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The Kanagawa Prefectural Police Department has decided to revoke approximately 2,700 cases of traffic violations due to lack of evidence. As a result of this decision, the department will return about...
According to a recent poll, almost eighty percent of Japanese people believe that the level of public security has worsened over the last ten years. Many respondents attribute this sentiment to an inc...
The article discusses Japan's recent streak of good fortune amidst its decades-long economic struggle. It notes that like Australia which saw an end to its lucky run due to issues such as stagnant pro...
Japan said goodbye to its last two giant pandas on January 27 as they were returned from Japan to China. This marks the end of an ongoing tradition since 1972 when diplomatic ties between Tokyo and Be...
A memorial ceremony was held at a high school in Uwajima City, Ehime Prefecture, Japan, commemorating the nine individuals who died in the Ehime Maru incident. About 260 people attended the event to r...
Major automakers, including Honda, are expressing concerns over a potential 'electric vehicle winter' due to the rollback of supportive policies in key markets. This has left the industry facing chall...
The deputy secretary-general of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party, Shinji Inoue, expressed interest in having various political parties participate in a national congress aimed at discussing the...
Japanese economy showed a 0.2% GDP growth for the fourth quarter ending December 2025, marking a two-quarter positive trend but falling short of initial projections. On an annual basis, real GDP for a...
Miyuki Takagi clinched her ninth career Olympic medal and Juri Yoshida earned the gold in women's speed skating; Miho Matsumura grabbed bronze, while Kim Ha-jeong of South Korea took silver. Yurine Na...
A new comprehensive English monograph on Hasui, a prominent 'shin-hanga' (new print) artist, features approximately 400 of his works....
After 12 years with its original steak-and-grill concept, The Peninsula Tokyo's main restaurant has transformed into a modern French establishment under the direction of young chef Yohan Da Costa....
On an unspecified date, a stabbing incident occurred in Osaka resulting in the death of a 17-year-old individual and serious injuries to two other people. A suspect, identified as Ryoga Iwasaki, aged ...
The Japanese Foreign Minister recently met with Prime Minister Mark Rutte of the Netherlands. The meeting focused on discussing ways to provide additional support to Ukraine in terms of humanitarian a...
Japanese authorities including the Financial Services Agency and the Tokyo Stock Exchange are revising the governance code with the goal of stimulating investment for economic growth....
Sanae Takaichi, Japan's first female prime minister, has demonstrated an ability to shape public perception akin to other prominent political figures. Her middle-class background and straightforward c...
CIBC World Markets has reduced its holdings of Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group's shares by 18.1% in the third quarter, as indicated in its most recent SEC Form 13F filing. After selling 100,225 shares...
A middle school in Japan included poems about life in Palestine during its entrance exam. This decision sparked controversy on social media, with some accusing the test of being politically biased and...
In recent Winter Olympics figure skating events, Japan's Yuma Kagiyama matched his silver medal performance from the previous Beijing games. Meanwhile, Kazakhstan's Mikhail Shaidorov secured the men's...
Etsuro Honda, an economic advisor to Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi, believes the Bank of Japan will increase interest rates by 0.25 percentage points 'in the not-so-distant future,' though not duri...
Naoki Tamura, a member of the Bank of Japan (BOJ) who is known for his hawkish stance on monetary policy, has indicated that spring may be an opportune time to consider raising interest rates. This su...
Yuko Yamaguchi, who has been overseeing the design and rise of Hello Kitty since 1980, is stepping down after four decades in charge of the iconic character....
Leading Japanese skater Yuma Kagiyama by 5.09 points, American figure skater Ilia Malinin appears set to achieve a strong performance in the men's competition at the Milano Cortina Games....
Tatsuo Yamasaki, former head of Japan's foreign exchange operations, believes the yen may strengthen due to a clearer policy direction set by Prime Minister Takaichi. He also does not anticipate the U...
An investigation is underway regarding potential improprieties in DNA analysis conducted by a former employee between 2015 and 2024. The National Public Prosecutors Office (NPA) is currently examining...
Japanese authorities have detained a Chinese fishing vessel within Japan's Exclusive Economic Zone near Nagasaki Prefecture, approximately 165 kilometers from the island of Meshima....
