Graffiti on trees along Kyoto bamboo forest path increasing
While cutting down trees or bamboo is not allowed in the area in principle, the city government plans to do so as a special preservation measure, aiming to push the groves further…
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China halts imports of Japanese aquatic products, citing safety concerns and public backlash
Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning stated that the recent remarks made by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on major issues, including Taiwan, have triggered strong public…
Taiwan President Lai calls on China to exercise self-restraint; says attack on Japan endangers regional peace, stability
President Lai also called on China to demonstrate conduct befitting a major power, according to reports.
Japan’s Princess Aiko receives warm welcome in Laos on 1st official overseas trip
In late October, Princess Aiko received a lecture from Prof. Yoko Kikuchi of Tokyo University of Foreign Studies, who is well-versed in the modern history of Laos. The princess…
Chinese tourists in wait-and-see mode about Japan tours amid spat
Despite tensions, past events suggest a limited impact on Chinese tourism to Japan, with numbers rising to 6.9 million in 2024 despite other issues.
Japan plans to develop system of AI evaluating credibility of other AI models
Under the envisaged system, multiple AI models will be used to verify whether another AI model uses discriminatory expressions or provides biased answers. The results are planned…
China files fresh protest with Japan over PM Takaichi’s remarks
The consultations were held between Liu Jinsong, director-general of the Foreign Ministry's Department of Asian Affairs, and Masaaki Kanai, director-general of the Asian and…
Afghanistan leprosy clinic reopens after 15 years, fulfilling slain Japanese doctor’s wish
The resumption fulfills a long-held goal of Dr. Tetsu Nakamura, a former local representative of an NGO who was shot dead in 2019 at the age of 73 by an armed group in the country.
Japan to issue notice for Japanese students in China to ensure safety amid rising tensions
The measure comes as tensions between Japan and China escalate following China’s fierce backlash against Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s remarks at the Diet regarding a…
Japan, Indonesia agree to boost maritime security cooperation at 2+2 meeting
During the meeting, the two countries discussed the situations in the East China Sea and the South China Sea. Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi, with China in mind, expressed…