Heavy rains continue to hit Japan, suspending some trains
Some 7,000 households in the eastern and western regions were left without power
Toyota debuts hydrogen-fueled Corolla race car as auto racing begins shift away from gas guzzlers
Toyota debuts hydrogen-fueled Corolla race car as auto racing begins shift away from gas guzzlers
Japan puts missile defences on alert as North Korea warns of satellite launch
The nuclear-armed North says it has completed its first military spy satellite
Japan's jobless rate falls to 2.6% in April
The table of the jobless data can be seen on Japanese internal affairs ministry's website
Japan, US to issue statement on chip cooperation – Yomiuri
The plan would include joint Japan-U.S. roadmap for development of next-generation semiconductors
Biden and McCarthy to meet on Monday as debt talks resume
Biden and McCarthy to meet on Monday as debt talks resume
Australian PM backs G7 on 'de-risking' trade with China
China, firmly opposing the G7 statement, has complained to summit organiser Japan
South Korea's Yoon thanks Japan's Kishida for his efforts to mend ties
The bilateral meeting on Sunday marks the third between the two leaders this year
China complains to G7 host Japan over joint statement
China complains to G7 host Japan over joint statement
Biden to meet Zelenskiy, South Korea and Japan today
The countries will also discuss the economic "coercion" they face from China
Japan's Toyota discloses improper crash tests at Daihatsu subsidiary
Japan’s Toyota discloses improper crash tests at Daihatsu subsidiary
Biden aims to reassure world on US debt standoff as he consults with Indo-Pacific leaders
Biden aims to reassure world on US debt standoff as he consults with Indo-Pacific leaders
Micron to invest $3.7 billion in Japan for new DRAM chips
Japan is striving to reinvigorate chip sector its global market share fell to 10% from 50% in 1980's
Not enough resources for EVs to be only cleaner car option, Toyota says
Not enough resources for EVs to be only cleaner car option, Toyota says
Japan PM Kishida to meet executives from top chip firms –sources
Kishida will also ask those companies to develop closer cooperation with Japanese firms
Panasonic sees record profit on robust battery demand, U.S. tax credit
Panasonic sees record profit on robust battery demand, U.S. tax credit
Earthquake of magnitude of 6.3 hits western Japan, no tsunami warning
No tsunami warning was issued after the quake
Astellas Pharma buys Iveric Bio for $5.9 billion
The acquisition price is a 22% premium to IVERIC's $32.89 closing price on April 28.
G7 should adopt 'risk-based' AI regulation, ministers say
G7 should adopt 'risk-based' AI regulation, ministers say
Japan to invite emerging nations to G7 finance leaders' meeting
Japan is chair of this year's meeting of G7 advanced economies
Japan's Honda, GS Yuasa to invest $3 bln for battery development, build plant -Nikkei
Japan's Honda, GS Yuasa to invest $3 bln for battery development, build plant -Nikkei
Suspect in Japan PM attack may have had election grudge
Suspect in Japan PM attack may have had election grudge
Japan's prime minister vows to do utmost to ensure safety during G7 summit
The statement came after an attack on PM’s political programme
Japan PM Kishida evacuated unhurt after explosion at speech
The incident occurred at the Saikazaki fishing harbour in Wakayama prefecture
New BOJ head says banks stable, rules out major policy shift
New BOJ head says banks stable, rules out major policy shift
Debris found in search for Japanse army copter with 10 crew
Only an unused lifeboat whose serial number matched that of the missing helicopter was found
US, South Korea, Japan express concern over N.Korea's 'malicious' cyber activities - joint statement
South Korea, US and Japan met this week and condemned the isolated country's weapons tests.
Japan searching for 10 people aboard crashed military helicopter
Japan searching for 10 people aboard crashed military helicopter
Japan PM Kishida to meet Zelensky in surprise Kyiv visit
Kishida is the last G7 leader to visit the war-torn country.
