Amid shifting attitudes toward immigrants, disinformation unsettles Vietnamese in Japan
As Japan tightens its visa rules, some Vietnamese say their community has become a target of anti-immigration disinformation.
World
japantimes.co.jp
04.10.2026
U.S. Marine arrested on suspicion of killing Japanese woman in Okinawa
A United States service member is in custody on suspicion of killing a Japanese national on the island of Okinawa.
World
nbcnews.com
04.10.2026
Japan Issues 'Strong Protest' After US Marine Accused of Killing Woman
Devin J. Ballard, 20, a lance corporal with the Third Marine Expeditionary Force, has been arrested.
Politics
newsweek.com
04.10.2026
As wind power momentum slows in Japan, can tech help the industry get back on track?
Concerns from environmentalists have played a role in the slow buildup of Japan's offshore wind industry. The latest tech could provide a solution.
World
japantimes.co.jp
04.10.2026
Japan needs to protect its undersea lifelines
Japan's security rests not only on the ships and aircraft patrolling its waters and skies, but also the invisible network resting on the ocean floor.
World
japantimes.co.jp
04.10.2026
Japan delivers ‘strong protest’ to U.S. after marine arrested in Okinawa robbery-murder
The 20-year-old suspect, who has denied the charges, is suspected of killing a woman and stealing her backpack and wallet at a hotel in Naha.
World
japantimes.co.jp
04.10.2026
Japan sets record with 83 gold medals at Asian Games
The total surpassed the previous record of 78 gold medals won by Japan at the 1966 Bangkok Games.
World
japantimes.co.jp
04.10.2026
Japanese and Korean shipbuilders deploy robots to take on China
US allies invest in ‘smart shipyards’ as Beijing’s dominance of industry alarms Washington
Finance
ft.com
04.10.2026
‘Sando: The Art of the Japanese Sandwich’ elevates the humble bite
Paris-based chef Walter Ishizuka's new book uplifts classic recipes with entirely achievable fine-dining flourishes.
World
japantimes.co.jp
04.10.2026
The man who gave tequila a shot in Japan
A meeting with Sean Connery set Ikuma Hayashi on the path to being an evangelist for Mexico's favorite spirit.
World
japantimes.co.jp
04.10.2026
Alcaraz battles to book quarter-finals spot at Japan Open
Carlos Alcaraz battled through a gripping first-set tiebreak to book a spot in the quarter-finals of the Japan Open with a 7-6 (8-6) 6-1 victory over Matteo Arnaldi on Saturday.
Sport
skysports.com
03.10.2026
India beat arch-rivals Pakistan in Japan to claim Asian Games cricket gold
India 211-6; Pakistan 192-6 in Twenty20 cricket finalCaptains refuse traditional pre-match handshakesIndia’s men beat their fierce rivals Pakistan by 19 runs to complete a golden double in the Asian G
Sport
theguardian.com
03.10.2026
One bolt, ¥400,000: Why Japan’s Oshima ‘tsumugi’ silk costs a pretty penny
Prized for its rich blackness and stately designs, the fabric is a staple in the world of high-class kimono.
World
japantimes.co.jp
03.10.2026
Video shows bear slamming into car in northern Japan
A brown bear slammed its body against a car in northern Japan after two bears were spotted on a road in Hokkaido. The larger bear, believed to be the mother, approached the vehicle before running away
World
euronews.com
02.10.2026
Japan hit by nationwide flu outbreak
The health ministry is asking the public to take basic precautions against infection such as handwashing and covering the mouth when coughing.
Health
japantimes.co.jp
02.10.2026
Tokai Kisen subject of Japan’s first-ever ship suspension order
Between January and June this year, the ministry conducted an extraordinary inspection of the company and found 13 cases of violations of the law.
World
japantimes.co.jp
02.10.2026
Japan's first mayor to take maternity leave lands on TIME100 Next list
Shoko Kawata's maternity leave drew mixed reactions in Japan, a country struggling to lift birth rates.
World
bbc.co.uk
02.10.2026
Japan to require corporations to report details of beneficial owners
The government hopes to shed light on the activities of tokuryū criminal groups and gain insight into land ownership by foreign nationals.
World
japantimes.co.jp
02.10.2026
Apollo to back $15 billion AI infrastructure project in Japan
The project, aimed at strengthening AI capacity, is expected to see capital deployed across land, power infrastructure, construction and computing.
World
japantimes.co.jp
02.10.2026
Nishikori bows out for final time in Tokyo as crowd salutes Japanese trailblazer
The 36-year-old was the first Asian man to reach a Grand Slam singles final, at the 2014 U.S. Open.
World
japantimes.co.jp
02.10.2026