Historical tensions cloud Korea-Japan relations following botched Sado mine memorial

Historical disputes between Korea and Japan flared again after an annual memorial ceremony in Japan honoring forced labor victims, including Koreans, caused discord for the second consecutive year. Korean officials boycotted the ceremony, held...

North Korean leader's sister condemns planned Japan-US-South Korea joint drills

The sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has denounced planned joint exercises involving Japan, the US and South Korea as a "reckless show of strength." Kim Yo Jong, vice department director of North Korea's ruling Workers' Party's Central...

Australian fund managers’ exposure to Japan surges amid reforms

The attendance of some of Australia’s most prominent fund managers and superannuation giants at a major Japanese investment conference last week has provided more evidence of how seriously the local industry is hunting for opportunities in the...

Burnt Japanese wartime literature, helmets among WWII artefacts found at Alexandra Hospital

SINGAPORE – Wary that surrender was imminent in 1945, Japanese soldiers at Alexandra Hospital likely dug pits, filled them with literature and set the books on fire to cover their tracks. One such pit was uncovered during an archaeological...

Portugal and Japan elevate bilateral relationship to “strategic partnership”

“This is not just a vague designation or an expression; it is a commitment that allows us to advance further in our cooperation on cultural, economic, and developmental fronts,” stated Montenegro at the conclusion of his meeting with the outgoing...

Hockey: India in final despite draw vs Japan

India will face China in the summit clash on Sunday, and the winning team will qualify for next year’s World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands. Indian women’s hockey team qualified for the Asia Cup final despite playing out a 1-1 draw against...

EU wants to boost economic security cooperation with Japan

BRUSSELS – European Commission Executive Vice President Stephane Sejourne expressed a desire to boost cooperation with Japan in the fields of economic security and industry during an interview with the press on Friday, prior to his first visit to...

N. Korean Leader's Sister Warns Against S. Korea, US, Japan Drills

Photo : YONHAP News Kim Yo-jong, the influential sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, has condemned upcoming joint military exercises involving South Korea, the United States and Japan, describing them as reckless displays of force. In a...

North Korea condemns ‘reckless’ US, Japan, South Korea drills

SEOUL: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un’s powerful sister condemned upcoming joint military drills by South Korea, the United States and Japan as a “reckless show of strength” that would bring “bad results”, state media said Sunday. The allies are...

North Korea condemns 'reckless' U.S.-Japan-South Korea drills

Seoul – North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's powerful sister condemned upcoming joint military drills by South Korea, the United States and Japan as a "reckless show of strength" that would bring "bad results," state-run media said Sunday. The allies...

Trump Forces Europe, Korea, Japan To Subsidize And Move Industry To US

Forcing them to subsidize and move key industries to the USA. U.S. cold warriors have failed to prevent Russia, China, Iran, and other members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) from obtaining their economic independence. That means...

Sanseito local assembly member in Japan's Okinawa says transgender identities 'contagious'

Sanseito's headquarters is seen in Tokyo's Minato Ward. (Mainichi/Shota Harumashi) NAHA (Kyodo) -- A local assembly member from the populist Sanseito party said transgender identities are "contagious" during a city council session in Naha, Okinawa...

Are any supplements with cannabis-derived components legal in Japan?

This image from the Fukuoka Prefectural Government website shows a product containing cannabis constituents above the regulatory standard whose sale was suspended with a call for caution. The Mainichi Shimbun answers common questions readers may...

Philippines, Japan, US hold Navy exercises in South China Sea

The Philippines, Japan and the U.S. deployed vessels and aircraft during a joint exercise in the South China Sea, the Philippine military said. “These continuous engagements underscore the sustained commitment of the three nations to enhancing...

'Demon Slayer - Infinity Castle' box office collection day 2: Japanese anime continues to shine, mints Rs 26 crore in India

‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle’ knows how to win hearts with breathtaking visuals and poignant stories – and the box office collection screams the success as well. Even with a limited fan base in India, the...

Clare trad is turning Japanese

Stalwarts of the Clare trad scene Siobhán Peoples and Áine Hensey, took to the stage in Japan on Monday night for a very special concert with a number of traditional Japanese performers. The pair joined the five other recipients of this year’s...

Week Ahead for FX, Bonds: Fed Set to Cut Rates; Policy Decisions Due in Japan, Canada, U.K.

Retro Japan in Photos: Nagoya City Hall's imposing main building topped with folklore statue

The VIP room, used to welcome distinguished guests from overseas among others, retains much of its original decor, preserving the atmosphere of the past, as seen at Nagoya City Hall's main building in the city's Naka Ward, Aug. 6, 2025. While...

Beijing denounces joint U.S.-Japan-Philippines patrol of South China Sea

The Chinese military on Sunday denounced the second joint patrol this month in the disputed South China Sea involving the Philippines and partner navies, as tensions in the flash point waterway continue to soar. The Chinese military’s Southern...

North Korea warns of ‘bad results’ in US-Japan-S. Korea drills

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads WhatsApp Telegram This combination of images taken on Sept 12, 2025 and released from North Korea’s official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) via KNS on Sept 13, 2025 shows North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un...