PokePark Kanto officially opened inside Yomiuriland, becoming the first permanent Pokemon theme park featuring interactive forest and town areas for fans of all ages.
Japan recorded a new high of 2.57 million foreign workers in October 2025, reflecting deeper labor shortages and the growing role of migrant labor in sustaining the country’s economy.
UNESCO has officially inscribed Italian cuisine on its Intangible Cultural Heritage list, marking the first time an entire national cuisine—not just a dish—earned global recognition.