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Business - Financial Times
Japan votes in closest election in years as LDP faces ‘major headwind’
Loss of outright majority could impair Shigeru Ishiba’s ability to push through reform6 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Japan’s new PM in precarious position as country votes in tight election
Shigeru Ishiba may struggle to win majority, undermining his position as Liberal Democratic party leader. Citizens of Japan will be voting in the country’s tightest election in years on Sunday, ...10 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Japan voting for new leader in shadow of scandals
The prime minister announced a snap election despite voter apathy and low approval ratings.10 hours ago -
World - The New York Times
For First Time in Decades, Japan Votes in a Knife-Edge Election
The Japanese electorate seemed poised to punish the Liberal Democrats, even if it does not go so far as to hand power to the opposition.5 hours ago -
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World - ABC News
Japan's ruling party may struggle in Sunday's vote, but its decades of dominance won't end
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s ruling party, dogged by corruption scandals and plunging support for his weeks-old government, faces its toughest challenge in decades in Sunday’s ...2 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Japan’s stock market is producing too many ‘punycorns’
The country urgently needs a vibrant business pipeline to replace the unicorn’s unambitious cousin3 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
North Korea troops in Ukraine would escalate conflict, Putin's closest ally tells BBC
Vladimir Putin's closest ally speaks to Steve Rosenberg about the war, nuclear weapons and relations with the West.3 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Tokyo Metro rises 45% on debut in Japan’s biggest IPO since 2018
Underground railway network has raised $2.3bn in heavily oversubscribed listing4 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Japan maintains cautious stance on crypto ETFs
Tax and regulatory restrictions continue to loom large even as firms make preparations to launch digital asset products4 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Everybody mad at Japan’s new prime minister needs to relax
Knee-jerk criticism of Ishiba misses is that politicians in Japan, like any democracy, make campaign promises that change once they are faced with the realities of governing.4 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
A vote for Donald Trump is a vote for Elon Musk
Donald Trump's potential administration could benefit from Elon Musk's efficiency efforts, as he could be put in charge of a government efficiency commission to cut down on bureaucracy and save ...4 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Navy fires top commanders of ship repair facility in Japan
The Navy over the weekend fired both the commanding and executive officers of a U.S. naval ship repair facility in Yokosuka, Japan, citing "a loss of confidence in their ability to command," ...5 days ago -
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World - Financial Times
Keir Starmer flies into controversy and Japan goes to the polls
Samoa hosts Commonwealth heads of government meeting, IMF reports on global growth and Japan holds snap election6 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Japan "zombie" train spooks passengers ahead of Halloween
A chartered bullet train filled with thrill-seekers descended into a zombie apocalypse just in time for Halloween.October 19 -
World - ABC News
Japan's ruling party headquarters is attacked with firebombs and suspect is arrested
Tokyo police say a man was arrested after throwing several firebombs into the headquarters of Japan’s ruling party in Tokyo, then crashing his car into the fencing of the prime minister’s residenceOctober 19 -
World - Financial Times
Yen resumes decline on doubts over Japan interest rate rises
Currency sinks below ¥150 against US dollar for first time since August surgeOctober 19 -
Top stories - NBC News
Polls show an election that could be the 'closest since Bush v. Gore'
There are few predictions about the November election, let alone the kind of consensus views that defined the final days of the last four presidential campaigns.October 19 -
Business - The New York Times
Man Arrested in Japan After Attack on Governing Party Headquarters
An assailant tried to breach security at the office of the new prime minister, Shigeru Ishiba, the police in Tokyo said.October 19 -
Business - Financial Times
KKR and Bain in all-out $4bn fight for Japan’s Fuji Soft
Private equity titans cause a stir in the country, with a rare battle over Japanese software companyOctober 19 -
Top stories - BBC News
Meet the Tiktokers buying up Japan’s empty homes
Content creators are going viral for renovating abandoned Japanese homes for low prices - but is all as it seems?October 18 -
Tech - GameSpot
This $600 Buzz Lightyear Is The Closest Thing To Real-Life Toy Story
Toy manufacturer Robosen Robotics has announced its next collectible figure, and similar to its line of Transformers, this new toy combines an impressive number of high-tech features with a ...October 18 -
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Sports - Yahoo Sports
Koshidaka Holdings And 2 Other Undiscovered Gems In Japan
Japan's stock markets have experienced a notable rise recently, with the Nikkei 225 Index gaining 2.45% and the broader TOPIX Index up 0.45%, buoyed by yen weakness that has improved profit ...October 18 -
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World - The Guardian
Japan general election: what would it take for the ruling LDP party to be ousted?
Corruption scandals, an economic crisis and widespread leader dissatisfaction have dogged the party yet it remains in contention. All eyes are now on whether it will secure a majority. Bruised by ...October 17 -
World - ABC News
Aging farmers face extreme temperatures as they struggle to maintain Japan's rice crop
In the remote village of Kamimomi in Japan’s western Okayama Prefecture, a small group of rice farmers began their most recent harvest in sweltering heat, two weeks sooner than usualOctober 17 -
World - The Guardian
After Marie Kondo: the return of Japan’s joyful clutter
The world has long been in thrall to the idea that Japan is a haven of controlled, ordered minimalism. But the reality is much different – and far messier – than you might expect. This essay first ...October 17 -
World - The Guardian
Smash-and-grab for Socceroos as they earn precious point in Japan
Australia eke out 1-1 draw to end hosts run of nine wins An own goal at each end decides World Cup qualifier Just 22 days ago, on the day he was announced as the new coach of the Socceroos, Tony ...October 15 -
World - The Guardian
Japan 1-1 Australia: 2026 World Cup qualifier – as it happened
An admirable defensive performance earned the Socceroos a vital and unexpected point in a match of two own goals. The story so far . A reminder that the top two qualify automatically for the 2026 ...October 15 -
World - Financial Times
Ishiba’s election gamble: Japan’s PM fights to keep LDP on track
Reduced majority could impair the prime minister’s ability to tackle economic and demographic challengesOctober 15 -
World - ABC News
Campaigning begins for Japan's parliamentary election
Official campaigning has begun for Japan's Oct. 27 parliamentary electionOctober 15