Japan announces $75 bln new plan to counter China in Indo-Pacific
Japan announces $75 bln new plan to counter China in Indo-Pacific
Japan PM Kishida, India's Modi set to strengthen cooperation, Kishida says
Japan PM Kishida, India's Modi set to strengthen cooperation, Kishida says
Japan, S. Korea summit must overcome history to renew ties
Japan, S. Korea summit must overcome history to renew ties
Fukushima disaster: Japan marks 12 years since tsunami as support grows for nuclear power
Fukushima disaster: Japan marks 12 years since tsunami as support grows for nuclear power
South Korea's Yoon to visit Japan next week
Visit is aimed at easing diplomatic strains over Japan's wartime atrocities
Japan's economy barely grew in Q4, weak consumption raises policy challenge
Japan's economy barely grew in Q4, weak consumption raises policy challenge
Three arrested in Japan for 'sushi terrorism' pranks
Three arrested in Japan for 'sushi terrorism' pranks
China, Japan square off at first security talks in four years
China, Japan square off at first security talks in four years
The controversial plan to release Fukushima plant's wastewater
Japanese diplomats have been briefing nearby countries on the plan
Japan's PM Kishida undergoes sinus surgery
Kishida was seen entering the hospital on Saturday morning.
Japan PM Kishida fires aide over same-sex couple outburst
Japan PM Kishida fires aide over same-sex couple outburst
NATO to strengthen partnership with Japan: Stoltenberg
Russia calls the invasion, launched on Feb. 24, a "special operation".
BOJ governor stresses need to maintain ultra-easy policy
BOJ Kuroda stresses need to maintain ultra-easy policy
China says it resumes issuing ordinary visas for Japanese citizens
Japan lodged a protest to China over the suspension of visas.
Japan eyes easing S Korea export controls as Seoul seeks to improve ties
Issue of the export curbs would likely be resolved during consultations between S Korea and Japan.
Consumer inflation in Japan's capital hits near 42-year high
The rise in the Tokyo core consumer price index exceeded a median market forecast for a 4.2% gain
Cars stranded, flights cancelled as heavy snow blankets Japan
Domestic airlines including ANA 9202.T and Japan Airlines 9201.T cancelled more than 300 flights.
Will nominate new BOJ head next month, says Japan's Kishida
Kuroda has stuck with policies aimed at stoking price rises and growth
Japan's consumer inflation hits fresh 41-year high, keep BOJ in focus
Japan's consumer inflation hits fresh 41-year high, keep BOJ in focus
Kishida says G7 should show strong will on Russia's Ukraine invasion
Kishida says G7 should show strong will on Russia's Ukraine invasion
Japanese using more creative baby names
Unique given names are growing increasingly widespread in Japan, recent study claims
Tokyo: Dollar reaches new 7-month low of 128.25
US inflation, jump in yield on long-term Japanese bonds prompted dollar selling and yen buying
Toyota plans to convert older vehicles with zero emissions
Remodeling existing vehicles necessary to reach zero carbon emissions target by 2050, Akio Toyoda
Why is Japan seeking military ties beyond its U.S. ally?
Why is Japan seeking military ties beyond its U.S. ally?
Japan's real wages plummet at fastest pace in over eight years in November
Japan's real wages plummet at fastest pace in over eight years in November
Japan says it scrambled jets to monitor Chinese aircraft carrier operations
Japan also reported that it had detected flights by a Chinese WZ-7 drone
Japan to develop 3,000 km long-range missiles, deploy in 2030s
The government is looking to deploy a 2,000-km range missile by the early 2030s
Japan's largest banks to raise housing loan rates after BOJ's policy tweak
Japan's largest banks to raise housing loan rates after BOJ's policy tweak
Japan, US arranging summit meeting in Washington on Jan 13
The January meeting would be Kishida's first summit at the White House
Fourth Japan minister exits PM Kishida's four-month-old cabinet
Three other ministers have quit in close succession due to scandals
Japan to require negative COVID test upon arrival for Chinese travellers
Japan to require negative COVID test upon arrival for Chinese travellers
Japan's jobless rate plummets to 2.5pc in November
Japan's jobless rate plummets to 2.5pc in November
Triggered by tourism Japan retail sales soar for ninth month
Retail sales grew 2.6% from the year earlier but short of a median forecast of 3.7%.
