For over 100 years, the print version of our newspaper has stood as one of America's leading ethnic publications. It is the largest daily bilingual newspaper of its kind. 

Now available to those whose lifestyles demand instantaneous access to the news and information, The Rafu Shimpo enters a new era of journalism while continuing to offer high quality, professional and thorough coverage of news in the Japanese and Asian American communities. 

Our alliances with the Associated Press, Japan's Mainichi News, Jiji Press, Kyodo News Service, and Southern California's City News Service enable us to bring vital information each day to our subscribers. 

In addition, The Rafu Shimpo Online has added features that include favorite articles, photo gallery, recipes, restaurant guide and links to other popular Asian community web sites.

Your input and comments will help us improve our site, so don’t hesitate to call, e-mail or write.

The Rafu Shimpo
138 Onizuka Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Phone: (213) 629 2231
Fax: (213) 687-0737
E-mail:  online@rafu.com (English) onlinejp@rafu.com (Japanese)