K-pop walks tightrope as China-Japan cultural friction deepens
Korean entertainment companies hope their artists will remain insulated from the fallout, but they are watching developments closely.
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Japan plans to export military command, control system to the Philippines
If the plan between the two countries’ governments is realised, it will be the first time Japan exports a command and control system for military purposes.
China delivers another letter to UN chief over Japan’s remarks on Taiwan
In the letter, Fu Cong, China's permanent representative to the UN, said China "firmly opposes" Japan's letter to the UN and called it "dodging the key issues, while groundlessly…
Japan plans national database to track foreign ownership of real estate, land as it weighs new rules
The planned scope of registration would not be limited to property registrations for condominiums and other real estate. It would also include forests and farmland, as well as…
Japan, New Zealand to sign acquisition and cross-servicing agreement in mid-December
The bilateral agreement aims to enhance the two countries’ cooperation with China’s continued aggressive maritime expansion in mind.
Japanese property giants deepen their push into a booming Indian market
One key draw for Japanese developers is India’s low labour costs.
Nine cities, one festival: Japanese Film Festival Indonesia brings Japan to local screens
JFF Indonesia 2025 presents over a dozen Japanese film titles across multiple genres, with theatrical screenings held in nine cities nationwide.
1st ‘One Piece’ flagship store to open in Tokyo’s Shinjuku, limited edition items to be available
About 800 kinds of character figures and other items are on display at the shop, which covers 1,185 square meters. About 500 are limited edition items, including an extra-large…
Japan could expand tax credits for strategic tech investments, eyeing growth in AI, semiconductors
The proposal to expand the R&D Tax Credit System is aimed at encouraging corporate investment in areas critical for economic security and industrial growth.
Japan to tighten screening of foreigners’ residential status by providing information on non-payment of taxes
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi instructed relevant ministers on Nov. 4 to promote measures preventing illegal activities by foreign nationals to realise a society of orderly and…