Headline news for May 2, 2025



'Type-J9', a collaboration between the anime 'Mobile Police Patlabor' and 'Tsuchiura Komachi', a soba shochu from Tsuchiura City, Ibaraki Prefecture, will be released on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. The packaging and label design feature a griffin drawn by Akemi Takada, the character designer for the original group HEADGEAR.

HIROMEDO STORE / [Pre-order] Mobile Police Patlabor collaboration soba shochu 'Tsuchiura Komachi'

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In the story, the Griffin is set to have been manufactured at Shaft Enterprises' Tsuchiura Research Center, and since a statue of the Griffin was exhibited at a special exhibition held at the Tsuchiura City Civic Gallery in January 2022, fans have been visiting the area as a sacred place for the work. Starting in 2023, design manholes will be installed in 18 locations across the city, and a deck-up event is held at the Kirara Festival every August.



By the way, we published the following article on the same day in the same month in the past.

Interview with Director Ryosuke Takahashi about 'The Fable' and anime production: How he fought because 'Tominaga was working next to him, so we couldn't be together' - GIGAZINE

Interview with Nanami Kamon, the director of the movie 'Onmyoji 0' - 'Jujutsu has become entertainment that adults can enjoy too' - GIGAZINE

How to identify 'toxic books' that will physically poison your body when you read them - GIGAZINE

It turns out that the Spanish 'Excalibur' found in the tomb was a 1,000-year-old Islamic sword - GIGAZINE

The world's first 'wooden transistor' is developed - GIGAZINE

Almost all whistleblowers are harassed, 70% are immediately fired or forced to resign, and in the worst cases, are even killed - GIGAZINE

The Kingdom of Bhutan, which aims to be the happiest country in the world, has been operating a Bitcoin mining business for more than three years without its citizens' knowledge - GIGAZINE

Russia disables $5 million worth of farm vehicles stolen from Ukraine via remote control - GIGAZINE

What is a 'structural battery' that weighs virtually nothing? - GIGAZINE

◆ Material (notes and other miscellaneous items)







At Tsukuba Station, two male college students were having a conversation along the lines of 'Did you end up doing it after that last night?' (smirk) I thought they were talking about something perverted, but it turned out they were talking about dynamics simulations - Togetter

◆Science (science, learning, technology)
Air-stable cationic hydrocarbon nanobelts | RIKEN

◆ Society, politics, and economy (incidents, world news, business)
Former kendo instructor indicted for hitting girl with wooden sword and injuring her | NHK | Tokyo

'He's there!' A man wearing a balaclava appears in the video. 'He was a victim of stalking.' An unknown body of a man was found in a bag at the home of a former partner in Kawasaki City - YouTube


Unidentified skeletal remains found in bag during search of home for 'suspected violation of stalking prevention law'... Former boyfriend's home in Kawasaki city - investigation related to missing 20-year-old woman | TBS NEWS DIG

Kawasaki: Partially skeletal remains may be that of a young woman; signs of burning; woman in relationship with resident consults Kanagawa Prefectural Police about stalking | NHK | Incident




Second Japan-US Negotiations Minister Akazawa: 'Next round of talks to be held after mid-May' | NHK | Tariffs

[Commentary] Key points of the Japan-US tariff negotiations, future points to watch, and how the US side will respond? | NHK | Tariffs

US Secretary of State Rubio: 'US-China tariff talks coming soon' | NHK | Tariffs

Apple 'iPhones sold in the US to be made from India' to avoid tariff impact | NHK | Tariff

Yuichiro Tamaki, leader of the Democratic Party for the People, is keen to reorganize the political world after the Upper House election: 'The current political party framework cannot adapt to changes in the world' - YouTube


Wildfires threaten to reach Jerusalem, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu warns - 8 photos International News: AFPBB News

Ghana's Cardinal Turkson is a leading candidate for the next pope - 8 photos International News: AFPBB News

Imperial family aide dismissed for allegedly stealing 3.6 million yen from palace funds | NHK

India to conduct caste survey in next census for the first time since 1931 - 1 photo International News: AFPBB News

Ainu remains returned to Japan after being kept at British university for over 100 years, the third case after Germany and Australia | NHK | Hokkaido

Construction of road bridge between Russia and North Korea begins: 'Symbol of friendly relations' - 1 photo International News: AFPBB News

'Tesla's board of directors begins search for CEO Elon Musk's successor' US newspaper | NHK | EV (electric vehicle)

Regarding the securities account hijacking incident, securities companies have been refusing to cover damages even though a large amount of damage has been reported since the end of March, but as a result of the huge outrage, they have finally begun to consider providing compensation. - Togetter

US Federal District Court Orders Banning Application of 'Alien Enemy Act' by Trump Administration When Deporting Foreign Nationals | NHK | USA

Bear in Kaminoyama, Yamagata, stays in garden of house for over 2 hours, captured, no injuries | NHK | Bear damage

Large-scale ETC system failure: Central Nippon Expressway Co., Ltd. decides not to charge tolls, and will refund the amount paid | NHK

Seven elementary school students injured in Nishinari Ward, Osaka; car zigzags around the scene | NHK | Incident




Akita: Wind turbine blade falls, elderly man collapses nearby, dies | NHK | Akita Prefecture

Hyogo Governor's remarks regarding public interest whistleblowing: Consumer Affairs Agency 'Differs from official position' | NHK Hyogo Prefecture News

U.S. military refuses to respond to Okinawa prefecture summons, avoids public disclosure of U.S. soldier's rape of woman, Okinawa's attitude not facing local residents - Ryukyu Shimpo Digital

