Japan's high-stakes gamble to turn island of flowers into global chip hub

The country once led the world in semiconductors and electronics, but over the years it fell behind Taiwan, South Korea and ...

Japan ‘crossed a red line’ with Taiwan remarks, Chinese foreign minister says

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Japan “crossed a red line” with comments by its new leader suggesting a potential military intervention over ...

Japan's first female leader wrestles with sumo's ban on women

The country’s top leaders often present trophies to champions of the national sport. But like other women, Prime Minister ...

Japan’s New Leader Infuriated Beijing. She Isn’t Backing Down.

The workaholic new prime minister is riding high despite the perils of a fight with Beijing.

Japan Says Population Crisis Is ‘Biggest Problem’

The impact is especially pronounced in Japan, which the United Nations has classified as a " super-aged" society —meaning at ...

Japan Blasts China’s UN Letter Claim as Baseless, Urges Dialogue

A Japanese official blasted China’s claims that Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has altered Japan’s position on a Taiwan crisis ...

Hong Kong leader backs China's policy on Japan in first remarks on dispute

Hong Kong's leader John Lee said on Monday his government supported China's diplomatic policy towards Japan and the financial ...

Tender Moments in Japan Transcend a Game’s Violence

Ghost of Yotei is a revenge story at its core, but most stunning are the quiet family connections and treks across beautiful ...

How the China-Japan Rift Could Cost Both Countries

China is trying to impose economic costs on Japan for wading into the issue of Taiwan. But experts say the escalating dispute ...

Early signs for Japan 2026 wages bolster case for near-term BOJ rate hike

Early signs on Japan's annual wage negotiations for next year point to another round of solid pay hikes despite profit ...