The Latest Breaking News from Japan

Qld govt downplays Japanese ambassador

Queensland's resources minister has brushed off the Japanese ambassador's criticism of the state government's recent coal tax hike.

AAP · Jul 7, 2022

Japan PM bets on world-defying inflation policy to win election

As politicians around the globe rush to tamp down inflation, Japan Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is betting instead that older voters in particular will look past surging prices in a crucial election on Sunday.

Tribune News Service · Jul 6, 2022

Explainer - Inflation to nuclear power: What's at stake in Japan's election

Japan will vote in upper house elections on Sunday that have implications for Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's grip on the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and his ability to push through legislation.

Reuters · Jul 6, 2022

Shipping industry finds course in automated navigation

The shipping and shipbuilding industries are focusing their efforts on automated navigation systems, aiming to resolve such issues as the aging of seafarers and chronic staff shortages. An ongoing government-supported project is expected to be put into practical use by 2025.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Jul 6, 2022

Kremlin slams Japan's 'unfriendly' stance amid G7 oil price cap talk

The Kremlin criticised Japan on Wednesday over what it called a "very unfriendly position" towards Russia, saying this hampered the development of economic relations, including in energy.

Reuters · Jul 6, 2022

JLOC keen to use Lamborghini factory driver in 2023

The JLOC team has stated a desire to add a Lamborghini factory driver to its line-up for the 2023 SUPER GT season as Japan’s travel restrictions gradually ease.

Motorsport · Jul 6, 2022

Factbox: Main parties contesting Japan's upper house election

Japan holds an upper house election on Sunday that is key to Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's attempt to gain firmer control of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) to enable it and its Komeito junior partner to push through legislation.

Reuters · Jul 5, 2022

Factbox: The numbers to watch in Japan's upper house elections

Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is aiming for a convincing win in upper house of parliament elections on Sunday to enhance its ability to push through policies to tackle rising prices and bolster defence.

Reuters · Jul 5, 2022

Analysis-Inflation, not deflation, is now Japan's political hot potato as election looms

The rising cost of living is turning into a thorny political issue ahead of Japan's upper house election this weekend, as opposition parties peg blame for recent price hikes on Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's policies.

Reuters · Jul 5, 2022

Tokyo school swaps fresh fruit for jelly as food prices soar

For months, Kazumi Sato, a nutritionist at a middle school in eastern Tokyo, has received notices about hikes in ingredient prices.

Reuters · Jul 5, 2022