However, the term “IT” has many meanings. This field and the type of information required are different for each person. Therefore, in this article, we will introduce IT-related news and information sites by dividing them into the following four types.
- IT-related general information site
- Gadget information sites
- Web marketing and business information sites
- Web production information sites
If you want to get a lot of the latest technology information, here is a comprehensive list.
“ITmedia” is a well-known comprehensive IT information portal.
Since it is categorized by each area such as “mobile”, “marketing”, and “business”, you can easily search for information on the genre you want.
“ITmedia” is operated by ITmedia, the same company that runs “@IT ” and ” Netorabo“. It is recommended for those who want to catch up on a lot of information, as it has a large amount of information and a wider range of genres than other sites.
Operated by | |
Member Registration | Yes |
Member-only service | Mail magazine, update notification |
mobile app | Yes |
TechCrunch is an American blogging site.
It posts the latest technology news from around the world in real-time, with a focus on IT startups and web-related topics.
It covers a wide range of topics from trends in large companies to information on startups.
Operated by | |
Member Registration | Nothing |
Member-only service | Nothing |
mobile app | Available *English version only (as of December 2018) |
“TechFeed” is a curation service specializing in IT.
It features a sleek UI that allows you to display only categories of topics that interest you.
The “AI/Big Data,” “VR/AR,” and “FinTech” categories are well-developed and always contain cutting-edge information. This site is recommended for those who want to keep up with the latest technology.
Operated by | |
Member Registration | Yes |
Member-only service | E-mail notification, application cooperation |
mobile app | Yes |
“TECHABLE” is a news site that publishes trends of foreign and domestic venture companies. It features detailed information on startup company trends.
The site has a wide range of interviews, and you can catch up on information on mobile, marketing, social media, and more.
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Member Registration | Nothing |
Member-only service | Nothing |
mobile app | Nothing |
“CNET Japan” is a news media that deals with technology and business information from Japan and abroad.
The top categories are “real estate,” “healthcare,” “education,” and “finance,” all of which are attracting attention for their innovation through integration with IT technology.
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Member Registration | Nothing |
Member-only service | Nothing |
mobile app | Nothing |
Gigazine is a trusted and proven IT information site with a monthly PV of nearly 100 million.
In addition to IT technology, we also cover a wide range of topics related to IT such as space, biotechnology, games, and entertainment.
There are many articles that use a lot of images. The secret to its popularity is the articles that are not boring while digging deep.
Operated by | |
Member Registration | Yes (paid membership) |
Member-only service | Hide ads, expand search function, bookmark function, etc. (Reference: GIGAZINE ) |
mobile app | Nothing |
“ASCII.jp” is an IT information site that deals with general IT topics. Tabs are displayed separately for each manufacturer and brand. ASCII.jp is particularly strong in topics related to PCs, smartphones, and tablet devices, as well as entertainment-oriented topics.
Smartphone-related information is also available on its sister site, Weekly ASCII.
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Member Registration | Yes (paid membership) |
Member-only service | All-you-can-read back numbers and archives, exclusive content, etc. (Reference: ¥ASCII.jp ) |
mobile app | Available (Weekly ASCII) |
“GIZMODO” is one of the largest comprehensive gadget and technology websites in Japan.
It presents the latest topics in an interesting and soft manner.
While the focus is on articles that introduce information about gadgets from a unique perspective, we also cover a wide range of related technologies such as science, entertainment, and design.
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Member Registration | Nothing |
Member-only service | Nothing |
mobile app | Nothing |
“Engadget” is a gadget-specific media from the United States.
While “ASCIi.jp” and “GIZMODO” are “comprehensive media that are strong in gadgets”, “Engadget” is a site that specializes in gadgets, as its name suggests.
It has a full lineup of Japan-specific serial articles and reviews and carries a great deal of maniacal information.
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Member Registration | Nothing |
Member-only service | Nothing |
mobile app | Nothing |
“RBB TODAY” is a site that gathers information on smartphones and gadgets in Japan. It has a particularly rich collection of smartphone-related topics.
A noteworthy is a page called “SPEED TEST”. In addition to measuring the communication speed of the line you are currently using, there is a page that lists the terminal, line, and prefecture with the fastest communication speed. In addition, there are columns and special features dedicated to the topic of communication speed, so if you are interested, please visit once.
