Japan princess to wed commoner next month
Their marriage is not fully supported by the public.
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Biden hopes for stronger bilateral ties with Japan
.S. President hopes to forge an even stronger relationship with Japan under its next prime minister.
Tokyo Game Show 2021 begins, but virtually
Tokyo Game Show 2021 begins, but virtually .
Is Asia-Pacific ready for rapid aging mega-trend?
In 2050, one in four people will be over the age of 60; three times the number of older persons in 2010.
Kishida elected as LDP president, set to become Japan’s 100th PM
He will be appointed PM on Oct 4 and his term will run through Sep 30, 2024.
How Fumio Kishida might steer Japan as the next Prime Minister
He has vowed to appoint a ministerial aide on human rights issues, rattling China.
LDP elects Kishida as head
Kishida won 257 votes in a runoff to defeat Taro Kono, who won 170 votes.
Japan’s ruling party kingmaker Nikai kept cards close to his chest
Secretary General Toshihiro Nikai's tenure has been the longest in the party's history.
Rare ruby-red soba flowers bloom in Nagano fields
Rare ruby-red buckwheat flowers that are now almost in full bloom in the town of Minowa, Nagano Prefecture.
Election to replace LDP President Suga takes place today
There are sharp differences among the 4 hopefuls over the country's overall energy policy.