Japan foreign ministry draws flak over costumes used in anti-terror drill
The drill was held at a government facility in Tokyo to prepare for potential terror attacks and the abduction of Japanese nationals abroad.
World
japantimes.co.jp
20.09.2026
‘Vintage Violence’ Review: Cole Sprouse Heads Up a Hyper-Online Gonzo Freakout in Japan
Eugene Kotlyarenko has built a career on drawing upon his widely-viewed cinephilic base of knowledge to consider more contemporary forms of hyper-online, of-the-moment provocation, and “Vintage Violen
Culture
variety.com
19.09.2026
Japan under pressure amid accommodation woes as Asian Games kick off
It’s the world's biggest sporting event, held every four years – the 20th edition of Asian games is starting in Japan. Organisers came under pressure even before competition began… as thousands more a
World
france24.com
19.09.2026
As Japan’s sewers age, a few towns are considering a switch to septic tanks
About 15% of municipalities are positive about replacing their existing sewer systems with combined septic tanks, according to a recent survey.
World
japantimes.co.jp
19.09.2026
Uzbekistan and Japan sign cooperation program through 2028
Azerbaijan
trend.az
19.09.2026
Japan has record 100,000 people aged over 100: How societies are ageing
Fewer births and worsening labour shortages are placing mounting pressure on Japan’s social care system.
World
aljazeera.com
19.09.2026
North Korean hackers behind crypto thefts across 100 countries, including Japan
The North Korean group, called WaterPlum, infected more than 30,000 devices with malware between December last year and July this year.
World
japantimes.co.jp
19.09.2026
BOJ’s balancing act with U.S. Treasury chief Bessent is only going to get harder
Nobody likes a back-seat driver. Bank of Japan Gov. Kazuo Ueda now has two — and they want to move at different speeds.
World
japantimes.co.jp
19.09.2026
Japan considers raising nursing care premiums for high-income elderly
The review comes as higher public pension payments burden low-income earners with higher nursing care insurance premiums.
World
japantimes.co.jp
19.09.2026
Japan’s rate hike risks unwinding carry trade - What it means for Azerbaijan?
The global economy has entered a new and potentially more complicated phase in monetary policy. The U.S. Federal Reserve raised its federal funds target range by 25 basis points to 3.75%-4.00%, and th
Azerbaijan
azernews.az
18.09.2026
Russia lodges protest with Japan over US Typhoon missile deployment
Russia’s Foreign Ministry says that it has sent a note to Japan over its hosting of U.S. medium-range missile systems
World
abcnews.com
18.09.2026
Japan tests mobile robotic rubbish bins at Shinjuku Station
Japan's busiest railway station is testing mobile robotic rubbish bins in Tokyo, with the aim of easing the workload of sanitation workers.
World
euronews.com
18.09.2026
Japan raises interest rates to 31-year high as central bankers fight inflation; retail sales rise in Great Britain – business live
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsBritons are increasingly worried about the climate emergency, and job security.New data from the Office for National Statistics shows:The prop
Finance
theguardian.com
18.09.2026
Japan’s Top Broadcasters Unite for First Joint Delegation to MipCancun (EXCLUSIVE)
Ten major Japanese broadcasters are joining forces for the first time to send a joint delegation to MipCancun, marking the country’s first coordinated television market presence outside Asia. The “All
Culture
variety.com
18.09.2026
Japan’s busiest rail station tests robot bins
Shinjuku Station is a sprawling transport complex with multiple rail firms that serve more than 2.7 million passengers every day.
World
japantimes.co.jp
18.09.2026
Yen Swings as Markets Digest Bank of Japan’s Rate Path
Finance
wsj.com
18.09.2026
Bank of Japan raises key interest rate to 1.25%, highest level in 31 years
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) has raised its key interest rate to 1.25%, bringing it to its highest level in 31 years.
Azerbaijan
azernews.az
18.09.2026
Yen Falls After Bank of Japan Raises Key Rate to 30-Year High
Finance
wsj.com
18.09.2026
Bank of Japan Raises Rates, Making U.S. Less Alluring for Tokyo Investors
Finance
wsj.com
18.09.2026
Weather tracker: Thunderstorms hit Spain as Japan braces for typhoon
At least one person dead as stormy weather causes severe flooding in Barcelona and Valencia Intense and slow-moving thunderstorms broke out on Wednesday afternoon across parts of eastern Spain, bringi
World
theguardian.com
18.09.2026