Researchers from the Institute of Science Tokyo and Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University have developed a groundbreaking peptide that can prevent COVID-19 infections by targeting the virus's spike proteins. This peptide, a short chain of 39 natural amino acids, has shown promising results in lab tests involving human cells and hamsters. The team, led by Distinguished … [Read more...] about Japanese Scientists Create Peptide to Block COVID-19 Infections
China sentences man to death over attack on Japanese school bus
A Chinese man has been sentenced to death for stabbing and killing a 10-year-old Japanese boy in Shenzhen last September. The case, which shocked the local Japanese community, is one of several recent high-profile attacks on foreigners in China. The sentencing came just a day after another Chinese man, Zhou Jiasheng, 52, received the death penalty for attacking a Japanese … [Read more...] about China sentences man to death over attack on Japanese school bus
Kyoto’s Car Navigation System That Detects Sleepy Drivers
A novel approach to road safety is subtly emerging in the center of Kyoto, Japan's renowned center of technology and tradition. Japanese engineer Takeshi Morimoto has created what could be the next advancement in vehicle intelligence at a tiny but innovative automotive lab: a car navigation system that alerts drivers if they are too drowsy. This isn't your typical dashboard … [Read more...] about Kyoto’s Car Navigation System That Detects Sleepy Drivers
Top 5 Instant Noodles in Japan
A Keio Store, a supermarket chain, is a familiar sight throughout Japan. Found in suburban areas and near train stations, these stores provide a clear picture of what middle-class Japanese people typically buy at the supermarket. Check out the top 5 instant noodles in Japan! Instant ramen is a staple food for students and people who prefer quick meals. Topping the bestseller … [Read more...] about Top 5 Instant Noodles in Japan
13 Photos That Prove Japan Is a Country From Another Planet
Japan is a country with rich culture combining old traditions from past centuries and today’s incredible technological progress. Because of their unique place in both history and the present, it’s no wonder that Japanese life differs from the one we are used to. Sometimes this country surprises us so much that we start to feel that it’s from another galaxy. we collected some … [Read more...] about 13 Photos That Prove Japan Is a Country From Another Planet