Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

The Latest Breaking News from Japan

'World's strongest fighter jet' heading for Kadena

The U.S. military is considering gradually retiring F-15 fighter jets stationed at its Kadena Air Base in Okinawa Prefecture and replacing them with enhanced fighters over about two years, according to Japanese Defense Minister Yasukazu Hamada.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Japan eyes hosting meeting with Central Asia foreign ministers

The government is considering hosting a December meeting between the foreign ministers of Japan and five Central Asian nations of the former Soviet bloc, according to several Japanese government sources.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Japanese ex-PM Aso to visit South Korea to improve ties

Former Japanese Prime Minister Taro Aso has left for Seoul to meet with South Korean officials as the two countries try to improve ties that were badly strained by Japanese wartime atrocities

The Independent UK

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

No. 1 Atthaya feels the pressure as LPGA returns to Japan

Thai teenager Atthaya Thitikul admitted to feeling the pressure of being the new women's golf number one as she headlines the LPGA tour's return to Japan after a three-year absence.

Bangkok Post

Japan Warily Welcomes Back International Travelers

In his parliamentary speech in October, Kishida presented his plan to revive the Japanese economy, including a pledge to increase international tourist spending beyond the pre-pandemic high in 2019.

The News Lens

Just how Celtic stars Kyogo and Hatate reacted to 'surprise' Japan World Cup snub

Daizen Maeda was the only one of Celtic's Japanese contingent to be called up for the upcoming tournament in Qatar.

Daily Record

CAKE Inks Deal With Goldwin For Expansion Into Japanese Market

CAKE and Goldwin have closed a deal allowing the Swedish electric two-wheelers to make their way to the Japanese market.

RideApart

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Japan's long-awaited Ghibli Park is now open

NAGOYA: A theme park featuring the beloved characters of Studio Ghibli and scenes from its hit animation films such as My Neighbor Totoro and Spirited Away opened in central Japan yesterday.

Bangkok Post

SCGC prepares to make acetylene black

SCG Chemicals Plc (SCGC) has become the latest company to run a business that supports the state promotion of the electric vehicle (EV) industry by joining hands with Japan-based Denka Co to make 11,000 tonnes of acetylene black annually to serve EV battery manufacturing.

Bangkok Post

Value of Japanese food imports up 20%

The value of imported fresh and processed Japanese food to Thailand is expected to grow by 20% this year, as the Japanese restaurant business in Thailand starts to recover following an easing in the Covid-19 situation.

Bangkok Post

Food Bites: Yakitori degustation a feast for the senses

Âpé launches chef's selection menu, the countdown to Cakeboi's cookbook, Margan takes over Humbug, and more foodie news.

Newcastle Herald

Porsche 911 GT3 Gets 550-HP Subaru WRX STI Engine At SEMA

A Japanese oil company is also displaying a tuned Nissan Frontier, Datsun 521, Tesla Model 3, and Acura Integra Type R.

Motor1

Maya Le Tissier and Katie Robinson handed first England call-ups

The European champions are taking on Japan and Norway in friendlies later this month

The Independent UK

England call up Maya Le Tissier and Katie Robinson for friendlies as Jordan Nobbs makes Lionesses return

England have named uncapped duo Maya Le Tissier and Katie Robinson in their squad for this month’s friendlies against Norway and Japan, while in-form Arsenal midfielder Jordan Nobbs is back in the fold.

Evening Standard

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Independent UK

Germany stresses increasing defense role in Indo-Pacific

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has stressed his country’s increased defense cooperation with Japan and other democracies in the Indo-Pacific region faced with security challenges such as Russia’s war in Ukraine and China’s rise

Daily Mirror

England boss Sarina Wiegman names final Lionesses squad of record-breaking year

England Women's manager Sarina Wiegman has named her final Lionesses squad of a historic 2022 they prepare to face Japan and Norway in their last two games of the calendar year

Football London

Why Mikel Arteta prefers Takehiro Tomiyasu at left-back and Thomas Partey role will come next

Arsenal news: Mikel Arteta has opted to play Takehiro Tomiyasu at left back this season despite Kieran Tierney's availability and Thomas Partey's role could be next for the Japanese international

Evening Standard

Every World Cup 2022 squad confirmed as Spain suffer late injury blow

With just days remaining before the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, there have been some injury problems impact on the make-up of squads.

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

Chicago Sun-Times

Mirin — here’s what you need to know about the sweet and versatile Japanese rice wine

Mirin is made of glutinous rice, rice koji and shochu distilled liquor and its maturation process takes one to two months.

The Independent UK

Japan travel: Eight ways to save money when visiting this pricey tourist favourite

To make your holiday cash go further in this notoriously spendy destination, seek out unusual shop types and know your public transport, advises Tamara Hinson

Evening Standard

First Arsenal star confirmed for World Cup as Takehiro Tomiyasu named in Japan’s 26-man squad

Japan have named Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu in their 26-man squad for the 2022 World Cup.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

41 traditional dances expected to get UNESCO heritage status

Furyu odori, a collection of 41 traditional Japanese dances, is expected to be registered as an intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Johnny & Associates VP Takizawa resigns

Johnny & Associates, Inc., Japan's leading entertainment agency, announced Tuesday that its vice president left the company at the end of October. According to the agency, Hideaki Takizawa, 40, offered to resign from his position as vice president in mid-September.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Political, business leaders exchange views on enhancing Japan-U.S. ties

Political and business leaders from Japan and the United States exchanged views on strengthening Japan-U.S. relations at the U.S.-Japan Council's general assembly held at a Tokyo hotel.

Irish Mirror

Blow for Celtic players Reo Hatate and Kyogo as they miss out on Japan World Cup squad

Daizen Maeda made the cut but there was surprise exclusions for the Celtic pair.

1 … 629 630 631 632

People

FrankWalter Steinmeier

205 stories

Yoshimasa Hayashi

161 stories

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

UEFA Champions League

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.