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Japan announces plans to launch upgraded observation satellites on new flagship rocket's 3rd flight
Japan’s space agency says it's planning to launch a major upgrade to its satellite imaging system, as a new flagship rocket is put to the test for a third timeABC News - World - Japan -
Japan comes face to face with its own space junk
A Tokyo company's satellite encounters a big lump of space debris high above the Earth.BBC News - Top stories - Japan -
Japan zoo discovers male hippo is actually a female
The hippo took a DNA test and it turns out he's 100% a female.CBS News - World - Japan -
Japan's Kishida addresses Congress
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida addressed a joint meeting of Congress Thursday to pledge Japan's ongoing commitment to U.S. efforts in Asia and the Indo-Pacific. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and Nikole Killion break down Kishida's address.CBS News - Top stories - Japan -
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USWNT beats Japan before record friendly crowd
Lindsey Horan converted a penalty kick in the 77th minute and the United States came from behind to defeat Japan 2-1 to open the SheBelieves Cup before a record crowd on Saturday.ESPN - Sports - Japan -
Japanese officials inspect 2 factories making health supplements linked to 5 deaths
Japanese government health officials are inspecting a factory that produces health supplements that have been linked to at least five deaths and the hospitalization of more than 100 othersABC News - World - Japan -
Japan Gives Washington 250 Cherry Trees as Replacements
The trees will replace 140 that will be torn up as part of a restoration project. The capital’s first Japanese cherry trees were a gift from the mayor of Tokyo in 1912.The New York Times - Top stories - Japan -
Japan navy helicopters crash, leaving one dead and seven missing
Defence minister says possibility of a collision between the two helicopters is being analysed. One person was dead and seven missing after two Japanese military helicopters crashed after possibly colliding while out to sea, officials said.. A ...The Guardian - World - Japan -
Riding in Style on Japanese Trains
Luxurious rail cars offer countryside views with a range of cultural itineraries and budgets.The New York Times - Lifestyle - Japan -
Japan issues tsunami warning after massive earthquake rocks Taiwan
Japan, Taiwan and the Philippines have issued tsunami warnings after a massive earthquake hit Taiwan Tuesday. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) said tsunami warnings are in effect for coastal regions of the country. Taiwan experienced a 7.5 ...The Hill - Politics - Japan -
Japan's royal family makes formal debut on Instagram as world's oldest monarchy tries to draw youth
Japan’s imperial family has made an Instagram debut with a barrage of posts, hoping to shake off their reclusive image and reach out to younger people on social mediaABC News - Entertainment - Japan -
Japanese officials inspect 2 factories making health supplements linked to 5 deaths
Japanese government health officials are inspecting a factory that produces health supplements that have been linked to at least five deaths and the hospitalization of more than 100 othersABC News - Top stories - Japan -
Ohtani breaks mark for HRs by Japan-born player
Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani has broken Hideki Matsui's record for the most homers hit by a Japanese-born player in Major League Baseball.ESPN - Sports - Japan -
Everyone in Japan will be called Sato by 2531 unless marriage law changed, says professor
Sato will become the only option by 2531, suggests modelling as part of campaign to overturn outdated law requiring spouses to have same surname. Japanese citizens will all have the same family name in 500 years’ time unless married couples are ...The Guardian - World - Japan -
Japan’s inflation marks two years above BOJ’s target as meeting looms
Japan’s consumer inflation has stayed above the Bank of Japan’s 2% target for two years, government data confirmed Friday, amid speculation over further interest-rate increases.MarketWatch - Business - Japan -
Oracle to invest $8 billion in Japan to meet growing AI, cloud demand
Oracle Corp. plans to invest more than $8 billion in Japan over the next decade to meet growing demand for AI and cloud infrastructure.MarketWatch - Business - Japan -
Japan's Exports Extend Run of Growth
Japan’s exports extended their growth streak for a fourth consecutive month in March, propelled by heightened demand for autos and semiconductors.The Wall Street Journal - World - Japan -
US and Japan announce ‘most significant’ upgrade to military alliance
Joe Biden and Fumio Kishida meet at Washington summit focused on China’s threat in Indo-PacificFinancial Times - World - Japan -
Cherry blossoms, steak and Paul Simon: the Bidens put on a show for Japan’s PM
Fumio and Yuko Kishida honoured with state dinner to recognise ‘flourishing’ relationship between US and Japan, says Jill Biden. Dry-aged rib eye steak, cherry blossoms and Paul Simon playing a selection of his songs will be the centerpieces of a ...The Guardian - World - Japan -
OpenAI opens its first Asia office in Japan as a 'first step' in its commitment to the region
ChatGPT developer OpenAI opened its first Asian office in Tokyo, Japan as the company aims to expand its global presence.CNBC - Business - Japan -
Japan’s Kishida pleads with US to overcome ‘self-doubt’ of global role
Japan’s leader on Thursday issued a passionate plea for Republicans in Congress not to turn away from America’s role as a leader on the world stage, in the face of anxiety over GOP stonewalling of aid for Ukraine and growing isolationism under the ...The Hill - Politics - Japan -
US, Japan to make 'historic' announcements at summit: Official
President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Fumio Kishida hold talks on Wednesday.ABC News - Top stories - Japan -
Is Japan finally becoming a ‘normal’ economy?
Prices are rising, workers are demanding higher pay and the stock market is booming. But the country still has to fix deep-rooted problemsFinancial Times - Business - Japan -
Japan's planning its first lunar steps with the Artemis program
The United States and Japan have entered into an agreement that will change the course of space exploration.The Hill - Politics - Japan -
Japan Consumer Prices Rose at Slightly Slower Pace in March
Japan’s consumer prices rose at a slightly slower pace in March due to lower energy prices but remained well above the central bank’s 2% target.The Wall Street Journal - World - Japan -
When will the Bank of Japan next raise interest rates?
Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week aheadFinancial Times - World - Japan -
Japan’s remarkable call for American leadership
What stood out last week was the fact that a Japanese leader appeared before Congress and told the United States to act like a global power.The Hill - Politics - Japan -
Japan PM: US must overcome ‘self-doubt’ of global role
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Japan PM: US must overcome ‘self-doubt’ of global role Japan’s leader issued a passionate plea Thursday for ...The Hill - Politics - Japan -
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida addresses joint session of Congress: Watch live
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will deliver an address Thursday to a joint session of Congress. His remarks come just a day after President Biden and first lady Jill Biden welcomed Kishida and his wife, Yuko Kishida, to the White House for ...The Hill - Politics - Japan -
Japan to give US 250 new cherry trees to replace ones in D.C. construction
Japan will gift the U.S. 250 new cherry trees to replace those taken down during construction at the Tidal Basin in Washington, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said Wednesday during a visit to the White House. Cherry blossoms, now an icon of the ...The Hill - Politics - Japan -
Clintons, Tim Cook, Jeff Bezos among White House state dinner guests for Japan's Kishida
Former President Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, actor Robert De Niro and figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi are expected to be among the extremely VIP guests at the White House Wednesday for the state dinner for Japan. Also ...The Hill - Politics - Japan -
Verstappen is back after troubles in Australia and claims pole in Japan
Max Verstappen has claimed pole position for the Japanese Grand Prix 0.066 ahead of Red Bull teammate Sergio PerezABC News - Sports - Japan -
Bank of Japan Tankan Survey Shows Mixed Results Amid Rate-Hike Speculation
Sentiment among large Japanese manufacturers worsened for the first time in four quarters, but the survey also sent some positive signals amid speculation over the central bank’s next move.The Wall Street Journal - World - Japan -
A strong earthquake in Japan leaves 9 people with minor injuries
Japanese authorities say that a strong earthquake that struck the country's southwest Japan has left nine people with minor injuriesABC News - World - Japan -
Japan’s Rapidus chip foundry opens U.S. subsidiary in Silicon Valley
Rapidus, a chip contract manufacturer, or foundry, in Japan, announced it set up a U.S. subsidiary and opened an office in Silicon Valley.VentureBeat - Tech - Japan -
Sainz: Red Bull on a different level at Japan GP
Red Bull's dominant display in qualifying proved they are in a different league.ESPN - Sports - Japan -
Stella McCartney Takes Sustainable Market to Japan With Isetan
It will take place in the form of an immersive exhibit on Isetan Tokyo’s third floor, alongside other spaces throughout the store.Yahoo Sports - Sports - Japan -
What the End of Negative Rates Means for Japan
The world’s fourth-largest economy is entering a new era, and there’s a lot at stake.The Wall Street Journal - World - Japan -
U.S. Steel Shareholders Approve Sale to Japan's Nippon Steel
United States Steel shareholders approved the sale in the midst of union opposition and ongoing regulatory reviews.The Wall Street Journal - World - Japan -
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Japan’s small EV battery suppliers feel the heat in race for scale
Tokyo urges alliances to stay competitive but companies wary of giving up controlFinancial Times - World - Japan -
More than just a bowl of noodles, ramen in Japan is an experience and a tourist attraction
Spicy, steaming, slurpy, ramen might be everyone’s favorite Japanese foodABC News - World - Japan -
Japan feels inflation heat from Fed’s ‘higher for longer’ shift
Yen’s 34-year low against dollar complicates task for BoJ governor Kazuo Ueda a month after ending negative rates eraFinancial Times - Business - Japan -
Japan feels inflation heat from Fed’s ‘higher for longer’ shift
Yen’s 34-year low against dollar complicates task for BoJ governor Kazuo Ueda a month after ending negative rates eraFinancial Times - World - Japan -
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Bank of Japan Holds Rates Steady, Expects Inflation to Stay Around 2%
The Bank of Japan kept its interest-rate target unchanged, a month after it made its first rate increase in 17 years.The Wall Street Journal - World - Japan -
Bank of Japan could intervene this week to boost the yen as currency hits 34-year low
The Bank of Japan could intervene to support the yen as soon as Friday, possibly in a move coordinated with the Bank of Korea to help maximize its impact, according to Steven Barrow, head of G-10 strategy at Standard Bank.MarketWatch - Business -
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Goldman Sachs names new Japan chief after abrupt exit of former president
Promotion of Hong Kong based insider Hidehiro Imatsu follows months-long leadership vacuumFinancial Times - Business -
Goldman Sachs names new Japan chief after abrupt exit of former president
Promotion of Hong Kong based insider Hidehiro Imatsu follows months-long leadership vacuumFinancial Times - World -
Mount Fuji view to be blocked as tourists overcrowd popular photo spot
Fujikawaguchiko town official says choice to erect huge barrier is ‘regrettable’ and last resort. A huge barrier to block views of Mount Fuji will be installed at a popular photo spot by Japanese authorities exasperated by crowds of badly behaved ...The Guardian - World -
Yen slumps to fresh 34-year low as Bank of Japan stands pat with no sign of intervention
The Japanese yen fell to a fresh 34-year low versus the U.S. dollar after the Bank of Japan left monetary policy unchanged and gave little indication that intervention to support the currency was imminent.MarketWatch - Business