Japan

In-depth reporting on Japanese politics, economic trends, social developments, environmental policies, and diplomacy

Japan's Anime Market Hits $28.2 Billion as Studios Seek a Bigger Share of Global Growth

Japan's Anime Market Hits $28.2 Billion as Studios Seek a Bigger Share of Global Growth

EntertainmentOctober 30, 2026

Scientists Identify OMC1 Protein That Helps Mouse Eggs Keep Chromosomes Together

Scientists Identify OMC1 Protein That Helps Mouse Eggs Keep Chromosomes Together

ScienceOctober 30, 2026

Godzilla Minus Zero Wins Standing Ovation at Los Angeles Premiere Ahead of November Release

Godzilla Minus Zero Wins Standing Ovation at Los Angeles Premiere Ahead of November Release

EntertainmentOctober 30, 2026

Japan Sets November 4 Debate on Food Tax Cut as Opposition Presses for Details

Japan Sets November 4 Debate on Food Tax Cut as Opposition Presses for Details

PoliticsOctober 30, 2026

Japan Pushes Deep Sea Rare Earth Mining as Costs and Environmental Questions Mount

Japan Pushes Deep Sea Rare Earth Mining as Costs and Environmental Questions Mount

ScienceOctober 29, 2026

Black Bear Released 10 Kilometres Away Returns Near Homes and School in Japan

Black Bear Released 10 Kilometres Away Returns Near Homes and School in Japan

EnvironmentOctober 29, 2026

2026 MAMA Awards Bring ENHYPEN and Dune, BIGBANG and Dooly Together in Osaka

2026 MAMA Awards Bring ENHYPEN and Dune, BIGBANG and Dooly Together in Osaka

EntertainmentOctober 29, 2026

Chubu Electric Faces Record Annual Loss After Hamaoka Data Scandal Derails Reactor Reviews

Chubu Electric Faces Record Annual Loss After Hamaoka Data Scandal Derails Reactor Reviews

EconomyOctober 29, 2026

Japan to Restart Winter Energy Subsidies as Gasoline Support Is Gradually Reduced

Japan to Restart Winter Energy Subsidies as Gasoline Support Is Gradually Reduced

EconomyOctober 29, 2026

Toyota Sales Fall 4% as China Slump Outweighs Record Demand in North America and Europe

Toyota Sales Fall 4% as China Slump Outweighs Record Demand in North America and Europe

EconomyOctober 29, 2026

Monster Hunter Outlanders Launches on Mobile With Eight Weapons, Four Player Hunts and Large Downloads

Monster Hunter Outlanders Launches on Mobile With Eight Weapons, Four Player Hunts and Large Downloads

EntertainmentOctober 29, 2026

BOJ Nears 2% Inflation Milestone as October Rate Hold Sets Up December Decision

BOJ Nears 2% Inflation Milestone as October Rate Hold Sets Up December Decision

EconomyOctober 29, 2026