71％ favor Japan strengthening defense capabilities: Survey
In similar polling conducted both by telephone and mail since 2017, support for defense increases has remained in the 60-70% range.
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Kishida Cabinet approval rating takes a hit from rising prices, among others
The previous strength of the Kishida Cabinet had been its stability, with few scandals, and the cabinet’s approval rating had been solid.
China’s Hong Kong vision a test for world freedoms
The writer says Japan and other democratic countries should be uphold their commitment to promoting the universal values of democracy and human rights.
Handwriting ability on the wane in Japan: Survey
Among other factors, 89.4 per cent of respondents expressed concern over “decreased opportunities to write by hand”.
Japan’s office device manufacturers paying heavy price 20 years in making
With China now locked in a struggle for technological supremacy with the US, Beijing is absorbing the technologies of foreign countries as it seeks to become a more powerful…
Japanese transportation companies look to credit cards as cheaper payment option
Paying for public transportation by credit card is expected to spread further when more overseas tourists come to Japan in the near future.
Japanese fact-checking body for social media aims to counter fake news
With an editorial department consisting of former newspaper reporters and others, the center plans to produce articles on the authenticity of doubtful information circulating on…
Taiwan issue lurks as Japan and China try to feel each other out behind closed doors
When Tokyo and Beijing worked out their joint communique to normalize diplomatic relations in 1972, Taiwan was a focal point.
Japan-China ties showing strain 50 years after normalization of diplomatic relations
Tensions have cast a shadow over dialogue between the Japanese and Chinese leaders.
China’s choice to attend Abe funeral aligned with ranking of Taiwan’s delegates
The selection of Wan Gang was based on the fact that Abe was not the incumbent prime minister.