Japan

Economy

Japan on track to become world’s third-largest defence spender

A record defence budget and an expanding missile and drone programme mark a decisive shift for Japan, as it clears path to become the world’s third-largest military spender.

26/12/2025

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More than a dozen people injured in a knife and chemical attack at a factory in Japan

A man was arrested in Japan after a violent attack at the Yokohama Rubber Company, leaving eight people stabbed and others injured by a suspected bleach chemical.

26/12/2025

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Hundreds join annual year-end clean at Kyoto's major Buddhist temples

Hundreds joined the annual year-end clean at Kyoto's Higashi-Honganji and Nishi-Honganji temples, a 500-year-old tradition to prepare for the New Year.

22/12/2025

Tech News

Woman marries video game character created through ChatGPT

'You taught me love': Japanese woman marries AI partner after 100 daily messages as concern over 'AI psychosis' rises.

18/12/2025

Japan

Euronews marks a decade of storytelling partnership with Japan

Last week, Euronews celebrated 10 years of its partnership with Japan, marking a decade of high-quality journalism and shared vision.

10/12/2025

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Japan earthquake caught on videos

Social media videos show the moment a 7.5 quake struck Japan overnight, with residents filming intense shaking and damage inside their homes.

09/12/2025

Travel News

Is travel to Japan still safe after the earthquake?

The ‘megaquake’ warning is the first since the category was introduced in 2022.

09/12/2025

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Japan evaluates impact after 7.5 offshore earthquake near Aomori

Japan is assessing damage and monitoring aftershocks after a 7.5 magnitude offshore earthquake caused minor injuries and light structural impacts.

09/12/2025

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Magnitude 7.5 earthquake strikes off Japan's northern coast

Nuclear power plants in the region conducted safety checks, public broadcaster NHK said.

08/12/2025

Sport

Japan dominate Day 2 with spectacular performances in Tokyo

Day 2 in Tokyo showcased Japan’s strength as Kondo, Tanaka, Abe, Ikeda, Tanaka Ryuga and Oino all claimed gold, with Korea securing a strong +78kg result through Hyeonji Lee. An intense final day delivered a fitting conclusion to the 2025 Tokyo Grand Slam.

07/12/2025

Japan

Japanese stars shine on Day 1 of the Tokyo Grand Slam

Day 1 in Tokyo delivered top-level judo as Koga, Murao, Abe, Sulamanidze, Omori, Endovitskii and Kaju all claimed gold. With several all-Japan finals and world champions in action, the event opened in spectacular fashion. A powerful start to the 2025 Tokyo Grand Slam.

06/12/2025

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In the Footsteps of TOKUGAWA Ieyasu: Chubu’s living samurai heritage

Partner content presented by Japan National Tourism Organization

The Chubu region, situated in central Japan between the major hubs of Tokyo and Kyoto, offers travelers a profound opportunity to experience history through the life and legacy of TOKUGAWA Ieyasu (1543-1616), the founder of the Tokugawa Shogunate (1603-1867).

05/12/2025

Series

Inside Tokyo’s culinary heritage scene through its chefs

In partnership with Tokyo Metropolitan Government

Two renowned Tokyo chefs, Kimio Nonaga and Yahei Suzuki, open a window into the city’s culinary heritage, from centuries-old neighbourhoods to bustling markets and contemporary inspirations.

04/12/2025

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Ai robots in Tokyo showcase future tech advancements

AI-powered robots are attracting crowds in Tokyo, showcasing the latest in robot technology. Highlights include a humanoid robot performing mock disaster tasks.

04/12/2025

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Japan’s Water Story: a journey through the Hokuriku-Shinetsu region

Partner content presented by Japan National Tourism Organization

Water is not just a resource in Japan’s Hokuriku-Shinetsu region; it is the very foundation of the land, its culture and the enduring resilience of its people.

03/12/2025

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Japan: Record-price yellowtail sells for over 22,000 euros at Ishikawa’s first winter auction

A Kirameki-branded winter yellowtail from quake-hit Noto fetched a record-tying 4 million yen at Ishikawa Prefecture’s first auction of the season.

02/12/2025

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Tracing the Edo Shogun Roads: Kanto’s highways of heritage and craftsmanship

Partner content presented by Japan National Tourism Organization

The Kanto region, defined by the expansive Greater Tokyo Area, is recognised for its dynamic modernity, towering architecture, advanced technology and bustling commerce.

01/12/2025

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Sake and flavours: a journey through Tohoku

Partner content presented by Japan National Tourism Organization

As its Japanese name suggests, the region of Tohoku extends to the northeast of the archipelago. It includes the six prefectures of Aomori, Iwate, Miyagi, Akita, Yamagata and Fukushima, located between Tokyo to the south and the island of Hokkaido to the north.

29/11/2025

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Exploring Tokyo with VTuber Sakura Miko and Executive Chef Haruyuki Yamashita

In partnership with Tokyo Metropolitan Government

Tokyo’s blend of ancient tradition and modern pop culture comes into focus as VTuber Sakura Miko and Executive Chef Haruyuki Yamashita share the places that define the city for them.

27/11/2025

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Hokkaido: a journey of snow, culture and cuisine

Partner content presented by Japan National Tourism Organization

Each winter, Japan’s northernmost island, Hokkaido, transforms into a spectacular wonderland of deep snow and vibrant culture.

27/11/2025

Travel News

UK and European travellers can now get free domestic flights in Japan

Amid rising overtourism in popular cities such as Tokyo and Kyoto, Japan has introduced a new way of encouraging travel to lesser-visited areas.

25/11/2025

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Tokyo’s centuries-old Tori-no-ichi festival attracts visitors to Ootori Shrine

Tokyo’s annual Tori-no-ichi festival attracted large crowds at Ootori Shrine on Monday, with visitors buying traditional kumade rakes believed to bring prosperity.

24/11/2025

Focus

Expo 2025 ends with global dialogue on life and sustainability

In partnership with Cabinet Secretariat

Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan concluded with a final dialogue on sustainability and innovation. Throughout the event, the Theme Weeks offered a platform for different sections of society to exchange ideas on how to create a better tomorrow.

20/11/2025

Global Japan

Japan’s food tech innovations target global food security challenges

In partnership with The Government of Japan

From automated vertical farms to soil-free film farming, Japan is developing technologies that could revolutionise global agriculture, reducing land, water, and labour use while empowering small farmers.

20/11/2025

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Fire in Japan burns 170 homes and forces mass evacuations

Firefighters in Oita, Japan, were battling an out-of-control fire Wednesday morning that has burned through a neighborhood.

19/11/2025

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Japan leads international mine action push to rebuild Ukraine

In partnership with The Government of Japan

Japan is leading a global effort to help Ukraine recover from one of the world’s most dangerous legacies of war, millions of landmines contaminating its soil.

18/11/2025