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Japan's success in Olympic snowboarding at Milano Cortina has been marked by three gold medals and six total medals. This dominance arises from a combination of government support for winter sports, i...
The article discusses how Japan and South Korea have developed strong shipbuilding industries by utilizing automation and modular designs. It suggests these strategies can be beneficial for the United...
The short interest in Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., trading under OTCMKTS:SHECY, decreased significantly by 32.4% to 188,901 shares as of January 30th from the previous level on January 15th. This indicates...
The traditional security frameworks established between the United States and its allies in Northeast Asia, rooted in the aftermath of the Korean War, are undergoing significant changes. This shift is...
Sanae Takaichi, who supports fiscal expansion and monetary easing, has won an election. This could influence the Bank of Japan (BOJ), which is aiming to normalize its monetary policy by raising intere...
There was an increase in social media posts concerning constitutional reform and national security before the recent election, particularly following predictions of a strong victory for the Liberal De...
Inflation, particularly concerning food prices, is a significant issue influencing voter sentiment ahead of the upcoming election in Japan. A survey conducted by Nikkei reveals that approximately 54% ...
U.S. President Donald Trump has endorsed Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and her ruling bloc for the upcoming Sunday election. He also announced a summit meeting to take place on March 19....
Atomic bomb survivors from Hiroshima and Nagasaki are concerned about the expiration of the New START treaty between the United States and Russia without an extension. This concern arises due to Presi...
India, Japan, and Indonesia have conducted a trilateral naval exercise in the waters near Port Blair on February 13, 2026. The exercise aimed at bolstering joint operational readiness and regional mar...
Following her party's success in the February 8 Lower House election, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has been named as one of the most influential women globally by The Economist. The magazine...
Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Ryutte has expressed his opinion that Ukraine should receive weapons and military equipment exclusively as per the recommendations of NATO countries, aiming to alig...
Japan has detained a Chinese fishing boat and its captain near Nagasaki, leading China to demand the release of the crew. The incident occurred within Japan's exclusive economic zone as the Chinese ve...
The Japanese government has provided five coastal radar systems to the Philippines as part of efforts to strengthen Manila's maritime surveillance capabilities against China's aggressive activities in...
Japanese figure skater Kaori Sakamoto plans to retire after the upcoming Olympics. She aims to skate without any regret and secure a gold medal in her final Olympic appearance....
Japan is considering the creation of its first national strategy specifically for intelligence purposes. This move would signify a significant shift in how Japan approaches and prioritizes strategic i...
US President Donald Trump highlighted an increase in American coal exports during a speech at the Champion of Coal Event in Washington DC, crediting trade deals with Japan, South Korea, and India. He ...
Toyota plans to start selling its first electric vehicle (EV) made in the United States; the model will be an all-electric version of the Highlander SUV and is scheduled for release in North America t...
Australian Scotty James and Japanese defending champion Ayumu Hirano have qualified for the men's snowboard halfpipe final alongside Yuto Totsuka and Ryusei Yamada from Japan. The athletes are set to ...
In Wednesday's Olympics competition for freestyle skiing moguls, Yukiya Tomitaka of Japan scored 78.00 points in her final run, tying with France’s Perrine Laffont on the same score but lost the tiebr...
Japan has expressed its intention to participate in the weapons supply chain established by NATO and the US for Ukraine. This move reflects Japan's continued support and involvement in international s...
According to a report by Tokyo-based human resources provider Mynavi, about 24% of Japanese companies are expected to experience workplace pranks known as 'baito tero.' These incidents involve part-ti...
The Foreign Ministry of China reaffirmed that its policy towards Japan will not be altered by any single election in Japan. China reiterated a strong stance against the erroneous comments made by Toky...
Japan plans to contribute funds towards purchasing non-lethal equipment such as radar systems and body armor for Ukraine through NATO's Partnership for Peace program, while avoiding direct support for...
