CHIBA – Tokyo Comic Con took Makuhari Messe by storm, drawing a massive crowd of over 85,000 from Dec. 8 to 10.

TOKYO – The 36th edition of the Tokyo International Film Festival recently concluded, showcasing a selection of 219 titles from various countries and regions. One film that stood out was “The Gospel of the Beast” from Western Visayas, Philippines, directed by Sheron Dayoc.

MANILA/TOKYO – Philippine President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. is scheduled to fly to Tokyo on Dec. 15 to participate in the ASEAN-Japan Commemorative Summit, marking 50 years of friendship and cooperation. The summit and related events will run until Dec. 18.

Growing chestnuts is an art of patience, a journey spanning years from nurturing a young tree to witnessing the moment it bears fruit.