Japan, US aim for stronger economic cooperation with Asean nations
The two nations aim to counter China, which has increased its economic clout through the building of infrastructure in the region.
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Local Japanese festivals work to decarbonise
The electricity needed for the Aomori Nebuta Festival this year was provided by solar panels on most days, establishing its role as an “environmentally friendly” event.
Japan’s consumer spending hit hard by emergency
According to reports, consumer spending was weak during the first quarter of the year due to the impact state of emergency declared in January.
Kishida postpones departure to US due to typhoon
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will postpone the departure date for his planned trip out of a need to assess the damage caused by Typhoon No. 14 in Japan.
Rent a home in a Unesco World Heritage site for ¥10,000 per month
Currently, the village has 51 residents across 17 households, and six houses are vacant.
Zoos in Japan move to reduce stress for animals in their care
“We want to devise ways to increase the educational effect while incorporating animal welfare”, an official of the Kyoto City Zoo said.
Japan PM Kishida eyes revising system to attract high-skilled foreign workers
The government has been focusing on attracting human resources by giving preferential treatment to high-skilled personnel, rating their expertise and technical skills, among…
‘Dangerous’ Typhoon No. 14 slams into Kagoshima
NHK, which collates information from local authorities, said more than seven million people had been told to move to shelters or take refuge in sturdy buildings during the storm.
Japan’s strict standards are delaying the restart of nuclear reactors
In the past 10 years, electric power companies have applied for the screening of 27 reactors. However, only 17 reactors have passed and only 10 of those reactors have been…
Putin to Xi: Russia values China’s ‘balanced position’ on Ukraine
Russia has moved closer to China since sending its armed forces into Ukraine, a decision that triggered a barrage of sanctions against Moscow.