Japanese firms sue U.S. government for return of collected tariffs
The move comes as the U.S. Supreme Court continues to hear arguments over the legality of the “reciprocal tariffs” and other measures invoked by the Trump administration, to…
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Japanese PM Takaichi quotes anime ‘Attack on Titan’ to encourage investment in Japan at event for Saudi Arabian investors
PM Takaichi outlined the government’s plan to pursue economic growth through public-private investment in strategic sectors such as artificial intelligence and shipbuilding,…
Japan moves to abolish ‘5-category’ rule on defence equipment exports, eyes strengthening industry
By revising an operational guideline of the Three Principles on Transfer of Defence Equipment and Technology, the government and ruling parties aim to make it possible to export…
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.
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.