The Latest Breaking News from Japan

S&P Futures Climb on Easing Trump-Musk Tensions, U.S. Jobs Report in Focus

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM25) are trending up +0.45% this morning on signs that the heated dispute between U.S. President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk may ease, while investors await the all-important U.S. payrolls report.

Barchart · Jun 6, 2025

EU launches global digital strategy to build tech alliances

The EU unveiled its global digital strategy to expand tech alliances and stay relevant amid US-China dominance. It plans deeper ties with partners like Japan and Singapore, new regional projects under Global Gateway, and a Digital Partnership Network to coordinate tech development.

Euronews · Jun 6, 2025

Japanese court rejects damage claims against utility executives over Fukushima disaster

A Japanese court has ruled former executives at the utility managing the tsunami-wrecked Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant were not accountable for the 2011 meltdown crisis and do not need to pay damages to the company

The Independent UK · Jun 6, 2025

Popovic delivers special message after Japan success

The Socceroos are on cloud nine after defeating Japan for the first time since 2009, but a desperate Saudi Arabia lie in wait in Jeddah.

AAP · Jun 6, 2025

Not pretty, not fun but Socceroos slog ends with miraculous win amid late drama

All it took was a split second – and a swing of Aziz Behich’s right boot – for the sins of the previous 90 minutes in Perth to be washed away

The Guardian - AU · Jun 5, 2025

Another State Could Legalize Japanese Mini Trucks

A bipartisan bill introduced in Oregon this week would legalize the registering of imported Kei trucks. If passed, the state would become the latest to take direct action to protect these vehicles when they comply with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

Motor1 · Jun 5, 2025

Second attempt by Japanese company to land on moon likely ends in failure

Resilience would have made history as the first non-US commercial lander to make a successful touchdown

The Guardian - US · Jun 5, 2025

Embracing the Japanese concept of kaji will make daily housekeeping quick, effortless and set a new rhythm for chores

Home organization experts reveal all you need to know about this fast-growing housework philosophy

Homes & Gardens · Jun 5, 2025

Private Japanese spacecraft crashes into moon in 'hard landing,' ispace says

Japan's private Resilience lunar lander went dark just before it was scheduled to touch down on the moon today (June 5), raising doubts about the venture's success.

Space · Jun 5, 2025

Japanese walking: the benefits of this fitness trend

A fitness trend known as Japanese walking is capturing attention online, promising major health benefits with minimal equipment and time.

The Conversation · Jun 5, 2025