The Latest Breaking News from Japan

Japanese lawmakers visit Beijing seeking to mend ties after fallout from Takaichi's Taiwan remark

Lawmakers from Japan have traveled to Beijing to meet with Chinese officials in the first visit since tensions rose after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's comment on Taiwan angered China

The Independent UK · Aug 24

Global Markets | Japan's Nikkei weighed down by AI stocks ahead of Nvidia earnings

The Nikkei share average in Japan experienced a downturn as stocks related to artificial intelligence faced mounting pressure due to inflation concerns and geopolitical uncertainties in the Middle East. While chip-making firms such as Tokyo Electron reported gains, other AI companies struggled. Anticipation builds around potential interest rate hikes from…

The Economic Times · Aug 24

A museum rock was forgotten for 30 years in a drawer in Japan. Now, its hidden bones may uncover a new 66-million-year-old sea monster

Researchers in Japan have identified four previously overlooked mosasaur bones from rock samples collected in the early 1990s. One bone is the first confirmed mosasaur premaxilla found in Japan, while unusual features in another skull bone suggest the fossil may belong to a previously unknown species.

The Economic Times · Aug 24

‘I’ve only been paying bills’: Indian man in Japan spends nearly ₹1 lakh in 25 days, food costs yet to be added

An Indian traveler meticulously documented his living expenses over a 25-day period in Japan, totaling nearly one lakh rupees. Notably, this figure did not include his significant costs for food and groceries. He received ten bills in his first month alone, underlining the frequent charges. His basic living costs, including…

The Economic Times · Aug 23

Magnitude 6.0 earthquake hits Japan's Hokkaido hours after 5.9 magnitude quake injures over 40 near Tokyo

Japan was hit by two earthquakes on Sunday, including a 6.0-magnitude quake off northern Hokkaido late in the evening, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. No tsunami warning was issued.

The Economic Times · Aug 23

Why are there suddenly so many devastating earthquakes?

Colombia, Venezuela, Japan, Indonesia, Spain and Mexico have all seen large quakes this summer. But experts tell Julia Musto it’s all normal

The Independent UK · Aug 23

Japan earthquake injures 37, disrupts trains and ruptures water pipe in Tokyo

A moderate earthquake struck eastern Japan early Sunday morning. At least thirty-seven people sustained injuries from panic and falls. Train services experienced disruptions, and a water pipe ruptured in Tokyo. Authorities confirmed no tsunami threat and no issues at nuclear facilities. Residents are advised to remain cautious of possible aftershocks.

The Economic Times · Aug 23

How to make the perfect zaru soba, or cold soba noodles – recipe

Hot days call for cool dinners, and these are Japan’s nutty, salty and sweet solution. Fiery or pickled accompaniments optional

The Guardian - UK · Aug 23

CCTV captures moment earthquake shakes Tokyo, leaving more than 30 injured

A 5.9 magnitude earthquake shook the Tokyo region in Japan on Sunday (23 August) morning, with more than 30 injuries reported.

The Independent UK · Aug 23

Moderate earthquake shakes Japan, injuring more than 30 people in Tokyo region

A moderate earthquake struck eastern Japan early Sunday morning. Over thirty individuals sustained injuries, mostly minor, from the seismic event. The quake, with a magnitude of 5.9, caused disruptions to train services. Officials confirmed no tsunami danger and no nuclear facility anomalies. The government established a task force to assess…

The Economic Times · Aug 23