http://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:45:03 +0200 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:45:03 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png http://www.euronews.com http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/28/tsunami-alert-follows-powerful-earthquake-in-southwest-japan http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/07/28/tsunami-alert-follows-powerful-earthquake-in-southwest-japan Tue, 28 Jul 2026 14:40:56 +0200 Japan issued a tsunami alert after a 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Kyushu, damaging buildings, cutting power and prompting emergency response efforts. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/28/tsunami-warning-lifted-in-southern-japan-after-71-quake http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/28/tsunami-warning-lifted-in-southern-japan-after-71-quake Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:56:38 +0200 Police received reports of an explosion at the Aeon Mall outlet in the Kumamoto region but the force did not provide information on damage or any casualties. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/27/a-new-hello-kitty-hotel-in-tokyo-allows-guests-to-check-in-but-not-stay http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/27/a-new-hello-kitty-hotel-in-tokyo-allows-guests-to-check-in-but-not-stay Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:34:34 +0200 At this hotel-inspired exhibition in Tokyo, Sanrio fans can check-in with a room key, explore rooms, a garden and beach zone, but can’t stay the night. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/17/japan-revises-imperial-succession-law-but-retains-ban-on-female-emperors http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/17/japan-revises-imperial-succession-law-but-retains-ban-on-female-emperors Fri, 17 Jul 2026 08:31:23 +0200 Nationwide opinion polls in Japan have suggested broad public support for a female emperor, but some conservative political figures remain opposed to the idea. http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/11/japanese-school-teaches-children-how-to-stay-safe-around-wild-bears http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/11/japanese-school-teaches-children-how-to-stay-safe-around-wild-bears Sat, 11 Jul 2026 06:20:14 +0200 Children at a primary school in central Japan are taking part in a bear awareness programme, learning how to safely coexist with wild bears as sightings remain common in the area. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/06/dusits-new-scenic-lakeside-retreat-in-hokkaido-has-villas-open-air-bathing-and-a-wooden-ca http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/07/06/dusits-new-scenic-lakeside-retreat-in-hokkaido-has-villas-open-air-bathing-and-a-wooden-ca Mon, 06 Jul 2026 06:00:58 +0200 For a peaceful escape in northern Japan, WE Hotel Toya, Dusit Collection offers guests a scenic night’s sleep overlooking Lake Tōya. There are also Japanese and Thai delicacies to choose from, made with locally sourced ingredients, as well as a spa and indoor hot baths. http://www.euronews.com/health/2026/07/02/breastfeeding-linked-to-longer-sleep-in-babies-first-year-study-finds http://www.euronews.com/health/2026/07/02/breastfeeding-linked-to-longer-sleep-in-babies-first-year-study-finds Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:00:50 +0200 Japanese researchers found that one-year-olds who were breastfed during their first six months slept for longer than those who were formula-fed. One possible explanation is that the nutrients in formula remain largely fixed, while breast milk adapts to a baby's changing nutritional needs. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/06/30/japanese-yen-sinks-to-40-year-low-against-the-us-dollar-as-intervention-looms http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/06/30/japanese-yen-sinks-to-40-year-low-against-the-us-dollar-as-intervention-looms Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:57:40 +0200 The Japanese yen has dropped to its lowest level against the US dollar in four decades, putting markets on alert for urgent action by Tokyo to halt a slide that record intervention and higher interest rates have so far failed to stop. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/30/cmon-queen-naomi-osaka-wows-wimbledon-crowd-with-kill-bill-inspired-kimono http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/06/30/cmon-queen-naomi-osaka-wows-wimbledon-crowd-with-kill-bill-inspired-kimono Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:55:51 +0200 Japan's four-time major winner paid tribute to her nation's culture by arriving for her opening match at Wimbledon in a full-length kimono - entirely white to adhere to the tournament's strict dress code rules. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/30/brazil-fans-erupt-after-dramatic-world-cup-win-over-japan http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/30/brazil-fans-erupt-after-dramatic-world-cup-win-over-japan Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:20:05 +0200 Brazil fans celebrate a dramatic 2-1 win over Japan in São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Houston after Gabriel Martinelli's late World Cup winner. