Japan studies giving the HPV vaccine to boys
Japan's health ministry is studying a big question. Should boys get the HPV vaccine as a routine vaccination?
Our life and government
Social studies
Grade 6
Politics in Japan follows the Constitution of Japan. It has three principles: that the people decide how the country is governed, that the rights everyone is born with are respected, and that the country does not make war. The Emperor, whom the Constitution calls the symbol of Japan, carries out formal duties with the advice and approval of the Cabinet. The work of government is shared out: the Diet makes the laws and the budget, the Cabinet does the actual work under those laws, and the courts settle disputes by the Constitution and the laws. Citizens take part in trials as lay judges. Members of the Diet and other representatives are chosen in elections, and the taxes that are collected pay for schools, roads, and other public services. Cities and other local governments make their own rules and carry out what people wish for, such as support for raising children, care for older people, recovery after earthquakes and floods, and clearing snow. Government is needed to solve the problems of society, and it matters that each of us takes part in it.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
New York declares emergency over measles
Measles is spreading in New York, a state in the eastern United States. On October 5, Kathy Hochul, the governor of New York, signed an executive order.
Monday, September 28, 2026
Hachioji shoots a bear caught in a trap
On September 28, an Asian black bear was found caught in a snare in Hachioji, a city in Tokyo, the capital of Japan. The city had the bear shot to keep people safe.
Friday, September 25, 2026
Japan discusses new plan for school lessons
On September 25, 2026, a group of experts met in Japan to talk about school lessons. The group is part of the Central Council for Education.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 (Citizens' Holiday)
Awaji council looks at plan to close tourist park
Awaji is a city in Japan. Its city council is looking at a plan to close a tourist park called Awaji World Park ONOKORO.
Friday, September 18, 2026
Tokyo asks experts how to stop litter in the city
Tokyo, the capital of Japan, wants cleaner streets. On August 25, 2026, the governor of Tokyo, Yuriko Koike, asked a group of experts to study the problem of litter in the city.
Thursday, September 17, 2026
A day between two holidays becomes a holiday in Japan
In Japan, a day between two national holidays can become a holiday too. The Cabinet Office, an office of the Japanese government, explains this on its website.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
More than 100,000 people in Japan are 100 or older
Japan now has more than 100,000 people who are 100 years old or older. This is the first time the number has passed 100,000.
Sunday, September 6, 2026
More than 600 local governments in Japan have e-libraries
A Japanese group for companies that make and sell e-books has counted the e-libraries in Japan. The group is called the Electronic Publishing Production and Distribution Council.
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Japan will study animal cafes this year
Japan's Ministry of the Environment is going to study animal cafes. The ministry is the part of the government that takes care of nature and animals.
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Japan holds a big earthquake drill on Disaster Prevention Day
On September 1, the government of Japan held a big earthquake drill. September 1 is Disaster Prevention Day in Japan.