News

Update: Video that shows executed captive appears authentic, officials say
 Posted on 23 Jan 2015

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has vowed to save the men, stating that, "Their lives are the top priority." The...

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Japanese Twitter users mock ISIS with Photoshop collage grand prix
 22 Jan 2015

More troubles for McDonalds Japan as vinyl found in McNuggets
 05 Jan 2015


Officials call for increased safety measures after nine fall to a sticky holiday treat
 05 Jan 2015

Five brands that could help dominate Tokyo's planned English Village
 29 Dec 2014



Feature

Entrepreneur Hank Rao's adventure into the world of Japanese candy and culture
 Posted on 23 Jan 2015

Japan Crate CEO delves deep into Japan's culture of sweets at trade shows and beyond. Photo courtesy: Japan Crate Admittedly,...

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Making the world beautiful through building bikes
 22 Jan 2015

Book Review: 'Diamond Gods of the Morning Sun'
 15 Jan 2015


Muji's first store in Canada has opened and here's what we found from stationary to sandals
 07 Jan 2015

Hollywood veteran Chris Tashima looks back on his filmmaking career
 05 Jan 2015



Editorial

Japan's struggle with gender inequality in the workforce
 Posted on 18 Aug 2014

The world’s third largest economy has a declining and rapidly aging population, with the population falling by 244,000,...

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Nikkei Voice's Toronto Mayoral Election Survey
 02 Aug 2014

Chris Hope appears on NHK to introduce a new generation to the Japanese Canadian story
 18 Mar 2014


Editorial - New Website, New Direction
 07 Mar 2014

A Look Back, Nikkei Voice's Take on 2013
 31 Dec 2013



Column

Christmas is about building memories with family
 Posted on 18 Dec 2014

It is true that we get bombarded by advertising on TV and in stores as soon as Halloween is finished. It is also true that...

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Optimum Health: Take a stand against sitting down
 13 Nov 2014

Travelling to Vancouver? My tips for first-time visitors
 06 Nov 2014


Innovative Japan – Magic film that can grow plants without soil developed in Japan
 24 Aug 2014

The Frank Maikawa Story
 01 Aug 2014



Arts & Entertainment

A new altar-native for Japanese looking to remember their ancestors with shoebox-size shrines
 Posted on 09 Jan 2015

In Japan, these traditional household Buddhist altars are generally as tall as a person and have everything from photos...

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Turning your art into a business: one young Japanese Canadian's journey from hobbyist to startup entrepreneur
 09 Jan 2015

Three great tidying-up tips we learned from Marie Kondo, Japan's "Queen of Clean"
 06 Jan 2015


Sony cancels theatrical release of 'The Interview' in wake of threats
 18 Dec 2014

Uzumasa Limelight up for Golden Globe consideration ahead of public showing
 04 Dec 2014



Food

McDonalds Japan sales slide in wake of shortages and safety scandals
 Posted on 09 Jan 2015

But as the potatoes started rolling back into the fast food chain's menu, incidents of objects - both artificial and organic...

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Bringing a Japanese tradition to Canada: how a traditional New Years meal brings people together
 06 Jan 2015

Kintori -- A pretty good Yakitori restaurant in Toronto
 05 Jun 2014


Koyoi -- A real taste of Japan in Toronto
 15 Apr 2014

Kaiju -- Toronto's spicy, hidden, curry gem
 11 Apr 2014



Sports

The Blue Jays could be courting Ichiro Suzuki
 Posted on 08 Jan 2015

Rumours are circulating that the Jays, the Miami Marlins, and the Baltimore Orioles are courting the 41-year-old player,...

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Blue Jays in the run for shortstop Takashi Toritani
 16 Dec 2014

Issey Nakajima-Farran's wild ride: Becoming a professional soccer player
 29 Nov 2014


An 11-year-old Japanese hockey player could be the next Sidney Crosby
 10 Nov 2014

Wietzes Toyota captures J.C.3-PITCH championship
 15 Sep 2014



Technology

Toyota giving its hydrogen fuel cell a push by giving away patents to competitors
 Posted on 06 Jan 2015

Bob Cartner, a senior VP with Toyota’s US office, said the technology has a high social value and this move will help...

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Turning ancient an art form into modern masterpieces using 3D printing technology
 30 Dec 2014

Innovative Japan – Magic film that can grow plants without soil developed in Japan
 24 Aug 2014


Japanese scientist is putting the 'new' in renewable energy
 19 Aug 2014

Japanese company invents app that gives your engine a voice
 12 Aug 2014



Anime

Lost in Translation: The Troubling History of Live-Action Anime and Ghost in the Shell's new film
 Posted on 08 Jan 2015

Earlier this week, Variety reported that Lucy and Under the Skin star Scarlett Johansson will be taking on the lead...

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The changing face of manga in Japan according to 20th Century Boys artist Naoki Urasawa
 31 Dec 2014

Five more animes to watch this year
 13 Mar 2014


Dubbed vs. Subbed and a Quick Look at Castle in the Sky
 05 Jan 2014

Spirited Away: The Films of Studio Ghibli
 22 Nov 2013