Japan plans to allocate funds through its Peace and Renaissance (P)rogram, with an unspecified amount dedicated to aiding Ukraine in acquiring military equipment....
Japanese officials are considering participating in a NATO initiative aimed at supporting Ukraine's defense efforts. This move reflects Japan's growing strategic interest and alignment with European s...
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has won an overwhelming election victory, gaining public support for her firm position on China despite Beijing's potential economic reprisals due to her comment...
After securing an unexpected win, Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi faces the challenge of suspending the consumption tax on food items and amending the constitution. These processes are likely to be t...
Following the Liberal Democratic Party's (LDP) election victory in Japan, a U.S. official suggests that this outcome will bolster Takaichi's political standing. This improved position potentially faci...
Japan has announced that it will provide non-lethal military equipment to Ukraine under the auspices of the NATO Partner Interoperability Initiative (NPII) program, aiming to support Ukraine's defense...
U.S.-based Elliott Management Corp has increased its stake in Japanese company Toyota Industries to approximately 7.1%, aiming to prevent a potential buyout of the firm....
Toshiya Fujita, described as a senior member of the criminal organization referred to as the 'Luffy' group, is facing life imprisonment due to involvement in numerous robberies and fraud cases through...
Japanese automaker Toyota has assembled approximately 200 employees dedicated to supporting air taxi company Joby Aviation by providing critical parts and manufacturing expertise....
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi secured an electoral victory that marks a significant shift towards the right in Japanese politics. This change poses challenges for national security as it dive...
Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi and South Korean leaders are expected to affirm and further develop their bilateral relations which have been experiencing improvement....
Japanese authorities have apprehended a Chinese fishing vessel and its skipper off the coast of Nagasaki Prefecture for allegedly disregarding orders to halt within Japan's exclusive economic zone. Th...
Estonia aims to expand its defense industry by fostering partnerships with aligned firms in the Asia-Pacific region. This strategic move seeks to enhance Estonia's defense industrial base....
Japanese cosmetics company Shiseido has reported robust earnings despite facing its most challenging business environment in nearly eight years. The company is focusing on cost-cutting measures, stren...
Japan's new opposition alliance, the Centrist Reform Alliance (CRA), faces an uncertain future following its recent electoral defeat. The CRA is scheduled to elect a new leader as it attempts to regro...
The article explores the similarities and differences between sumo wrestling and American football (NFL). It argues why there will never be an equivalent of a 'yokozuna' (the highest rank in sumo wres...
Japan Post has ceased operations involving approximately 3,333 delivery minivehicles from among a total fleet of around 32,000 such vehicles utilized at about 3,188 post offices throughout Japan for m...
Australia can enhance its involvement with African countries by utilizing the Quad partnership without drastically increasing aid or diplomatic presence. This initiative would involve collaboration be...
Junya Ogawa has been elected as the new leader of the Japanese Centrist Reform Alliance (CRA). As a former lawmaker from the Democratic Party, Ogawa's main focus will be on fortifying the party’s inst...
Japanese mobile payments service PayPay has filed for an initial public offering (IPO) on the NASDAQ exchange in the United States, marking its ambition to expand further into the American market....
As of December, SoftBank's investment in OpenAI has resulted in an estimated $19.8 billion in gains....
Recent media reports indicate that China has ordered state-owned banks to further reduce their holdings of US Treasuries as part of a long-term strategy to diversify its foreign exchange reserves. Ame...
Following Japanese leader Sanae Takaichi's controversial comments on Taiwan, China organized a rare meeting with Southeast Asian envoys to garner regional support against Japan. However, this initiati...
President Donald Trump announced that Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will visit the White House on March 19th ahead of her anticipated win in upcoming snap elections. He commended her leadershi...
In 2025, 337 police officers in Japan were disciplined, marking the first year-over-year increase after three years of decline and setting a ten-year record for such actions against law enforcement of...
Japan has established a national record at the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics with 18 medals. Currently, they are close to securing more than this number as they have already bagged 15 medals after just...