Buddhist hall housing ‘eternal flame’ burns down in Japan
Buddhist hall housing ‘eternal flame’ burns down in Japan
World
aljazeera.com
21.05.2026
Japan PM: Hormuz closure ‘inflicting enormous impact’ on Asia Pacific
Japan’s PM says the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz is ‘inflicting an ‘enormous impact’ on Asia Pacific.
World
aljazeera.com
04.05.2026
Aragchi had a telephone conversation with his Japanese colleague
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi had a telephone conversation with his Japanese counterpart Toshimitsu Motegi.
Azerbaijan
report.az
03.05.2026
Can Japan’s arms industry gain from Trump trust loss?
Japan's announcement comes at a time when the country is looking to rapidly expand its defence exports.
World
aljazeera.com
15.04.2026
5.9-magnitude earthquake strikes Japan, injuring at least 37
"I would ask residents in the areas where the shaking was particularly strong to remain vigilant for the possibility of another earthquake of a similar magnitude," Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaic
World
euronews.com
23.08.2026
Japan outlines measures to protect infrastructure from cyberattacks
In light of a recent series of ransomware attacks, the draft urges such businesses to take measures, including taking out cybersecurity insurance.
World
japantimes.co.jp
23.08.2026
Nadeshiko Japan’s Saki Kumagai hoping to encourage more girls to play soccer
Kumagai says she hopes her organization, Nadeshiko Care, will inspire young players to set their sights on joining the national team.
World
japantimes.co.jp
23.08.2026
‘Lives at Right Angles’ offers seldom-seen portrayal of autism in Japan
J-pop idol Shota Yasuda crafts an insightful, compelling performance as the autistic protagonist of Syoutarou Kobayasi's "Lives at Right Angles."
World
japantimes.co.jp
23.08.2026
Japan and India hold first event focused on recycling of key minerals
The global market for critical minerals, including rare earths, is dominated by China, making it necessary for both Japan and India to rely heavily on imports.
World
japantimes.co.jp
23.08.2026
A strong earthquake occurred in Japan
An earthquake of 5.9 magnitude occurred in the center of Japan.
Azerbaijan
report.az
22.08.2026
Magnitude 5.9 earthquake rattles Tokyo and eastern Kanto region
Shaking registered lower 5 on Japan's seven-point seismic scale. There was no risk of a tsunami.
World
japantimes.co.jp
22.08.2026
Walk-In “Human Fridges” are Japan’s newest heatwave weapon
Designed to stop heatstroke in its tracks, the "Do Hiemon Box" delivers rapid, targeted cooling during extreme weather.
World
aljazeera.com
22.08.2026
Two workers were found unconscious at a chemical plant in Japan
Two workers who were polishing a pot at a depth of about two meters were found unconscious at the Light Chemical Industry chemical plant in Yasu, Japan.
Azerbaijan
report.az
22.08.2026
Man leaves young son on Mount Fuji before ascending Japan’s highest peak
Boy, seven, had complained of feeling tired so father left him with snacks and a soft drink and continued his climbA man who abandoned his seven-year-old son on Mount Fuji in Japan after the boy compl
World
theguardian.com
22.08.2026
Japan eyes fiscal 2027 assumed bond interest rate at 3.8%
The rate, used to calculate the government's debt-servicing costs, is expected to be raised significantly from 3% in the fiscal 2026 budget.
World
japantimes.co.jp
22.08.2026
U.S.-sanctioned ICC head warns against ‘demise of international rule of law’
In her first public comments since the sanctions, International Criminal Court President Tomoko Akane of Japan said she was "not surprised" by the move.
World
japantimes.co.jp
22.08.2026
Japan dad ditches 7-year-old for hours to climb Mount Fuji
The boy was found alone on a hiking route on Thursday and taken into police custody, a local police officer in Shizuoka Prefecture said Saturday.
World
japantimes.co.jp
22.08.2026
Takaichi takes flak for ‘weak’ responses to U.S. and Russia
Tokyo did not criticize or lodge a protest against the U.S. sanctions on the ICC president or take measures after the Russian leader's trip to a Japanese-claimed island.
World
japantimes.co.jp
22.08.2026
Japan axes Netflix collaboration after outcry over dating show
The Justice Ministry axed the tie-up with "Badly In Love," which features ex-juvenile delinquents, following backlash against what some called the glorification of crimes.
World
japantimes.co.jp
22.08.2026
Japan’s breast cancer screening rules take a big, belated step forward
In June, the health ministry revealed that breast cancer screenings would require doctors to notify patients that they had dense tissue — a potential early warning sign of cancer.
World
japantimes.co.jp
22.08.2026