Keywords: Japan


China’s travel advisory impacts Japan’s tourism and retail sectors amid rising tensions

Japan’s tourism and retail industries are grappling with significant setbacks following China’s advisory discouraging its citizens from traveling to Japan. The warning, issued amidst heightened diplomatic tensions over Taiwan, has caused ripples across Japan’s economy, particularly......

Japan issues ashfall warning after Sakurajima volcano erupts

Japan’s Meteorological Agency issued a warning on Sunday following an early-morning eruption of the Sakurajima volcano, one of the country’s most active volcanic sites, located in Kagoshima Prefecture in southern Japan. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), the eruption occurred......

China advises citizens to avoid Japan as tensions rise over PM’s Taiwan remarks

China has urged its citizens to refrain from travelling to Japan, deepening a diplomatic clash triggered by recent comments from Japan’s newly appointed prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, regarding a possible conflict involving Taiwan. Takaichi told lawmakers on 7 November that any use of force against......

Japan’s first female Prime Minister faces a Sumo-Sized dilemma

As anticipation builds among Japan’s sumo fans, all eyes are on Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who may soon have to choose between respecting ancient tradition and breaking a long-standing gender taboo. Later this month, she is expected to attend the final of the Fukuoka Grand Sumo Tournament......

6.7-Magnitude earthquake triggers tsunami warning in Northern Japan

A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 6.7 struck northern Japan early Sunday afternoon, prompting authorities to issue a tsunami warning along parts of the country’s northeastern coastline. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), the quake occurred off the coast of Hokkaido at......

North Korea fires ‘Unidentified Ballistic Missile’ toward the sea of Japan

Seoul, South Korea — North Korea fired at least one “unidentified ballistic missile” toward the Sea of Japan on Friday, the South Korean military said. The launch comes just eight days after U.S. President Donald Trump approved South Korea’s plan......

Japan authorizes police to shoot bears amid spike in fatal attacks

Japan has revised its regulations to allow riot police to use rifles to shoot bears, following a surge in deadly bear attacks across the country. Since early April, thirteen people have died—more than double the total from last year—and over 100 have been injured in bear-related incidents.......

Trump emphasizes strong ties and admiration for Japan in meeting with Prime Minister Takaichi

Former U.S. President Donald Trump expressed his "great love" and "respect" for Japan during his meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae on Monday. Trump emphasized the enduring strength of the U.S.-Japan alliance and his commitment to supporting Japan as a key ally. “I......

Trump and Japan’s Takaichi sign deal to secure rare earths supply

Tokyo, October 28, 2025 — United States President Donald Trump met with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in Tokyo on Tuesday, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral ties through new agreements on critical minerals and rare earth supplies. During a ceremony at Akasaka Palace,......