Japan, Philippines sign defense pact with eyes on China | Military News
The agreement comes at a time when Manila and Tokyo share concerns about Beijing's growing assertiveness in the region. Japan…
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Tokyo governor declares victory after exit polls show she has secured a third term | Election News
Yuriko Koike's victory overshadows challenges from dozens of candidates vying to unseat the ruling party-backed incumbent. Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike…
Japan issues its first new banknotes in 20 years | Economy and Business
The redesigned banknotes pay tribute to Japanese capitalism, women's equality and scientific innovation. Japan has issued its first new banknotes…
North Korea's failed launch was possible hypersonic weapon: Seoul | Gun News
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un announced plans in 2021 to develop technologically advanced weapons, including hypersonic missiles. North Korea…
US aircraft carrier arrives in South Korea amid tensions with North Korea | military news
The USS Theodore Roosevelt will participate in joint military exercises between the United States, South Korea and Japan. A U.S.…
Japan sanctions companies based in China accused of supporting the war in Ukraine | Russia-Ukraine War
The measures mark the first time Tokyo has attacked China-based companies for their alleged support of Russia's war. Japan has…
Which Sasaki will be the next Japanese star in the MLB, Rōki or Rintaro?
Rintaro Sasaki homered in the second at-bat of his U.S. amateur debut last week, and the blast grabbed headlines because…
G7 leaders show good show of unity, but appear fragile at home | Gaza News
Fasano, Italy – This year's G7 summit had the makings of a fragile club, but one that still manages to…
G7 leaders agree on $50 billion loan for Ukraine at annual summit | Economy and Business News
G7 nations have reached a $50 billion deal to finance Ukraine through profits from frozen Russian assets, Italian Prime Minister…
Anna Sawai sees complexity and fragility in her role as 'Shōgun'
Anna Sawai was born in New Zealand to Japanese parents, lived in Tokyo, Hong Kong and the Philippines as a…