Headline news for September 5, 2025
The classic action film ' Drunken Master, ' starring Jackie Chan, will be available for free on YouTube's Cinephile WOWOW Plus channel from 9:00 PM on Friday, September 5, 2025. The dubbed version will feature voice actors Hiroya Ishimaru as Jackie Chan, Takeshi Aono as the master Yuen Hsiao-tian, Tsutomu Isobe as the assassin Wong Cheng-li, and Yu Mizushima as the assistant master Dean Shek.
Fast forward to now, and the film 'The Karate Kid: Legends,' in which Jackie Chan is now a teacher, will be released on Friday, August 29, 2025. Comparing this to the original, you'll get a real sense that Jackie is now passing on what he learned as his apprentice.
Jackie Chan sang, took handprints and talked about his love for movies in the movie 'The Karate Kid: Legends' stage greeting report - GIGAZINE
By the way, we published the following article on the same day in the same month in the past.
An asteroid entering the atmosphere was witnessed by many people, the ninth time in human history that it was discovered in advance - GIGAZINE
Meta concludes that the slogan 'From the River to the Sea,' also used in the Palestinian liberation movement, 'may not be considered hate speech' - GIGAZINE
Elon Musk deleted an interview video containing pro-Nazi statements claiming the Nazi genocide of Jews was accidental after spreading it - GIGAZINE
Human olfactory sense is more sensitive than you might think, and it's possible to 'track odors' and 'improve tracking ability through training' - GIGAZINE
The 'freedom' of the digital world is gradually being lost, and we may be heading towards a worst-case scenario where 'DRM is mandatory,' 'VPNs are illegal,' and 'government intervention in app updates' - GIGAZINE
China to regulate 'digital humans' using virtual avatars such as Vtubers - GIGAZINE
On a hot day, the manufacturer remotely locked the temperature setting of the air conditioner - GIGAZINE
The mysterious mystery of ants is revealed: 'When a worker ant wins the battle for succession and becomes a queen ant, its lifespan increases five times' - GIGAZINE
Muscles will quickly lose strength if you don't use them.
How to maintain strength? - GIGAZINE
A bat that will definitely become a home run if it hits with 'explosive hitting power' is finally invented, what is its power? - GIGAZINE
Google thinks URLs should be eliminated to make the web safer - GIGAZINE
I took a ride on the comfortable night bus 'Dream Sleeper' that connects Tokyo and Osaka in a completely private room - GIGAZINE
◆ Material (notes and other miscellaneous items)
VR Girlfriend Requiem - Niconico Video
I was secretly drawing in the computer room when someone asked me, 'Are you drawing?' and I thought, 'Wow, they saw me...' but then a guy from the manga club who was nearby came over and said, 'Let me see!'
— Ukita Milk 🍼🐮❄ (@UkitaMilk) September 4, 2025
When I showed it to him and said, 'Um, yeah...' he said something like Luffy, 'I love this picture! Anyone who draws pictures is a friend!' and I almost cried.
Something that happens when you ride a local bus
— Wakana Hori (@hori__wakana) September 4, 2025
There are many seats in the back that are difficult to find a place to put your feet pic.twitter.com/u00ObQk0D5
A message from Soichiro Hoshi to everyone.
— McDonald's (@McDonaldsJapan) September 5, 2025
2025.9.5 17:30 Release!! pic.twitter.com/15FkzduTmv
If they're being criticized for starting Idolmaster through stuffed animal activities, what will happen to those of us who got into it through Home Haruka, Kikkawa Koji, and Hotei Tomoyasu?