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Member Registration | Nothing |
Member-only service | Nothing |
mobile app | Nothing |
The following are sites for those who want to know practical information on Web and IT-related topics. Use them in your marketing and business practices.
“SELECK” is a media site that compiles “case studies from the field.
The site takes the form of interview articles on “how each company solved their problems,” and is characterized by the ability to gather information in the form of case studies.
You can learn how to use the tools for each department, such as development, marketing, sales, and back office.
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Member Registration | Nothing |
Member-only service | Nothing |
mobile app | Nothing |
“Webmaster Forum” is a must-see site for anyone involved in web-related information. The site offers a wide range of content, from site creation to SEO, UI/UX, marketing strategies, and more, with a particularly strong focus on Web marketing.
Impress Inc., which operates Impress, operates multifaceted media such as ” Impress Watch “, a comprehensive information media, and ” PC Watch “, a media specializing in PC-related information.
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Member Registration | Nothing |
Member-only service | Nothing |
mobile app | Nothing |
MarkeZine is a media site operated by Shoeisha, a technical book publisher. MarkeZine provides a wealth of information related to digital marketing.
The site offers menus on “marketing platforms” and “data-driven,” and is recommended for those who want to touch on topics that go beyond the technical aspects.
Operated by | |
Member Registration | Yes |
Member-only service | E-mail magazine, event information, exclusive article publication, book purchase |
mobile app | Nothing |
“Ferret” is a media specializing in web marketing know-how and trends.
It is full of practical content and case studies that can be used immediately.
There are free web marketing courses, materials, and other must-see content for web marketers available on the site. (Registration is required to use this site.)
Operated by | |
Member Registration | Yes |
Member-only service | Limited article publication, material download, article storage |
mobile app | Nothing |
If you are an engineer or creator in the Web or IT industry, or if you want to be active in the industry, please take a look at these sites.
“POSTD” is a media for programming engineers.
It introduces mainly Hacker News and other topics that are popular overseas, translated into Japanese.
The level of content of the articles is higher than that of news sites, and the volume is large. So, it is recommended for engineers who want to grow through exposure to more in-depth content.
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Member Registration | Nothing |
Member-only service | Nothing |
mobile app | Nothing |
“gechs magazine” is a website that provides a lot of information for IT and Web engineers who are working as freelancers or thinking about becoming freelancers. The site features interviews with people who are actually active as freelancers.
In addition to technical topics, there are also contents such as “work techniques” and “study sessions / event reports”, so it is a site that is useful for those who are not thinking about freelancing.
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Member Registration | Yes |
Member-only service | Save article, email notification |
mobile app | Nothing |
CodeZine, like MarkeZine, is a web magazine for developers run by Shoeisha.
The main feature is that the theme is divided for each programming language. Many latest information news and know-how articles related to development languages and development environments are posted. It is a site that collects only useful information at the development site.
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Member Registration | Yes |
Member-only service | E-mail magazine, event information, exclusive article publication, book purchase |
mobile app | Nothing |
“UX Milk” is a web production media that focuses on UX-related topics.
It is a collection of high-quality translated articles and domestic interview articles.
The site holds events for UX designers and is recommended for those who are actually working as UX designers as well as those who want to become UX designers.
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Member Registration | Nothing |
Member-only service | Nothing |
mobile app | Nothing |
“CREIVE” is a website that collects web production-related know-how. The site features mainly articles useful for design, including introductions to fonts and gallery sites.
The site also includes articles explaining HTML and CSS, as well as topics related to SEO, and other practical points.
Operated by | Kaz Hozmi ( @hozmii ) |
Member Registration | Nothing |
Member-only service | Nothing |
mobile app | Nothing |
“Workship MAGAZINE” is a web magazine that introduces a lot of information to IT professionals.
Divided into four categories, “BUSINESS,” “DESIGNER,” “ENGINEER,” and “MARKETING,” each provides practical technical content and information for freelancers.
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Member Registration | Nothing |
Member-only service | Nothing |
mobile app | Nothing |
Some sites are comprehensive, while others focus on specific needs. Use the site that best suits the information you want and stays up to date on the latest technology trends.
