Lifestyle
Japan's aging society is the world's most urgent laboratory for life sciences innovation — and the solutions emerging here will matter everywhere. JStories' Life Sciences section covers Japan's dynamic intersection of AgeTech, BioTech, HealthTech, and MedTech: from longevity research and regenerative medicine to AI-powered diagnostics, digital health platforms, and next-generation medical devices.
With the world's oldest population and one of its strongest pharmaceutical industries, Japan is uniquely positioned to lead the global longevity economy. Whether it's a Kyoto University spinout developing a breakthrough cancer therapy, a Tokyo HealthTech startup deploying AI diagnostics, or an AgeTech pioneer reimagining elder care — JStories tells the stories at the frontier of Japan's health innovation.
A new kind of urban space in Tokyo redefines idea of ‘park’
JStories ー In Ginza, one of Tokyo’s most popular destinations for inbound tourists, it’s now a familiar...
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TOKYO SNAPSHOTS | Golden Week holiday edition
JStories presents a special golden week holiday program of photo stories that capture Tokyo as it...
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INTERVIEW | How Japanese musician Grover turned his passion of ‘sound’ into a health-tech startup
JStories ー For over two decades, Yoshikazu Grover — better known simply as Grover — has...
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Where tradition meets tourism: Immersive tours explore Okinawa’s secrets to longevity and spiritual life
JStories ー Japan’s inbound tourism reached record numbers in 2024 — almost 37 million visitors. As...
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An innovative new funding model for Japan’s entertainment content industry
JSTORIES ー Japan’s entertainment industry leads the world in the production of content such as anime and...
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Addressing dementia through a human-centered approach in Tokyo and beyond
Among Japan's challenges as a super-aging society is a rise in cases of dementia, a disease...
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Japan aims to become the global hub of anime
JSTORIES ー As K-pop and South Korean cinema continue to make waves on the global stage...
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Fresh Japanese sushi on your table? Innovative freezing technology revolutionizes food preservation
JSTORIES ー Imagine you’re in your dining room in Kansas or Prague, nowhere near the ocean,...
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How much caffeine would you like in your coffee?
JSTORIES ー Many people, such as pregnant and breastfeeding women, or those with caffeine sensitivity, need to...
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DISCUSSION | J-Stories Editorial Board Roundtable: Reflecting on a tumultuous 2024
End-of-Year Series: Outlook for 2025 J-Stories, an international news service originating in Japan, is dedicated to...
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