— 🌿Academic Idolmaster Joint Vol.2 Contributors Wanted! (@kusa_gomi) September 4, 2025
◆Science (science, learning, technology)
US government pressure on Harvard University to face database crisis over Nobel Prize-winning fly research: Asahi Shimbun
World's largest iceberg, A23a, breaks into several huge chunks - CNN.co.jp
◆ Society, politics, and economy (incidents, world news, business)
Yodobashi Camera to be advised against violation of subcontracting law, unfairly reducing prices for private label products to suppliers - Japan Fair Trade Commission: Jiji.com
Implementing The United States–Japan Agreement – The White House
Trump signs executive order to lower auto tariffs to 15%; Akazawa signs document on investment agreement between Japan and the U.S. [Details] | NHK | Tariffs
Tariffs on Japanese cars to be reduced to 15% within two weeks, Presidential order signed - Rice purchases to be increased by 75%, reflecting Japan-US agreement: Jiji.com
Don Quijote is facing a wave of troubles involving foreign tourists, including 'running away without paying' and 'eating before paying.' Despite the company's efforts to understand the situation, it seems unable to take any action. | Weekly Women's PRIME
Reading politics: 'It's like paying for membership': 35% of party income comes from dues, with regular members paying 1,000 yen a month | Mainichi Shimbun
Trump to rename Department of Defense 'Department of War' White House Photos 4 International News: AFPBB News
Afghanistan earthquake kills more than 2,200 people, highest death toll in decades - 3 photos International News: AFPBB News
Prime Minister Ishiba seriously considers dissolving the House of Representatives, but obstacles to realization... Countermeasures against 'staying in office' criticism narrow: Yomiuri Shimbun
Happiness Realization Party-endorsed city council member becomes first female speaker of Morioka City Council [Iwate Prefecture]: Asahi Shimbun
US vaccine policy in disarray, fears of COVID-19 resurgence as Health and Human Services Secretary says vaccinations are ineffective - Nikkei
'Body mix-ups' at funeral companies: Even after cremation, what happened at the scene? - Nikkei
[Video] Japan Transport Safety Board to investigate Joetsu Line steam locomotive D51 derailment - preserved in working order under nickname 'Degoichi' - Sankei News
'How long will he continue to act like a kingmaker?' Taro Aso (84) openly calls for an early presidential election, but calls for his own retirement... His gaffes make him even more disliked than Prime Minister Ishiba | Josei Jishin
[Breaking News] LDP's Obuchi Conveys His Intention to Resign to Prime Minister | 47NEWS
Family frustrated by police inaction after daughter disappears, despite 'persuasive evidence' [Kanagawa Prefecture]: Asahi Shimbun
The LDP is excited by the 'Ishiba ouster' that public opinion doesn't want... How much Japanese politics will change depending on the next election | Newsweek Japan Official Site
Communist Party supporters protest against facility rental for party rally in Sakai city, saying 'There is no reason to refuse as it does not violate ordinances' - Sankei News
Three credit card companies consider imposing fees on visitors to Japan, aiming to resolve the problem of 'big harvest, poor harvest' as deficits grow - Nikkei
Xi Jinping and Putin discuss the possibility of living to 150 - CNN.co.jp
Six LDP veterans call for Prime Minister Ishiba to voluntarily resign, agree to bring forward party presidential election | Mainichi Shimbun
Israeli Defense Minister announces that the Houthis will be hit with the '10 plagues' of the Old Testament, including the killing of all firstborns. 1 photo International News: AFPBB News
Six arrested on suspicion of robbery and assault after being invited on a date to enjoy a night view | Mainichi Shimbun
Former Unification Church president prepares powerful legal team; former presidential secretary resigns in 5 days | Mainichi Shimbun
Investigative committee finds cause of large-scale collapse in Yashio, Saitama, 'caused by sewer pipe corrosion caused by hydrogen sulfide' | NHK | Saitama Prefecture
Gusts of wind likely hit central Shizuoka Prefecture, Social Affairs Department Disaster Desk Commentary [Video] | NHK | Shizuoka Prefecture