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/26/turkey-produces-last-minute-winner-to-beat-the-us-as-germany-end-win-streak-with-loss-to-e http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/26/turkey-produces-last-minute-winner-to-beat-the-us-as-germany-end-win-streak-with-loss-to-e Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:57:32 +0200 The final matchday saw teams take on both more cautious and reckless approaches as they looked to secure qualification into the knockout stages. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/26/japan-fans-flood-shibuya-as-world-cup-draw-with-sweden-sets-up-brazil-clash http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/26/japan-fans-flood-shibuya-as-world-cup-draw-with-sweden-sets-up-brazil-clash Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:45:37 +0200 Japan reach World Cup last 32 after 1-1 draw with Sweden on 26 June, prompting celebrations across Tokyo. , sparking huge celebrations in Tokyo’s Shibuya. They now face Brazil in the knockout stage. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/23/belgian-royals-roll-out-red-carpet-for-japans-emperor http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/23/belgian-royals-roll-out-red-carpet-for-japans-emperor Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:32:08 +0200 Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako received a ceremonial welcome at the Royal Palace of Brussels as they began a state visit to Belgium. http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/23/japans-emperor-and-empress-arrive-in-belgium-for-state-visit http://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/06/23/japans-emperor-and-empress-arrive-in-belgium-for-state-visit Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:33:08 +0200 The arrival of Japan's emperor and empress in Belgium marks a symbolic moment for two countries whose partnership stretches back more than a century and a half. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/23/japan-launches-supreme-class-bullet-train-airline-style-private-cabins http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/23/japan-launches-supreme-class-bullet-train-airline-style-private-cabins Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:37:22 +0200 Already renowned for their speed and comfort, Japan's Shinkansen bullet trains are about to become even more luxurious, with new private suites set to launch this autumn featuring lockable doors, reclining seats and dedicated Wi-Fi. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/22/japan-to-increase-visa-fees-by-more-than-five-times-starting-on-1-july http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/22/japan-to-increase-visa-fees-by-more-than-five-times-starting-on-1-july Mon, 22 Jun 2026 20:31:44 +0200 Japan wants to help manage the rising costs of its immigration system by making tourist visas significantly more expensive in the first fee increase in nearly half a century. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/21/japan-fans-keep-world-cup-clean-up-tradition-alive http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/21/japan-fans-keep-world-cup-clean-up-tradition-alive Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:50:22 +0200 Japanese fans once again cleaned the stands after Japan's 4-0 World Cup victory over Tunisia, continuing a tradition that has become a symbol of respect and sportsmanship. Supporters collected rubbish in the stadium before leaving, a gesture that has drawn admiration at every World Cup since 1998. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/17/netherlands-hosts-japans-emperor-naruhito-to-boost-400-year-ties http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/17/netherlands-hosts-japans-emperor-naruhito-to-boost-400-year-ties Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:51:08 +0200 The Netherlands welcomed Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako to Amsterdam on 17 June during an official visit aimed at celebrating the long-standing relationship between the two countries. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/15/want-to-book-a-life-changing-holiday-then-travel-to-these-destinations http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/15/want-to-book-a-life-changing-holiday-then-travel-to-these-destinations Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:00:46 +0200 Searching for more than a beach break? These are the places that travellers say transformed their lives when they returned home. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/10/amaterasu-performance-marks-160-years-of-belgium-japan-relations-in-brussels http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/10/amaterasu-performance-marks-160-years-of-belgium-japan-relations-in-brussels Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:39:02 +0200 The Japanese performance Amaterasu was staged at Brussels Town Hall as part of celebrations marking the 160th anniversary of relations between Belgium and Japan. Organised by Be-Japon, the event showcased Japanese heritage through kimono fashion and brought together cultural enthusiasts. