing at 3,776 meters, is Japan’s tallest mountain and one of its most enduring symbols. Rising with perfect symmetry...
Sep 2, 20252 min read


The World Sushi Cup Japan stage with global finalists.
World Sushi Cup Japan 2025: A Taste of Dreams, Discipline, and Global Recognition Every year, Japan hosts one of the most prestigious...
Aug 25, 20252 min read


Fire in Osaka’s Dotombori: Two Firefighters Lost, Safety Concerns Rise
The narrow streets of Dotombori where the fatal fire occurred. Photo: exclusive for chilanga.com / JJMM Mx On Monday, August 18, 2025,...
Aug 25, 20252 min read


Continue the farewell to a Legend: Japan Mourns the Passing of Shigeo Nagashima, “Mr. Giants”
Image: chilanga.com Shigeo Nagashima, one of the most revered figures in Japanese baseball history, passed away on June 3, 2025, at the...
Jul 25, 20252 min read


Editorial Note: “Progress: Between Promise and Peril”
In a world increasingly defined by advancement, innovation, and constant evolution, the concept of progress has become both a guiding light and a looming shadow. From the steam engine to artificial intelligence, from small villages to sprawling metropolises, humanity’s journey has been marked by bold strides into the unknown. Yet, as we charge forward, one must ask: what are we leaving behind, and at what cost? The definition of progress has shifted dramatically over centurie
Jul 21, 20252 min read


Nishogakusha vs Shukutoku: A Grit-Filled Start to East Tokyo’s 2025 Baseball Showdown
Photo: Ramiro Vargas / chilanga.com The 2025 edition of the National High School Baseball Championship East Tokyo Tournament continued...
Jul 20, 20251 min read


The Future Japan Votes On
File photo:RV / chilanga.com As Japan moves closer to its 2025 National Elections, the spotlight turns toward a critical and often...
Jul 19, 20252 min read
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