Former Kishiwada Mayor Arrested for Suspicion of Leaking Bidding Information... Lost His Job After Two No-Confidence Votes Over Women's Issues: Yomiuri Shimbun
Florida scraps vaccine mandates, even for school enrollment - CNN.co.jp
National Police Agency Commissioner General feels a sense of crisis over series of serious scandals, says 'organizational discipline may be lax' at emergency chief meeting: Yomiuri Shimbun
Justice Department considers banning transgender people from owning guns, experts say fear it could strip away constitutional rights - CNN.co.jp
Sosa City, Chiba Prefecture: Tsunami evacuation tower unusable after 10 years... Residents say it's terrible that it's gone so quickly: Yomiuri Shimbun
President Trump to rename the Department of Defense 'Department of War' - government official | Reuters
President Trump signs executive order renaming Department of Defense to 'Department of War' on the 5th - CNN.co.jp
JAL's Captain Breaks Drinking Rules Again - Nikkei
◆ Lifestyle (life, living, health)
He was unable to walk on his own while descending the mountain, was rescued by helicopter, and rushed to hospital due to heat stroke and dehydration. The account makes people wonder, 'Even mountain professionals like this can suffer like this?' - Togetter
🌙 No need to worry about getting to the airport late at night or early in the morning! Late-night buses have resumed 🚍 The late-night bus service on the 'Kansai Airport Izumisano Line,' connecting #KIX with Rinku Town and Izumisano Station, has resumed from August 26th ✈✨
— Kansai Airport/Osaka Airport/Kobe Airport [Official] (@KIX_ITAMI_KOBE) September 3, 2025
📌For more information, please visit the official website ✅ https://t.co/AqaBPa9fsB
*Payment is only accepted by transportation IC cards, and charging is not possible on board. pic.twitter.com/wXELMm67KP
I really think so ④ https://t.co/036JvJXGGR
— Association for the Preservation of Yoichi Station (@JrJr47919919) September 4, 2025
Even if you want to dye your hair olive beige for a translucent look, it will take on a yellowish tinge typical of Asians in seconds, and after two days it will turn into a dirty light brown hair like a granny from the Heisei era. - Togetter [Togatter]
I think there are many reasons why I don't feel stressed at the Expo, such as the customer demographic and literacy, but above all, it's because there are no people pulling suitcases - Togetter [Togatter]
After copying my health insurance card at a convenience store, I thought to myself, 'This is the kind of time I lose it,' but when I opened the copy machine, my health insurance card was gone. I panicked and asked the store clerk to show it on the security camera, but... - Togetter
Kanagawa Prefectural Police Search for Stolen Car, Returned Safely After Unauthorized Sale - More Stolen Cars Revealed - Togetter
Common questions asked in developing countries: Are you married? Do you like the women of this country? You should get married? At what age do Japanese people get married?
When I reported a real estate agent engaging in illegal activities to the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's consultation center, I was told, 'Don't call me every time.' → Complaints about real estate agents should be reported to the Real Estate Association and licensing authorities - Togetter [Togatter]
Regardless of sexual preference or gender identity, it would be nice if boys who like dolls or want to get their nails done, or girls who don't like skirts, could say that it's one of their preferences - Togetter [Togatter]
When a cafe staff member says 'ICOCA, please,' the staff member doesn't understand and starts a seminar on transportation money in the background. Customers who say 'transportation' are gods. - Togetter
Why are middle-aged people reluctant to tuck in their T-shirts? Researcher Takahata Kuwana talks about the history of T-shirts in Japan | Real Sound | Real Sound Book
The Soya Line's Horonobe-Wakkanai section, which has been suspended due to the record-breaking heavy rains on August 26, is expected to see completion of restoration work, and a date for the resumption of service has been set.
