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U.S.-Iran peace deal lifts Tokyo and Seoul markets as oil prices retreat Market optimism over a U.S.-Iran peace deal sent Tokyo and Seoul stocks higher on Monday, while oil prices …

Tokyo tree canopy shrinking as multi-unit housing and low‑maintenance plantings replace gardens Tokyo tree canopy is shrinking as multi-unit housing replaces private gardens and municipal planting choices favor low‑maintenance species, …

Japan birth rate hits record low in 2025 as births fall to 671,236 Japan birth rate plunged to a record low in 2025: births dropped to 671,236 and the total …

Indonesia trade surplus narrows to six-year low as imports surge Indonesia trade surplus fell to its smallest in over six years in April as a weaker rupiah, rising global costs …

Palm oil prices plunge as Prabowo’s export policy and fertilizer shock squeeze Indonesian smallholders Indonesia’s palm oil sector reels after a sudden export policy change and soaring fertilizer costs, forcing …

Japan population falls to 123.05 million in preliminary 2025 census, only Tokyo and Okinawa see growth Japan population drops to 123.05 million in preliminary 2025 census released May 29, 2026; …

Yen Weakens Past 160 as Hormuz Blockade Sends Oil Prices and Inflation Fears Higher Yen falls past 160 to the dollar as Hormuz blockade pushes oil prices up, JGB yields …

Tai Chi Health Benefits Gain Attention as World Tai Chi Day Highlights Balance, Immunity and Sleep World Tai Chi Day events spotlight Tai Chi health benefits, with research showing gains …

Golden Week budget falls to ¥27,660 as inflation and weak yen curb holiday spending Intage survey finds average Golden Week budget at ¥27,660 in 2026, down 5.4% as inflation, weaker …