Heavy snow in Japan leaves 17 dead, dozens injured
Dozens of trains and flights were also suspended in northern Japan
Japan's recent heavy snow causes 13 deaths, many injuries
Train and airplane services were disrupted in northern Japan.
Japan unveils record budget in boost to military capacity
Japan unveils record budget in boost to military capacity
Japan's consumer inflation hits fresh 40-year high
Japan's consumer inflation hits fresh 40-year high
'Big challenges': choosing a nuclear career in Japan
The 2011 disaster was triggered by a massive tsunami
Japan govt revises up fiscal 2023 growth forecast on higher capex, wages
Japan govt revises up fiscal 2023 growth forecast on higher capex, wages
Japan warns of China's Covid situation, cuts view on factory output
Japan warns of China's Covid situation, cuts view on factory output
EXPLAINER: Why Japan is boosting its arms capability, budget
This puts an end to the 1956 government policy that shelved capability to strike enemy targets.
Pacifist Japan unveils biggest military build-up since WWII
Tokyo allocated $5.6 billion for that in the five-year defence programme.
Japan's factory activity in December shrinks at fastest pace in 26 months
The third biggest economy's service-sector activity grew on a tourism reopening.
What will Japan's military build-up look like?
Japan has been discussing the plan for more than two years.
S Korea to coordinate with US, Japan on N Korea sanctions
Decades of US-led sanctions have failed to halt North Korea program.
Apple's Japan investment crosses $100bn, CEO Cook visits chip epicentre
Apple's Japan investment crosses $100bn, CEO Cook visits chip epicentre
Ryuichi Sakamoto, fighting cancer, livestreams what may be final concert
He could no longer complete a regular concert.
Japan's wholesale inflation near steady at 9.3pc as commodity prices ease
It was the 21st consecutive month to show an annual rise in wholesale prices.
Japan, Britain and Italy to build joint jet fighter
Japan, Britain and Italy to build joint jet fighter
Japan upgrades Q3 GDP as global recession, COVID risks persists
Japan upgrades Q3 GDP as global recession, COVID risks persists
Japan's ruling party says won't rule out any options for funding defence boost
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has announced plans to lift defence spending
Japan births at new low as population shrinks and ages
Japan births at new low as population shrinks and ages
Asia on the march as Japan come from behind to stun Germany 2-1
Asia on the march as Japan come from behind to stun Germany 2-1
Japan's economy unexpectedly shrinks as hot inflation, global slowdown take toll
High import costs, global recession risks heap pressure
Japan, Australia ink 'landmark' security pact
The two countries agreed military forces would train together in Northern Australia.
Japan, US conduct joint drill involving aircraft carrier
A Japanese destroyer is also participating in the exercise.
North Korea conducts longest-range missile test yet over Japan
Missile flies over Japan for first time since 2017
With flowers and a gun salute, Japan bids farewell to divisive Abe
Thousands of mourners flooded to designated spots
Assistance of int'l partners vital for rescue, rehabilitation of flood affectees: COAS
Assistance of int'l partners vital for rescue, rehabilitation of flood affectees, says COAS
Hurricane Nanmodal: PM expresses sympathies to people, Govt of Japan
Nanmadol pounded western Japan with heavy rain and strong winds on Monday.
Japan police chief to resign over Abe shooting death
Japan police chief to resign over Abe shooting death
Japan economy grows 2.2% in 2Q on revived consumer spending
Japan's economy grew at an annual rate of 2.2% in the April-June quarter.
Hiroshima prays for peace, fears new arms race on atomic bombing anniversary
Hiroshima prays for peace, fears new arms race on atomic bombing anniversary
Japan mourns as funeral for former PM Abe held in Tokyo
The country's longest-serving prime minister was gunned down on Friday.
Mourning Abe, Japan's ruling party secures sombre election win
In elections held on Sunday, LDP and its ruling coalition partner extended their majority.
