Japan PM Sanae Takaichi’s step-grandson enrols in Chinese university amid Tokyo-Beijing row - Bilateral relations between Japan and China hit a roadbump following Takaichi’s pro-Taiwan remarks ... ( read original story ...)
Japan built a flying car for 2028: It flies about as far as you could drive in 15 minutes
SkyDrive eVTOL / Courtesy of SkyDrive" > Japanese eVTOL startup SkyDrive is targeting a 2028 commercial launch for its flying car, priced between $670,000 and $2.68 million — roughly half the cost of ... ( read original story ...)
Easy Japanese news in translation: Golden ‘Fist of the North Star’ statues unveiled in Nagoya
A statue of Kenshiro, the main character of the popular manga "Fist of the North Star," was unveiled on June 3 at Matsuzakaya Nagoya department store ･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Asian Games 2026: Pakistan cricket announces 15-man squad led by Sahibzada Farhan for Aichi-Nagoya; full team and schedule
India, June 10 -- The countdown to the 2026 Asian Games is well underway, and the tournament is already beginning to generate plenty of excitement. Scheduled to take place from September 19 to October ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks drop on heightened Mideast tensions, caution ahead of US CPI
Tokyo stocks fell Wednesday on renewed tensions in the Middle East, with the Nikkei stock index extending losses in the afternoon due ... ( read original story ...)
Japan wholesale inflation accelerates to fastest in 3 years as energy costs spike
By Leika Kihara TOKYO, June 10 (Reuters) - Japan's wholesale inflation accelerated in May at the fastest pace in three years as price pressures from the Middle East war broadened, adding to the case ... ( read original story ...)
H-bomb radiation-exposed boat museum in Tokyo marks 50th anniversary
An exhibition hall featuring a Japanese fishing boat exposed to radiation from a US nuclear test in the Pacific marked the 50th anniversary of its opening on Wednesday. ( read original story ...)
How Tokyo aims to turn retired military equipment into lasting strategic returns
Japan's export of used military gear to partner nations could deliver decades of strategic returns, analysts say. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks drop as fresh US strikes on Iran heighten Mideast tensions
Tokyo stocks fell Wednesday morning, amid heightened tensions in the Middle East as the U.S. military said it had made ... ( read original story ...)
Philippines Plans Sea Border Talks With Japan Amid China Warning
The Philippines intends to pursue talks on maritime borders with Japan despite opposition from Beijing, according to Manila’s Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s 30-Year Bond Sale Draws Weakest Demand Since June 2025
Japan’s 30-year government bond auction drew the weakest demand since June 2025 as a decline in yields dented investor appetite, with concerns over inflation and fiscal policy weighing on sentiment. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Asics to spin off Onitsuka Tiger business
By Mariko Katsumura TOKYO, June 10 (Reuters) - Japan's Asics Corp on Wednesday said it will spin off its high-end Onitsuka Tiger business, a key driver behind four straight years of record profit, in ... ( read original story ...)
Starbucks said to weigh Japan unit options, including a stake sale, Bloomberg News reports
June 9 (Reuters) - Starbucks is considering options for its Japanese business, including a stake sale, following the disposal of a majority interest in its China operations, Bloomberg News reported on ... ( read original story ...)
Bear that caused panic and school closures captured in Japan
The bear sightings had forced the closure of all 94 public primary and middle schools in a city just north of Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Refugees, immigrants in Japan share culture, build understanding at Tokyo festival
TOKYO -- Refugees, immigrants and their supporters shared food, culture and discussions while promoting understanding of the challenges they face in J･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Three women found dead in Sapporo apartment in suspected group suicide
Three women were found dead inside a Sapporo City apartment on Tuesday morning in what police are investigating as a highly probable group suicide ... ( read original story ...)