Japan and China trade accusations of airspace violation near disputed islands

TOKYO (AP) — Japan and China have accused each other of violating the airspace around the Japanese-controlled East China Sea islands, which Beijing also claims. The latest territorial flap came as both appeared to have warmer ties while seeking to mitigate …

Japan Shows How Treasury Bonds Could Be a Weapon in Trump’s Trade War

Every country that owns a significant amount of Treasury debt has the option to sell it to push back against President Donald Trump’s tariff policies. Japan just happened to say it out loud. “It does exist as a card,” said Japanese Finance Minister …

Hotel in Japan's Atami opens 'Showa retro' themed areas for 100th anniv. of era

A candy store that's said to be too popular to meet demand is seen in the Hotel New Akao in Atami, Shizuoka Prefecture, in April 2025. (Mainichi/Koji Wakai) ATAMI, Shizuoka -- Marking 100 years since the Showa era (1926-1989) began in Japan, a …

Japan protests China's airspace 'violation' near disputed islands

Tokyo has lodged a protest against Beijing after a Chinese helicopter "violated" Japan's airspace and four vessles entered its territorial waters around disputed islands. The Japanese foreign ministry said in a statement released late …

Japan’s apparel imports from China fall 7.6% in 2024,...

Japan surname law cited in 30% of common-law unions: survey

Nearly 30 percent of people in common-law relationships in Japan have chosen not to marry because they do not want to change their own or their partner's last name, as required by Japanese law, a recent private survey has shown. The survey by Asuniwa, …

Japan’s apparel imports from China fall 7.6% in 2024, hit 4-year low

China, Japan Spar Over Alleged Airspace Violations Near Disputed Islets

(MENAFN) Tensions flared between China and Japan on Saturday as both nations accused the other of violating their territorial airspace above contested islets. Tokyo has formally protested Beijing's actions, summoning the Chinese envoy to demand that …

Gamer's World | Star Wars Celebration Japan: The Ultimate Fan Galaxy

As a lifelong Star Wars superfan, I can't tell you how excited I was when, in 2023, Lucasfilm announced that the next edition of its official fan expo Star Wars Celebration would be held in 2025 in Japan, bringing a selection of my favorite movie stars …

Manhole cover designs recognized as tourism assets in Japan

Eye-catching manhole covers adorned with unique designs that showcase local tourist spots and specialties have become valuable tourism assets in Japan, drawing many visitors to municipalities. Manholes are installed at over 16 million locations across the …