Image of a tweet by Shinzo Abe about Hillary Clinton is fabricated
Image of a tweet by Shinzo Abe about Hillary Clinton is fabricated
Pakistan committed to enhance bilateral ties with Japan in diverse fields: PM
PM expressed the resolve to remove hurdles in the way of enhancing trade.
PM invites Japanese investors to avail Pakistan's business-friendly opportunities
PM Shehbaz has reiterated to strengthen Pak-Japan bilateral cooperation in diverse fields.
Man in Japan gambles COVID town funds mistakenly sent to him
Man in Japan gambles COVID town funds mistakenly sent to him
Japan eases virus border rules for visaholders, tourists still banned
Japan eases virus border rules for visaholders, tourists still banned
US, Japan, South Korea meet in Hawaii to discuss North Korea
We are absolutely united in our approach, in our determination: Blinken
New COVID wave batters Afghanistan crumbling health care
New COVID wave batters Afghanistan crumbling health care
Swim world championships in Fukuoka moved to 2023 due to Covid: organisers
The swimming world championships in the Japanese city of Fukuoka this year have been postponed
Rare snow in Tokyo blankets shrines, cancels flights
The JMA issued a heavy snow alert for the Tokyo area for the first time since 2018
$94 trillion world's economy explained
Pakistan is also among the top 50 biggest contributors to the global economy.
Japan introduces first-ever dual-mode bus, rail
The dual-mode bus and rail has a capacity of 21 passengers.
Japan unveils record annual budget and defence spend
Japan unveils record annual budget and defence spend
Pakistan wants cordial ties with all its neighbours for regional peace: COAS
COAS emphasized peaceful resolution of the Kashmir dispute is essential for stability in South Asia
No spooky sights yet at 'haunted' residence, Japan PM says
No spooky sights yet at 'haunted' residence, Japan PM says
Moonshot: Japan recruits first new astronauts in 13 years
Moonshot: Japan recruits first new astronauts in 13 years
Japan adding more hospital beds in plan for next virus surge
Japan adding more hospital beds in plan for next virus surge
Japan seeks good China ties, "responsible behaviour" - new minister
Japan seeks good China ties, "responsible behaviour" - new minister
Japan, once a leader on climate, under fire for coal use at COP26
Japan, once a leader on climate, under fire for coal use at COP26
Japan PM Kishida surprises with comfortable election win
Japan PM Kishida surprises with comfortable election win
Japan votes in test for new PM Kishida, political stability
Japan votes in test for new PM Kishida, political stability
Japan startup targets supercar users with $700,000 hoverbike
Japan startup targets supercar users with $700,000 hoverbike
Japan-Pakistan agree on debt deferral of US$200 million
Japan-Pakistan agree on debt deferral of US$200 million
Japanese ambassador pays farewell call on COAS Gen Bajwa
The visiting dignitary appreciated Pakistan's role in Afghan situation
PM, Japanese envoy discuss ties
Ambassador thanks PM for addressing letter to new premier of Japan Fumio Kishida
New Japan PM sends offering to controversial Yasukuni shrine
New Japan PM sends offering to controversial Yasukuni shrine
Japan to dissolve parliament, setting stage for general election
Japan to dissolve parliament, setting stage for general election
Japan's new PM defends pro-nuclear stance in parliamentary debut
Japan's new PM defends pro-nuclear stance in parliamentary debut
Strong alliance with US in talks with Biden: New japan PM Kishida confirms
Fumio Kishida, Japan's prime minister, speaks during a news conference
Hope Taiwan, China resolve issues peacefully: Japan Foreign Minister
Japan's new Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi arrives at prime minister's office
Japan ruling party elects Fumio Kishida leader, next PM
Japan ruling party elects Fumio Kishida leader, next PM
Japan PM announces end to virus state of emergency
Japan PM announces end to virus state of emergency
Quad leaders press for free Indo-Pacific, with wary eye on China
China has denounced the Quad as a Cold War construct.
