Japan and South Korea encounter 25% tariff as Trump intensifies trade conflict
Japan and South Korea face 25% tariff as Trump extends negotiation deadline to August 1.
Japan executes "Twitter killer" in first use of death penalty since 2022
The hanging of Takahiro Shiraishi marks the country's return to capital punishment after a pause of several years.
Trump likens Iran strike to Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings
"It ended the war," he says.
Japan urges calm after United States strikes on Iran
Japan highlights the importance of dialogue amid United States and Israeli military actions.
Japan leaves G7 without tariff relief as Ishiba faces rising pressure
Prime Minister Ishiba fails to sway Trump on auto tariffs, casting shadows over his leadership ahead of key elections.
G7 backs Israel and identifies Iran as regional instability source
Leaders call for de-escalation amid rising tensions after recent air strikes.
G7 summit overshadowed by Israel-Iran conflict
United States President Donald Trump leaves early as tensions rise and ceasefire efforts intensify.
G7 leaders gather in Canada to address the Israel-Iran conflict
Summit in Canada opens with urgent calls to prevent further regional destabilisation.
Japan's ispace lunar lander crashes again
Second failed attempt highlights the challenges of private moon exploration.
Australia steps up regional defence talks with US and Japan
Richard Marles to attend first trilateral meeting since elections and Trump's return to office.
Japan reaffirms support for lunar missions amid NASA budget cuts
Japan's space agency pledges continued cooperation on lunar missions amid US funding reductions.
China reaches out to Japan to counter US tariffs
Beijing reaches out to Tokyo amid growing trade pressure from Washington.
Trump puts troop costs on the table in trade talks with Asia
By tying US military spending to tariffs, Trump reopens a sensitive front with Tokyo and Seoul.
Trump takes the driver's seat in Japan-United States trade talks
Surprise appearance raises the stakes as negotiations expand beyond tariffs.
Japanese video game giants hit hard by Trump's tariffs: Sony, Nintendo, and Bandai suffer the most
The latest fiscal year sees Japanese video game companies suffer heavy stock drops as Trump's tariffs take their toll.
Japan secures $216 million deal for missiles
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to strengthen Japan's defence by 2032.
Japan braces for economic disaster and loss of life from potential megaquake off Pacific coast
Which could result in $1.8 trillion in damages and claim the lives of 300,000 individuals.
Italy considers Japanese aircraft for maritime patrol
Italy eyes Kawasaki P-1 to strengthen its anti-submarine capabilities in the Mediterranean.
Japan prepares evacuation plan for 100,000 civilians amid Taiwan conflict fears
Contingency plan for civilian safety in the event of escalating conflict with China.
China, Japan, and South Korea seek common ground amid global shifts
Trilateral meeting in Tokyo focuses on security, trade, and regional cooperation.
G7 ministers converge in Quebec amid tariff disputes and fractured alliances
Once-sturdy partnerships fray over trade wars and Russia's shadow, 51st State jabs deepen the chill.
Japan's birth rate hits historic low in 2024
Despite government efforts, Japan's population decline continues.
Trump pushes for United States gas to reshape Asia's energy landscape
The United States president is seeking to increase LNG exports to Asia, with Japan at the forefront of the strategy.
North Korea rejects denuclearisation efforts as outdated and absurd
Pyongyang dismisses pledge by United States, South Korea, and Japan.
Trump prepares reciprocal tariffs, raising global trade war concerns
The United States will move forward with new duties on trade partners as inflation concerns grow.
Japan requests exemption from United States tariff hike on steel and aluminium
Tokyo seeks to avoid new 25% tariffs imposed by Donald Trump's administration.