Body found in sewer pipe after road collapse in Yashio, Saitama; driver possibly | Mainichi Shimbun

Body found in sewer pipe; Yashio road collapse; family 'can't believe it' [Saitama Prefecture] [Yashio, Saitama collapse accident]: Asahi Shimbun

Prime Minister Ishiba and Toyota Chairman Toyoda exchange views on Trump administration's tariff measures | NHK | Tariffs

Saitama Yashio road collapse, body found in driver's seat of truck | NHK | Saitama Prefecture

Tottori Prefectural Headquarters: Approximately 200 million yen in account unknown to union members | NHK | Tottori Prefecture

Reporter's View: 'You can't go shopping by car' - Government ruthless to elderly parents and children - Who is welfare for? | Mainichi Shimbun

Haneda Airport parking lot reservation slots bought up and resold? Complaints of 'not being able to get a reservation' since last year's long holiday | NHK | Tokyo




◆ Lifestyle (life, living, health)




When I was young, I offered my seat to an older man on the train, but he said to me, 'Do I look that old?' and I was in trouble. I'm still grateful to the person sitting next to me for that comment. - Togetter

◆IT/Gadgets (Internet, software, hardware, mobile)
Robot completes half marathon! Fierce humanoid robot development competition - Impress Watch
You can see the tournament details below.
A summary of scenes where a humanoid robot falls down in China's 'human runner vs robot' half marathon - GIGAZINE



Pioneer withdraws from optical disc business. BD drives and discs are available while supplies last - AV Watch

[Limited Edition] Digital Memo 'Pomera' DM250XY Crystal Neon Yellow - King Jim Official Online Store

◆Anime, games, manga (subculture)
[Not invincible] Stupid game exploration #44 'The terrifying cockroach' [Absolutely invincible Raijin-Oh GB] - Nico Nico Douga



GQuuuuuuDENWA - Niconico Video



My favorite chocolate mint - Nico Nico Douga






Gura's Graduation Faith in the EN Zone and the Truman Show | Nyalra

Unexpectedly acclaimed, unexpectedly moved to tears! 30-second touching preview comment edition 'Tabekko Animals THE MOVIE' [Released on Thursday, May 1, 2025] - YouTube


[Dark Healer] Digest movie feat. Lily | Digest video featuring Lily - YouTube


TV anime 'Busamen Gachi Fighter' promotional commercial | Broadcast starts from July 6, 2025 - YouTube


[Official] Makoto Shinkai x Yuji Sakamoto Live Audio Broadcast ~Yuji Sakamoto, Welcome! To the CWF Broadcasting Club~ (May 9, 2025) - YouTube


'Apex Legends: Prodigy Anthem' Trailer-YouTube


[VV Prism] Accolade Trailer 'Venus Vacation PRISM - DEAD OR ALIVE Xtreme -' - YouTube


Diablo Immortal x Berserk | The Path of the Struggler | Gameplay Trailer - YouTube


'Tower of Fantasy' -Ver.5.0 [Killo Space] Trailer | PS5® & PS4® Games - YouTube


[Genshin Impact] Tutorial video Escoffier 'Dance of the Knives' (Narration by Dainsleif CV: Kenjiro Tsuda) - YouTube


'The Last of Us Complete' Launch Trailer-YouTube


'Dead by Daylight' - 'Steady Pulse' May 7th - YouTube


'FOMOGRAPHY' release date announcement trailer | PlayStation®5 - YouTube


'Fortnite' Galactic Battle | Cinematic Trailer - YouTube


◆Sports, entertainment, music, movies (entertainment)
A theater-loving relative of his died penniless after spending all his money on theater. After his death, several cardboard boxes full of tickets were found, and his family became enraged and burned them all. Reactions are divided between 'That's the perfect way to end things' and 'It's a nuisance for the family.' - Togetter

Major League Baseball Tigers Kenta Maeda is effectively out of the team | NHK | #MajorLeague

◆New products (clothing, food, housing)
'Cup Noodle Egg-covered Big' (released on May 12) | News Release | Nissin Foods Group

Announcement of the new release of 'Red Fox Yaki Udon' and 'Soupless Dried Niboshi Udon' | Toyo Suisan Co., Ltd.

'Calpis SWEET PREMIUM Hokkaido Fresh Cream Pudding Style' to be released on May 13th

[500 yen discount!] Enjoy a heartwarming family moment at KFC on Mother's Day♪ 'Mother's Day 9-Piece Barrel' filled with 9 pieces of original chicken will be on sale for 3 days only from Friday, May 9th | KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN JAPAN,LTD

Enjoy authentic sweets at Kura Sushi! KURA ROYAL's 'The carefully crafted fresh tiramisu' - Available at Kura Sushi restaurants nationwide for a limited time and in limited quantities from Wednesday, May 7th - Express your gratitude on Mother's Day! Whole cakes from the 'gift system' will be half price for three days only from Sunday, May 11th! | Kura Sushi Press Release | Kura Sushi | Conveyor belt sushi |

Have fun with Doraemon frappes this Golden Week! The fun, crackling soda frappes will be available from Saturday, May 3rd! Pre-orders for Doraemon goods exclusive to FamilyMart Online are now open! | News Release | FamilyMart

[Limited release at FamilyMart stores nationwide from May 6th!] 'The Most Delicious Chocolate Brownie Ice Bar' | The Most Delicious Chocolate Brownie | by HEART BREAD ANTIQUE

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