TOKYO — Japan’s nuclear watchdog on Wednesday formally disqualified a reactor in the country’s north-central region for a restart, the first rejection under safety standards that were reinforced after the 2011 Fukushima disaster. The decision is a setback for Japan as it seeks to accelerate reactor restarts to maximize nuclear power. The Nuclear Regulation Authority…
TOKYO — A robot that has spent months inside the ruins of a nuclear reactor at the tsunami-hit Fukushima Daiichi plant delivered a tiny sample of melted nuclear fuel on Thursday, in what plant officials said was a step toward beginning the cleanup of hundreds of tons of melted fuel debris. The sample, the size…
There is not a shortage of great golfers in the world but what makes them stand out? Is it their skills? Is it their sportsmanship? Well, it might be a lot of things but what truly makes a golfer stand out is how humble they are with their golfing status. Enter Hana Wakimoto. This JLPGA…
TOKYO — A Japanese nuclear reactor which survived a massive 2011 earthquake and tsunami that badly damaged the nearby Fukushima nuclear power plant was restarted Tuesday for the first time since the disaster after a safety upgrade, as the government pursues a renewed expansion of nuclear energy to provide stable power and reduce carbon emissions….
It was supposed to be a regular day at work for a group of Singapore Airlines (SIA) cabin crew. However, they received a pleasant surprise when a passenger boarded their flight, seemingly fully dressed to work alongside them. See, Instagram user Travel.saya had donned the iconic Singapore Airlines sarong kebaya for her flight from Jakarta’s Sukarno Hatta International…
Every year, the world comes together to celebrate World Sake Day, a day dedicated to appreciating the unique and complex flavours of Japan’s national beverage. Sake, often referred to as “rice wine,” is a fermented alcoholic beverage made from rice. It has gained immense popularity worldwide, winning over our taste buds with its delicate balance…
When you meet one of the world’s leading Japanese chefs, you have to ask him about sushi. So I did – and his approach, in his words and on the plate, was all about simplicity and satisfaction. “Find a chef or a restaurant you absolutely trust – that’s my only advice,” says Chef Masaharu Morimoto,…
