Japan adopts measures to stamp out invasive longhorn beetle
"We will engage in systematic and wide-area pest control to enable its eradication in Japan," Environment Minister Hirotaka Ishihara said.
World
japantimes.co.jp
12.09.2026
Turkmenistan focuses on strengthening business contacts with Japan
Azerbaijan
trend.az
12.09.2026
Turkmenistan, Japan discuss expanding trade-economic partnership
Azerbaijan
trend.az
12.09.2026
North Korea conducts missile launch toward Sea of Japan
North Korea launched an unidentified projectile toward the Sea of Japan on Saturday. South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff said it had detected the launch but did not provide further details.
Azerbaijan
azernews.az
12.09.2026
Turkmen President seeks broader industrial partnership with Japan
Azerbaijan
trend.az
12.09.2026
Turkmen President receives Japan's economy minister
Azerbaijan
trend.az
12.09.2026
China threat erodes Japanese anger over U.S. bases ahead of vote
Voters in Okinawa have long bristled over hosting U.S. military bases, but a growing acceptance for a stronger military to counter threats from China is changing the calculus.
World
japantimes.co.jp
12.09.2026
Diving into Japan’s art scene, one fair at a time
Usually bringing together hundreds of artists and galleries in one place, art fairs remove the distance, making viewing and comparing a vast array of artworks possible.
World
japantimes.co.jp
12.09.2026
Japan designates 18 regions as green transformation strategy areas
The ministry will support the regions by easing regulations on land use and providing subsidies, aiming to attract investment from Japan and abroad.
World
japantimes.co.jp
12.09.2026
China to raise visa fees sevenfold for Japanese visitors
The decision came after Japan introduced higher visa fees for foreign nationals in July.
World
japantimes.co.jp
12.09.2026
Tesla demos robotaxi in Japan
American electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla has unveiled its first fully autonomous robotaxi, the Cybercab, in Japan.
Azerbaijan
azernews.az
11.09.2026
Forget the Fed. The Bank of Japan could deliver next week’s market shock.
U.S. stock investors should look to the other side of the world for guidance next week.
Finance
marketwatch.com
11.09.2026
American woman allegedly smuggled drugs for free trip to Japan
One of the women told police that she took the job for the money and because "I was attracted by the fact I could go to Japan for free," Nippon TV reported.
World
cbsnews.com
11.09.2026
Uzbekistan, Japan target higher-value critical minerals production
Azerbaijan
trend.az
11.09.2026
Koizumi says Japan not ruling out nuclear subs, days after U.S. offers positive view
Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi refused to rule out any options when it comes to nuclear submarines, as Tokyo looks to boost its defenses.
World
japantimes.co.jp
11.09.2026
Ratio of Japanese singles seeking marriage drops below 80% for first time
The survey results highlighted a declining desire for marriage as more people see few benefits to tying the knot.
World
japantimes.co.jp
11.09.2026
Japan, India, Ukraine: Why some countries are uneasy about new UN map
The countries are not opposed to a new map per se; they're testy about the colour shades.
World
aljazeera.com
11.09.2026
Japan’s Digital Agency says personal information possibly leaked
No secondary damage, such as the misuse of the possibly leaked personal information, has been confirmed so far.
World
japantimes.co.jp
11.09.2026
U.S. women arrested over smuggling of $1 million worth of cannabis into Japan
One suspect claimed she was motivated by the idea of a free trip to Japan.
World
japantimes.co.jp
11.09.2026
Sentiment turns positive among big Japanese firms in July-September
Stronger semiconductor-related demand and more customers at hotels and restaurants were reported in the business survey conducted by the government.
World
japantimes.co.jp
11.09.2026