— JR Hokkaido Train Operation Information [Official] (@jrhokkaido_info) September 4, 2025
September 9th: Only the Sarobetsu Express No. 3 bound for Wakkanai, departing Asahikawa at 20:06, will operate (substitute buses will operate until September 9th)
Normal service will be operated from the first train on September 10th
For more details, please visit: https://t.co/kdw2tkYzlg
(Akiba Reporting Team) Parts of Akihabara are experiencing a power outage. Tsukumo Computer Main Store is completely dark.pic.twitter.com/WSPlNq686X
— Hermitage Akihabara Editorial Department (@hermita_akiba) September 5, 2025
Akihabara power outage incident m(._.)m pic.twitter.com/ECmSTF5kXp
— akibajunks (@akibajunks) September 5, 2025
I've been working in Akihabara for 15 years and this was my first experience of a power outage...
— Akihabara Final Disposal Site. (@akihabalast) September 5, 2025
Therefore, we will be temporarily closed until the facility is restored and safety can be ensured. #akiba pic.twitter.com/3s1n54A8qE
Laox is not experiencing a power outage, but Onoden across the street is experiencing one. I wonder if this is the boundary between the Akihabara power outages.pic.twitter.com/hoSy5juCA8
— Machiya (@exp_machiya) September 5, 2025
◆IT/Gadgets (Internet, software, hardware, mobile)
Difference between Imagen 4 and Gemini 2.5 Flash Image (Nano Banana) [Imagen 4 vs Nano Banana] #ChatGPT - Qiita
Gemini's compositing capabilities are so impressive that people are creating unlimited fake images of bears in urban areas. With some careful editing, they're virtually indistinguishable. - Togetter
'This report is a Wikipedia ripoff, so I can't accept it.' 'I wrote that Wikipedia.' That was a pretty strong response, and the professor apparently looked at him with a 'This guy is crazy' look. - Togetter
Foreigners: 'I'll show you how to use the latest Google Image AI!': Reactions from around the world @Reactions from overseas
If you're not trusted as an engineer, you'll watch from afar as 'your product won't pass review at all' ← It's not healthy as a quality check, but it's a common 'negative loop' that's so painful - Togetter [Togatter]
AI Product Procurement Strategy to Accelerate Productivity Improvement | BLOG - DeNA Engineering
Central Council for Education to revise curriculum guidelines, emphasizing generative AI and diverse learning | NHK | Education
Simplify your modal UI! The ever-evolving HTML dialog element - ICS MEDIA
I used Even G1 for a month | Naoki | Den Den Neko Neko
◆Anime, games, manga (subculture)
That's definitely him #UmaMusumepic.twitter.com /lX940nj7RH
— Osho (@oshowsn) September 4, 2025
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— Early Spring 📝holoAN (@harusakinodoka) September 5, 2025
I, Harusaki Nodoka, will be leaving Hololive Production at the end of September.
To all the wonderful talents and staff,
The smiles and excitement that everyone who supports Hololive Production has given me are treasures in my life.
Thank you so much for the past four years since I joined the company as a new graduate...! pic.twitter.com/CiEPqhd2R4
There are people stronger than me gathered here!
— Street Fighter (@StreetFighterJA) September 4, 2025
The Street Fighter movie is officially in production with @legendary ! Congratulations!
Please follow @Street_Fighter .