Hong Kong residents are choosing South Korea, Japan, Vietnam, and mainland China as their top travel destinations during the upcoming Lunar New Year holiday period. This surge in travel is due to a un...
Japanese automaker Nissan has revised its annual forecast, expecting a net loss of approximately $4.2 billion due to the acceleration of restructuring measures intended to improve profitability....
Shares of The Kansai Electric Power Company, Incorporated (OTCMKTS:KAEPY) surged 1.6% mid-day on Wednesday with a trading high of $8.4750 and last trade at $8.42. Volume traded was down to 958 shares ...
The fraudulent activities at Prudential are linked to its distinctive commission-based remuneration system in Japan. This model is believed to have incentivized certain employees towards unethical beh...
A leadership vote for the opposition party, following the resignation of its former co-leaders due to election losses, will take place on Friday with Takeshi Shina and Junya Ogawa as candidates....
The fish paste industry in Japan is experiencing an increase in product output and sales. Companies are focusing on promoting the health benefits of their products, particularly their high protein con...
The film 'Sai: Disaster' focuses on a shape-shifting murderer. Directed by Yutaro Seki and Kentaro Hirase, the movie emphasizes atmosphere over clarity of motive....
The article discusses the hypothetical situation where Japan might consider breaking its constitutional restrictions on military activities to support Ukraine. It questions whether Japan would alter o...
Akio Toyoda, chairman of Toyota Motor Corporation, will be inducted into the United States Automotive Hall of Fame. This induction makes him the fourth member of the Toyoda family to receive this hono...
Japanese figure skater Kagiyama continues to compete closely with American skater Malinin, having finished as a runner-up to him at the last two Grand Prix Finals....
During the liberation of Manila from Japanese forces during World War II, Manuel 'Toots' Perez identified and cleared out a critical roadblock that was impeding his company's advance. His actions resu...
Following an early exit from their Olympic campaign, the Japanese volleyball team 'Smile Japan' and its coach Yuji Iizuka express concern over European teams improving significantly since Beijing. The...
A Japanese team official complained about the podium at the Milan Olympics, describing it as an 'abrasive and stone-cut substance' that damaged skaters' blades during medal ceremonies....
In recent elections, right-leaning parties and those offering fresh political ideas have gained ground, while traditional opposition parties deemed to be advocating 'same-old' politics have suffered s...
Heavy snowfall across Japan for nearly three weeks has led to at least 46 fatalities and over 550 injuries, according to the Fire and Disaster Management Agency's latest figures....
The article presents seven key stories from SCMP's Asian coverage that have garnered reader interest and illuminate current issues in the region. Key points include a sweeping victory by Japan’s 'Iron...
The upcoming Milano Cortina Winter Olympics is expected to feature many internationally known athletes from both Japan and overseas countries, promising a globally recognized competition....
Jun Miura, Japan’s consul general to Hong Kong, marked Emperor Naruhito’s 66th birthday by noting the consulate's efforts in improving relations between Japan and Hong Kong. However, prominent local o...
A cold air mass is predicted to impact Japan over the weekend, potentially causing travel disruptions and posing challenges for ongoing national elections....
The article highlights the achievements of Aonishiki, a young Ukrainian sumo wrestler, who has broken records with his performance in sumo. The piece emphasizes his maturity and unwavering determinati...
Former Japanese Prime Minister Taro Aso has criticized the long-standing alliance between his Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and opposition party Komeito. The LDP had previously asked its supporters t...
Japan has not yet won any medals at the ongoing Milano Cortina Games but demonstrates competitive prowess against nations just below the top-ranked countries like Canada and the United States....
Discusses how the historical naval engagement during World War II, specifically the sinking of Japan's battleship Yamato by the U.S. Navy on April 7, 1945, showcases the shift from traditional battles...
Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration, Andriy Sybiha, conducted phone discussions with Japan's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Toshimitsu Motegi. The specifics of the...
Recent political campaigns demonstrate the volatility of public support and highlight the importance of understanding where national strength truly stems from outside major metropolitan areas....