World's most expensive grapes 'Ruby Roman' sell for over Rs 76,000
World's most expensive grapes 'Ruby Roman' sell for over Rs 76,000
Japanese sisters certified as world's oldest twins at 107
Umeno Sumiyama and Koume Kodama were born the third and fourth of 11 siblings
Feline generous: Japan cat lovers give $2 million to kidney research
Feline generous: Japan cat lovers give $2 million to kidney research
Japan envoy lauds PM Khan for adopting 'Miyawaki Method'
PM Khan conveyed his sincerest condolences, which shared with Yokohama National University
Khusro Bakhtyar invites Japanese companies to gain foothold in Pakistani market
Khusro Bakhtyar invites Japanese companies to gain foothold in Pakistani market
Japan PM Suga won't seek re-election after year in office
Japan PM Suga won't seek re-election after year in office
Tokyo's Nikkei ends up over 2% after PM says will step down
"Buying sentiment grew as traders expected support rate for LDP would go up if new leader emerges."
Thinking out of the box: Japanese artist makes life-like cardboard sculptures
Thinking out of the box: Japanese artist makes life-like cardboard sculptures
Seeing squares: Japan's tenji block paving guides visually impaired
"I think it would make the world a better place for people with disabilities."
Japan suspends 1.63M doses of Moderna over contamination
The health ministry said contamination was reported from multiple vaccination sites
Japan expands virus emergency after Paralympics open
So far Japan has recorded around 15,500 deaths in the pandemic.
Two injured in acid attack at station in Tokyo
A 34-year-old woman also fell and reportedly suffered minor burns to her legs.
Japan and disability: will the Tokyo Paralympics bring change?
"In Canada, I live without noticing my disability at all."
Tokyo robot cafe offers new spin on disability inclusion
Dawn cafe's robots are intended to be more than a gimmick.
Japan's 'father of Sudoku' dead at 69
"It's not about whether it will make money. It is purely the excitement of trying to solve it."
Tokyo's Nikkei index closes down on virus worries
The dollar fetched 110.40 yen in Asian trade, against 110.43 yen in New York.
Paralympic flame ceremonies begin as virus surges in Japan
"But because of the state of emergency, we decided not to do the relay on public roads."
Pakistan Embassy in Tokyo hosts Javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem
He thanked entire nation for their prayers and said that he is determined to fight for the top spot.
Nagasaki marks 76th anniversary of atomic bombing
Tokyo renounces its own possession, production or hosting of nuclear weapons
Punjab governor updates PM about restoration of Hindu temple in RYK
The prime minister congratulated PM Khan for PTI's triumph in Azad Kashmir elections
Nagasaki marks atomic bomb anniversary with sombre ceremony
Nagasaki was flattened in an atomic inferno that killed 74,000 people.
Tokyo counts cost of $15 billion pandemic Olympics 'gamble'
"This gamble went ahead, making the situation worse."
'Small but proud': San Marino shooter makes Olympic history in Tokyo
'Small but proud': San Marino shooter makes Olympic history in Tokyo
Japan tennis star Osaka crashes out of Tokyo Olympics
She made a dreadful start by dropping serve in the opening game.
Bank of Japan revises down GDP forecast, details green fund
The central bank kept its key monetary easing measures unchanged.
Tarin lauds Japan's cooperation in education, infrastructure development
Japan developing export base in Pakistan, opens labour market for Pakistanis.
19 missing in Japan landslide after heavy rain: official
The local government has requested military assistance for a rescue mission.
Pakistan, Japan reiterate commitment to enhance bilateral ties
Pakistan, Japan reiterate commitment to enhance bilateral ties
Fawad urges early implementation of PTV, PBC’s joint up-gradation projects
Fawad stressed the need for early implementation of joint projects between Japan and Pakistan.
Japan PM insists emperor not 'worried' about Olympics
While the emperor holds no political power, he is an important symbolic figure in Japan.
Japan top court backs ban on separate married surnames: media
The surname rule has been in place since the late 19th century.