— Takayuki Nakayama pic.twitter.com/Chp6Mikvt3
Movie version 'Chainsaw Man Reze' TV CM [Teaser] Released on 9/19 (Fri) - YouTube
TV anime 'Assassination Classroom' 1st season rebroadcast non-credit ending video E class 30 people version │ ♪ New ending theme: Atarayo 'Tsuki no Fune' - YouTube
Main video 'Entrance to Wonderland' | The animated film 'Alice in Wonderland -Dive in Wonderland-' is now a huge hit! - YouTube
Main video 'Meeting Alice' | The animated film 'Alice in Wonderland -Dive in Wonderland-' is now a huge hit! - YouTube
Main video 'Rise's Daily Life' | The animated film 'Alice in Wonderland -Dive in Wonderland-' is now a huge hit! - YouTube
[Turkey!] 'Summer Residence' Special PV - YouTube
TV anime 'Madou Seihei no Slave 2' first PV | Broadcast starts in January 2026 - YouTube
TV anime 'One Day, I Became a Princess' teaser PV | Pre-release on terrestrial TV from Sunday, September 28, 2025, and TV broadcast from Wednesday, October 1! - YouTube
Fallout 76 - 'CAMP Revamp' Launch Trailer - YouTube
Additional content introduction #Trails in the Sky the 1st - YouTube
PS5® Packaged Version 'Truck Driver' Gold Edition Trailer - YouTube
'Ghost of Yōtei' Gameplay Trailer-YouTube
'Ghost of Yōtei' 'Gun' gameplay footage - YouTube
Elderly expert 'Korou' character trailer | 'Towa and the Sacred Tree's Prayer Children' - YouTube
'Ghost of Yōtei' 'Odachi' gameplay video - YouTube
'DAEMON X MACHINA TITANIC SCION' launch trailer-YouTube
'Sulfur' - Demo Release Trailer | PS5® Games - YouTube
'Zenshin Machine Girl' 2nd trailer-YouTube
NTE: Neverness to Everness wishlist now open | PS5®Games - YouTube
In Freiren, the hero and the priest are really good people and the demons are really bad people, which is refreshing, but my mother, who is not familiar with this kind of contrarian otaku culture, muttered, 'Isn't this just a normal story?', which made an impression on me. - Togetter [Togatter]
Is it possible to write street snap articles in VRChat? | GANTAN.writing
Video of cutting ingrown nails pic.twitter.com/VHjBkpyfGR
— Kawajiri Kodama (@kakeakami) September 5, 2025
Why Ave Mujica is Unpopular in China: A Marxist Anime Criticism | Ei-chan, Living in Shanghai
Lightning and Naheeda https://t.co/wPXQXxdFHj pic.twitter.com/FZz1VZ0BUz
— Delicious Sasa Tea* (@oishiisasa) September 5, 2025
— 𝐴𝑣𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑎𝑑𝑜𝑟 (@aventador_770_4) September 5, 2025
564on564 pic.twitter.com/SPVX7tfD4T
— Koutaross ω (@hagukoutaross) September 5, 2025
◆Sports, entertainment, music, movies (entertainment)
32-year-old man re-arrested for allegedly hijacking 'Einstein' Naoki Inada's Instagram account: Yomiuri Shimbun
A 32-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of hijacking the Instagram accounts of 70 people, including Einstein's Naoki Inada. The man himself, who was accused of sexual assault last year, issued a statement saying, 'It was really a hijacking.' - Togetter
When he came to our YouTube channel and mentioned this incident, he was vague and said, 'We're currently investigating, and there's also the other party involved... I didn't do it, though...' so I assumed he was guilty! I'm sorry!! Mr. Inada was a truly kind man who was able to think about the other party in that situation!! If you had even the slightest doubt, confess here!! https://t.co/GYHTx5FOz2
— Onikoshi Tomahawk Kin-chan (@kinno06) September 5, 2025
Yankees manager Boone points out tampering allegations against Astros player's bat, but Astros player denies it, saying 'paint peels easily.' Bats to be inspected - Sponichi Sponichi Annex Baseball
'The manuscript fee for a movie magazine was 10,000 yen for 3.5 pages of 400 characters. I was shocked at how cheap it was. I'll never write for them again.' → Stories emerge one after another about how the manuscript fees for other magazines are even cheaper - posfie
Singer Yukio Hashi dies at age 82, famed for hits including 'Always Dream' | NHK | Entertainment
◆New products (clothing, food, housing)
Lawson Co., Ltd. has jointly developed MUJI's popular 'Irregular Baumkuchen' and is releasing 'Irregular Baumkuchen Bran & Chocolate' and 'Irregular Baumkuchen Bran & Cheese' products | Lawson Official Website
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