The Latest Breaking News from Tokyo

Global Market: Japan inflation remains below BOJ target as energy costs rise

Tokyo's inflation eased for a sixth month in May, staying under the Bank of Japan's target. Government subsidies helped cushion rising global energy costs. Meanwhile, Japan's factory output rebounded in April, driven by AI-related demand. Policymakers watch these trends closely as they consider future interest rate decisions amid global economic…

The Economic Times · May 29

Humanoids dance and thread needles as Japanese robotics developers look to outdo Chinese

The Humanoids Summit Tokyo showcases advanced robotics, highlighting China's growing influence

AAP · May 29

Japan, S Korea stocks hit records on US-Iran deal hopes

Stock markets in Japan and South Korea closed at record highs on reports the US and Iran have reached an agreement to extend their ceasefire.

AAP · May 29

Fujitsu expands AI strategy through collaborations with OpenAI and Anthropic

TOKYO, May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Fujitsu signs strategic partnership agreement with AnthropicFujitsu has entered into a strategic partnership agreement with Anthropic PBC. Through this collaboration, Fujitsu will combine Anthropic's AI technology, Claude, with its own industry and business expertise as well as its capabilities in building and...

AAP · May 27

‘Catnomics’: how Japan’s feline fixation has become an industry worth billions

Their influence is evident in every corner of society, the imperial family owns some, and Tokyo even has its own ‘cat town’

The Guardian - AU · May 27

Casio to Release MR-G Inspired by the Polar Brinicle Phenomenon

TOKYO, May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced the release of a new MR-G timepiece, adding to the flagship line of the G-SHOCK brand of shock-resistant watches. The new MRG-BF1000EB draws inspiration from the brinicle, an extraordinary natural phenomenon in which columns of ice form beneath the…

AAP · May 27

'Pokémon GO' Player Catches Ultra-Rare Shiny Shadow Groudon at GO Fest Tokyo

"Pokémon GO" GO Fest Tokyo produces a rare Shundo Shadow Groudon with perfect IVs, shocking players ahead of GO Fest Global 2026 events.

Player One · May 26

Tokyo governor urges global capitals to share best practices in Astana visit

Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike discussed hydrogen energy, AI cooperation and urban resilience during visits to the Netherlands and Kazakhstan.

Euronews · May 25

Panic at Tokyo luxury mall after man sprays unidentified substance

Firefighters, police and hazmat crews surrounded a luxury shopping mall in Tokyo’s Ginza district after a man sprayed an unidentified substance inside, with 19 people taken to hospital.

Euronews · May 25

At least 20 people fall ill after man sprays liquid inside luxury Tokyo mall

Suspect sprays unidentified liquid at ATM on ground floor of Ginza Six shopping centre in central Tokyo

The Independent UK · May 25