Japan

Japan, Philippines to begin formal talks on an intelligence-sharing agreement Japan and the Philippines will start formal negotiations next week on an information security agreement to enable the exchange of …

Mazda unveils new-generation showrooms in Japan with launch of new CX-5 Mazda rolls out new-generation showrooms across Japan to coincide with the launch of the new CX-5, revamping retail spaces …

Creative technologist in Japan: how Steffie Harner built a global freelance career from Tokyo A creative technologist in Japan shares how she turned language school and a coding bootcamp into …

Toyota to Import Taiwan-Made Noah and Voxy Minivans to Japan Toyota to import Taiwan-made Noah and Voxy minivans to Japan in October 2026, with production starting on a dedicated assembly …

Japan property market draws global buyers as corporate disposals open opportunities Shareholder-driven sales are drawing global capital to Japan, rapidly boosting demand for logistics and industrial real estate in the …

Japan Considers “Active Shutdown” of Financial Systems to Counter AI Mutos Cyber Risk Japan’s public-private financial council considers ‘active shutdown’ of banking systems to counter AI Mutos cyber threats, drafting …

Japan-South Korea summit in Andong focuses on energy security, AI and trilateral ties May 19, 2026 Japan-South Korea summit in Andong saw leaders pledge deeper cooperation on energy security, AI …

JGSDF logo pulled after online backlash over skull-and-rifle design JGSDF logo featuring an elephant with a rifle, skull emblem and blue flame was created with generative AI and removed after …

Japan GDP Rises 0.5% in Q1 2026 as Consumption and Exports Rebound Japan’s GDP grew 0.5% quarter-on-quarter in January–March 2026 (annualized 2.1%), driven by sustained private consumption and a recovery …