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Emergency crews in southwestern Japan are conducting rescue operations following a 7.1 magnitude earthquake that resulted in multiple confirmed fatalities.
Super Typhoon Dolphin has intensified to Category 5 strength, packing 160 mph winds as it tracks toward the Ogasawara Islands and Japanese waters.
Search and rescue efforts in southwestern Japan are shifting as the confirmed death toll reaches 34 following a major earthquake.
A powerful earthquake in Kyushu, Japan, has resulted in 13 confirmed deaths and ongoing rescue operations at collapsed industrial and commercial sites.
An earthquake in Japan’s Kyushu region has resulted in 14 confirmed deaths and widespread industrial disruption.
Splatoon Raiders leads a surge in Japanese physical retail as Nintendo Switch 2 hardware adoption accelerates following its recent market debut.
Emergency crews are working through debris in southwestern Japan following a 7.1 magnitude earthquake and a subsequent lethal explosion.
Southwestern Japan faces mounting fatalities and logistical strain as rescue operations contend with extreme heat and aftershocks following a major earthquake.
A 7.1 quake jolts southern Japan, prompting a massive evacuation even as the tsunami warning is swiftly lifted.
Japan’s premier sees approval plunge to 58% as inflation stokes voter anger, threatening his political momentum.
Middle East oil producers are intensifying efforts to bypass the Strait of Hormuz amid the escalating U.S.-Iran war.
Kozo Okamoto, a participant in the 1972 Tel Aviv airport attack and member of the Japanese Red Army, has died in Lebanon at age 78.
Japan has introduced the term 'kokushobi' to describe record-breaking temperatures as the nation grapples with a surge in heat-related medical emergencies.
Mount Fuji reports multiple climbing incidents, including the death of a Swiss euthanasia firm executive and the rescue of a 99-year-old hiker.
Japan's leader, Takaichi, faces widespread public protests and academic scrutiny as she invokes Shinzo Abe's legacy to advance a nationalist military agenda.
Canada has joined the Global Combat Air Programme as an observer, marking a significant early defense alignment for the new British prime minister.
Tokyo's new workplace shorts policy aims to curb air conditioning use, but the initiative has sparked a public debate regarding professional standards.
Japan faces record-breaking summer heat as temperatures across the country climb to 40 C, triggering official 'cruelly hot day' designations.
A 3.5-million-year-old fossil discovery in Japan has confirmed the existence of a previously unknown species of giant salamander.
Japan has formally protested live-fire military exercises conducted by Chinese and Russian warships within its exclusive economic zone.
Japanese Defense Chief Koizumi’s call to debate nuclear policy has triggered domestic and international concern over the nation’s non-nuclear principles.
Research from Japan suggests that regular engagement in cultural activities like movies, museums, and concerts may be linked to a slower aging process.
Japan's parliament has enacted new legislation criminalizing the desecration of the national flag, sparking widespread debate over free speech.
Asian markets face volatility as investor sentiment shifts from inflation data to widespread selling in the technology and artificial intelligence sectors.
Japan's Imperial House Law faces intense scrutiny as a shrinking royal family triggers urgent legislative debate over succession rules.
A record-breaking gold deposit has been identified deep beneath the seafloor off the coast of Japan, concealed within mineral deposits.
Japan’s parliament has enacted a revised law reinforcing male-only succession as the imperial family continues to shrink.
Reports indicate a rising frequency of bears entering residential properties across Japan to scavenge for food.
Researchers have developed 3D-printed, water-resistant suits for cyborg cockroaches designed to navigate and operate in flooded disaster zones.
Japan's finance ministry is pressuring the nation's massive pension fund to pivot investment strategies toward domestic securities and alternative assets.
Japan’s reusable rocket test flight marks a potential leap forward in space travel affordability
Typhoon Bavi forces mass evacuations across East Asia as storm intensifies
Typhoon Bavi forces mass evacuations across East Asia as storm weakens but retains destructive force
Japan’s first spy agency in 80 years signals a geopolitical shift—funded, staffed, and backed by Western allies.
Japan’s space agency has completed the first test flight of an experimental reusable rocket, marking a milestone in aerospace development.
Ireland secured a 36-20 victory against Japan in the Nations Championship, with debutant Sean Jansen highlighting a match deemed competitive by both sides.
Japanese researchers pinpoint brain circuitry linked to emotional aversion—with potential to reshape mental health treatments
Typhoon Bavi forces evacuations across East Asia as it intensifies toward Taiwan and Japan
Super Typhoon Bavi forces mass evacuations across East Asia as landslides in the Philippines raise death toll to 15.
Typhoon Bavi has made landfall in eastern China, forcing the evacuation of over one million people following its trajectory through Taiwan and Japan.
Japan's benchmark bond yields have reached a 30-year high, intensifying market scrutiny of the nation’s fiscal health and debt sustainability.
Super Typhoon Bavi is tracking toward China and Taiwan, prompting emergency shutdowns and alerts across the region following its impact on U.S. territories.
Tokyo Game Show 2026 confirms record-breaking international participation and a major presence from industry heavyweights.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup enters the knockout stages, with international media tracking match predictions, player milestones, and tournament logistics.
A new study reveals structural vulnerabilities in China’s rare earth sector as trade tensions with the U.S. escalate.
Japan’s Hayabusa2 probe completes historic asteroid flyby, marking a step toward planetary defense research
India and Japan move to strengthen defense, economic, and strategic cooperation during Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s visit to New Delhi.
The Japanese yen faces historic lows, prompting reports of potential new intervention tactics by Tokyo.
A retired U.S. Navy vessel was sunk by a Japanese torpedo during the Valiant Shield 2026 exercise near Guam.
A multinational defense partnership has secured a $6.14 billion contract to accelerate development of the next-generation GCAP fighter jet.
Japan is implementing significant increases to visa fees and departure costs as part of a strategic shift to manage rising tourism levels.
The UK, Italy, and Japan have secured funding for their Global Combat Air Programme, aiming to finalize new contracts ahead of the Farnborough Airshow.
Mercosur is shifting its trade focus toward Asia, initiating formal economic partnership talks with Japan while exploring a potential deal with China.
Authorities in Japan are investigating another suspected fatal bear attack, marking the sixth such incident in recent weeks.
Brazil secured a spot in the World Cup Round of 16 following a late victory against Japan, sparking discussion over the absence of forward Neymar.
The Japanese yen has reached a 40-year low, prompting global financial concern regarding its potential impact on American markets.
Japan's shifting immigration and tourism landscape is sparking concern as new visa fee hikes and departure taxes take effect.
Naomi Osaka is drawing significant attention at Wimbledon for a kimono-inspired outfit that honors her Japanese heritage.
Koei Tecmo is developing a new action game codenamed 'FUJI,' according to disclosures from a Japanese government subsidy program.
Brazil secured a victory against Japan in the World Cup round of 32, ending Japan's tournament run with a late-game goal.