Why the Strait of Hormuz is a warning for Japan
Following U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran in February, Tehran responded by imposing a de facto blockade…
No-frills noodles gaining popularity in Japan amid rising prices
Amid a wave of food inflation in Japan, convenience stores and supermarkets are enhancing their…
Japan’s economy loses some steam in the second quarter
Japan’s economic growth in the April-June quarter fell short of analyst forecasts, with weak consumer…
Japan’s economy manages 1.1% growth rate despite headwinds
Japan’s economy grew an annual rate of 1.1% in the April-June quarter even as private…
Australia’s mushroom murderer appeals conviction
Australian toxic mushroom killer Erin Patterson launches an appeal Wednesday against her conviction in a…
Chinese vessel suspected of conducting survey within Japan’s economic zone
NAHA – The Japan Coast Guard has reported that a Chinese research vessel was spotted…
Japan aims to create support agency for ex-SDF personnel as early as fiscal ’27
Japan is considering establishing a dedicated agency to support retired Self-Defense Forces personnel and their…
Reconstruction starts on quake-damaged Japanese war memorials in Myanmar
BANGKOK – Reconstruction and repair work has begun on a war memorial pagoda and stone…
Facing invasion and abuse, vulnerable mothers take refuge in Kyiv shelter
KYIV – At a mere mention of her son, Olena’s blue eyes lit up —…
