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japanese parliament
news

Japan parliament expels YouTuber MP who never came to work

tokyo cherry blossom
Environment

Record early start again for Tokyo’s cherry blossoms

sushi
World News

Three arrested in Japan for ‘sushi terrorism’ pranks

japanese parliament
Offbeat

Japan parliament expels YouTuber MP who never came to work

tokyo cherry blossom
Environment

Record early start again for Tokyo’s cherry blossoms

sushi
World News

Three arrested in Japan for ‘sushi terrorism’ pranks

tomahawk missile
World News

Japanese defence to buy 400 Tomahawk missiles from US

By Agence France-Presse27-02-2023 12:14

Japan will purchase 400 Tomahawk missiles from the United States, as his government beefs up the country’s defences with eyes on threats.

Age of consent Japan
World News

Japan to raise age of consent from 13 in sex crime overhaul

By Garrin Lambley20-02-2023 20:41

A panel of the Japanese Justice Ministry has proposed raising the age of consent from 13 to 16. Still too young?

Japan PM pledges $5.5 billion
World News

Japan PM pledges $5.5 billion in additional Ukraine aid

By Agence France-Presse20-02-2023 14:33

Japan will offer Ukraine fresh financial support worth $5.5 billion, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said, days before the first anniversary of Russia’s invasion.

Leiji Matsumoto dies at 85
Culture

Influential Japanese manga artist Leiji Matsumoto dies

By Agence France-Presse20-02-2023 12:13

Manga master Leiji Matsumoto, whose epic sci-fi stories were highly influential in Japan’s comic-book and anime worlds, has died aged 85.

kabuki
Lifestyle

10-year-old becomes first official dual-national kabuki actor

By Agence France-Presse07-02-2023 13:35

A 10-year-old French-Japanese boy will become the first officially recognised dual-national kabuki actor, a star of the traditional art form.

JAPAN-VOTE
World News

Japan PM dismisses aide over ‘outrageous’ homophobic comments

By Agence France-Presse04-02-2023 15:01

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida dismissed one of his secretaries over homophobic comments that the premier called “outrageous”.

Akio Toyoda
Business

Toyota to replace Akio Toyoda as president and CEO

By Agence France-Presse26-01-2023 13:32

Toyota named Koji Sato president and CEO in a surprise reshuffle that sees third-generation chief executive Akio Toyoda step aside to become board chairman.

Janpanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida
World News

Japan PM says tackling birth rate crisis ‘cannot wait’

By Agence France-Presse23-01-2023 13:52

Japan’s low birth rate and ageing population pose an urgent risk to society, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said Monday.

Word Pastry Cup
Food & Wine

Japan wins World Pastry Cup in France

By Agence France-Presse22-01-2023 14:22

Japan scored their third win Saturday in the World Pastry Cup, seeing off France and Italy at Sirha, the plum event for catering and hotel professionals.

Nissan-Renault alliance
Motoring

Nissan, Renault near ‘historic’ rebalancing of alliance

By Agence France-Presse17-01-2023 09:34

Nissan and Renault are nearing a “historic” rebalancing of their auto alliance, with a deal likely to be announced in the coming weeks.

South Korean labour force in Japan
World News

South Korea looks to resolve forced labour issue with Japan

By Agence France-Presse12-01-2023 12:31

South Korea said Thursday it was considering compensating victims over Japan’s forced wartime labour without the direct participation of Japanese companies.

China
World News

China warns Australia: ‘Be careful’ of Japan

By Agence France-Presse10-01-2023 11:56

China on Tuesday said Australia should remember Japan’s war crimes during World War II before cosying up to the regional power.

Stock Markets
Business & Finance

Tokyo stocks open higher after US gains

By Agence France-Presse05-01-2023 11:08

Tokyo stocks opened higher Thursday following Wall Street gains as markets shrugged off messaging from the Federal Reserve reiterating its commitment to lowering inflation.

Janpanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida
World News

Kishida, Biden to meet in Washington, with G7 visit

By Agence France-Presse04-01-2023 09:44

Japanese PM Fumio Kishida will hold talks with US President Joe Biden at the White House on January 13, and will also visit other G7 allies this month.

Covid Vaccine
News

Negative Covid results as Japan informs travellers from China

By Agence France-Presse27-12-2022 11:51

Japan will require Covid-19 tests on arrival for travellers from mainland China, after Beijing announced it will end inbound quarantine requirements.

Break-through: Alzheimer’s tes
News

Break-through: Alzheimer’s test kit approved from Japan

By Agence France-Presse22-12-2022 12:09

Japan has approved a blood test kit to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease, its manufacturer announced on Thursday.

Stock Markets
Business & Finance

Yen surges on surprise Bank of Japan policy move

By Agence France-Presse20-12-2022 15:19

The yen soared to a four-month high against the dollar Tuesday after a surprise tweak to monetary policy of the Bank of Japan, which has decided against hiking interest rates to tame decades-high inflation.

Springbok star Roos off to Jap
Springboks

Springbok star Roos off to Japan

By Mariette Adams15-12-2022 11:16

Dual Springbok international Nadine Roos will join Nagato Blue Angels in Japan after signing a six month contract.

FIFA world cup 2022
Soccer World Cup 2022

World Cup 2022: James the Jellyfish predicts today’s scores

By James Freemantle05-12-2022 07:54

World Cup 2022 is at the knockout stages, and James the Jellyfish is here to provide comprehensive preview and predictions for today’s games.

world cup 2022
Soccer World Cup 2022

World Cup 2022: James the Jellyfish makes BOLD predictions for Belgium & Spain games

By James Freemantle01-12-2022 12:00

World Cup fans are biting their nails. James the Jellyfish is calm though, and making bold calls. Do you agree with the prediction GOAT?

Victor Gomes
Soccer World Cup 2022

World Cup BREAKING NEWS: Victor Gomes assigned tasty Thursday clash

By James Freemantle30-11-2022 13:07

Victor Gomes will take charge of this critical Group E clash at the World Cup tomorrow night. Here is all the info you need to enjoy the match.

world cup 2022
Soccer World Cup 2022

World Cup 2022: Germany SHOCKED by Japan and their ex-Arsenal striker

By James Freemantle23-11-2022 17:01

World Cup 2022 has thrown up another shock. Japan have beaten Germany, and five of their starting 11 are based in the German Bundesliga!

Rally Japan
Motorsport

Rally Japan top podium spot taken by Hyundai this weekend

By Gary Dunn15-11-2022 10:42

Team Hyundai Motorsport secures fifth victory of the season with 1-2 result in Rally Japan as the WRC continues.

Japanese fashion
Fashion and Beauty

The Japanese fashion world after Kenzo, Miyake

By Agence France-Presse18-10-2022 23:45

The loss of greats Kenzo and Miyake heralds the end of a fashion era, decades after Japanese design revolutionised Parisian catwalks.

Miss Heritage Global
Fashion and Beauty

South Africa to host Miss Heritage Global 2022

By Nokuthula Ngcobo29-08-2022 20:26

Japan, France, the US, UK, Canada, Ghana, Zimbabwe and several other African countries are set to take part in Miss Heritage Global.

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