Dread and disinfectant: cleaning Covid wards in Japan
Dread and disinfectant: cleaning Covid wards in Japan
Japan to lift virus emergency one month before Olympics
Japan to lift virus emergency one month before Olympics
Japan to set 10,000-spectator cap ahead of Olympics
Japan to set 10,000-spectator cap ahead of Olympics
Japan Olympic Committee board member blasts Tokyo Games organisers
Japan Olympic Committee board member blasts Tokyo Games organisers
Aussie softball team first to arrive in Japan for Olympics
The arrival offered a taste of the strict biosecurity measures that the Games will entail.
Japan bullet train driver left controls for high-speed toilet dash
The driver explained he "didn't want to cause a delay by stopping the train".
Japanese tycoon planning space station visit, then moon trip
“Going to the ISS before the Moon,” Yusaku Maezawa announced Thursday via Twitter.
Japan's Nishikori adds voice to Olympic concerns
The 2020 Olympics were postponed by a year due to the pandemic
Amid opposition, Japan PM says has 'never put Olympics first'
Japan has extended a state of emergency in Tokyo and three other areas until the end of May
Japan extends virus emergency as India posts record infections
Japan extends virus emergency as India posts record infections
Japan town builds giant squid statue with Covid grant
Some people online were less delighted by the 10-tentacled statue.
6.8-magnitude quake rattles northeast Japan, no tsunami risk
6.8-magnitude quake rattles northeast Japan, no tsunami risk
Japan, Pakistan agreed on debt deferral of $370 million
These concessional loans have favourable conditions for Pakistan in terms of low interest rate.
Japan to host first joint military drill with US, France
Japan has long said it feels threatened by China’s vast military resources and territorial disputes.
Japanese envoy condemns terrorist attack in Quetta
Japanese envoy condemns terrorist attack in Quetta
Pakistan, Japan to further expand economic cooperation
The minister underlined the initiatives taken by the government which led to economic turnaround.
COAS, Japanese envoy discuss regional security situation
Pakistan values its relations with Japan: COAS
Pakistan attaches great importance to relations with Japan: Sanjrani
Pakistan attaches great importance to relations with Japan: Sanjrani
Japan PM to meet Biden in US on April 16
The trip comes at a time of renewed focus on China's role in the region
Naval Chief, Kuninori Matsuda discuss promotion of bilateral cooperation
Naval Chief, Kuninori Matsuda discuss promotion of bilateral cooperation
Tokyo decision to ban overseas fans 'fully respected': IOC
Tokyo decision to ban overseas fans 'fully respected': IOC
7.2-magnitude quake off northeast Japan, tsunami advisory issued
The US Geological Service put the strength of the quake at 7.0-magnitude.
China, N Korea loom as Blinken, Austin head to Asia
Blinken and Austin are heading to Japan and South Korea for four days of talks
Pakistan, Japan committed to extend ties in every sector of economy: Ambassador
Japanese envoy admires Pakistan's community role in 'Great East Japan Earthquake'
In summit with India, Japan and Australia, Biden says free Indo-Pacific 'essential'
The US wants to strengthen ties with allies as China adopts an assertive foreign policy in Asia
In China strategy, Biden to meet with leaders of Australia, India, Japan
In China strategy, Biden to meet with leaders of Australia, India, Japan
Ten years on, Japan mourns victims of earthquake and Fukushima disaster
Ten years on, Japan mourns victims of earthquake and Fukushima disaster
Japan ambassador calls on Federal Minister for IT Syed Aminul Haque
Syed Aminul Haque said Pakistan wants to benefit from Japan's experience in the field of technology.
World's oldest living person to carry Olympic torch
The torch will first go through regions affected by the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami.
Honda launches advanced self-driving cars in Japan
The Legend is capable of adaptive driving in lanes, as well as passing and switching lanes
Record-breaking Japan's anime film 'Demon Slayer' lands in U.S. cinemas
“They should win because the movie is amazing,” Luis said.
Japan to partially lift virus state of emergency
Several prefectures have requested the state of emergency be lifted
President expresses desire to enhance trade, economic relations with Japan
President expresses desire to enhance trade, economic relations with Japan
Japan starts vaccine rollout with healthcare workers
Japan has so far approved only the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine