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/09/bear-captured-after-roaming-through-japanese-city http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/09/bear-captured-after-roaming-through-japanese-city Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:06:29 +0200 Authorities in Utsunomiya, north of Tokyo, captured a bear after a multi-day search linked to several sightings. Security camera footage showed the animal running through a shopping arcade, prompting school closures and safety warnings. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/03/if-you-throw-trash-you-lose-cash-tokyo-tourist-district-introduces-littering-fines http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/06/03/if-you-throw-trash-you-lose-cash-tokyo-tourist-district-introduces-littering-fines Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:51:29 +0200 Visitors caught dropping rubbish in Tokyo’s popular Shibuya ward will now be fined on the spot as authorities battle the side effects of Japan’s record tourism boom. http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/02/bear-injures-four-in-residential-area-of-japan-as-annual-number-of-attacks-rises http://www.euronews.com/2026/06/02/bear-injures-four-in-residential-area-of-japan-as-annual-number-of-attacks-rises Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:58:40 +0200 Japan's Environment Ministry said 13 people were killed in more than 230 bear attacks in 2025, exceeding the number of fatalities and attacks in any preceding year. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/02/moment-bear-chases-and-attacks-workers-in-japan http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/06/02/moment-bear-chases-and-attacks-workers-in-japan Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:17:38 +0200 CCTV footage captured a bear chasing and attacking a worker outside a factory in Fukushima. Four people were injured as the animal wandered through a residential area, prompting a large-scale response by police and emergency services. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/26/north-korea-fires-projectiles-including-ballistic-missile-into-yellow-sea-seoul-says http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/26/north-korea-fires-projectiles-including-ballistic-missile-into-yellow-sea-seoul-says Tue, 26 May 2026 08:46:59 +0200 The North has also repeatedly shunned efforts by the South Korean government to improve relations, repeatedly calling Seoul its most "hostile" adversary. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/25/tokyo-governor-urges-global-capitals-to-share-best-practices-in-astana-visit http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/25/tokyo-governor-urges-global-capitals-to-share-best-practices-in-astana-visit Mon, 25 May 2026 17:26:41 +0200 Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike discussed hydrogen energy, AI cooperation and urban resilience during visits to the Netherlands and Kazakhstan. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/25/around-20-people-injured-after-spraying-incident-at-tokyo-mall-atm-police-say http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/25/around-20-people-injured-after-spraying-incident-at-tokyo-mall-atm-police-say Mon, 25 May 2026 08:01:23 +0200 Roads around the building in the shopping district of Ginza, where the mall is located, were blocked off following the incident, and fire trucks lined the street. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/05/21/ancient-buddhist-hall-with-1000-year-old-eternal-flame-burns-in-japan http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/05/21/ancient-buddhist-hall-with-1000-year-old-eternal-flame-burns-in-japan Thu, 21 May 2026 21:32:57 +0200 A Buddhist hall on Japan’s Miyajima Island that housed an “eternal flame” believed to have burned for more than 1,000 years was destroyed in a fire, with aerial footage showing the building engulfed in flames. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/18/japan-arrests-us-nationals-after-one-entered-enclosure-at-viral-baby-monkey-punchs-zoo http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/18/japan-arrests-us-nationals-after-one-entered-enclosure-at-viral-baby-monkey-punchs-zoo Mon, 18 May 2026 09:44:05 +0200 The baby monkey became an internet star this year after the zoo posted photos of Punch clutching an IKEA plush orangutan for comfort after being rejected by his mother. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/17/japans-pokemon-travel-trend-flies-high-with-new-themed-airport http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/05/17/japans-pokemon-travel-trend-flies-high-with-new-themed-airport Sun, 17 May 2026 13:28:06 +0200 A regional airport in Japan is getting a Pokémon-inspired makeover as part of post-earthquake recovery efforts. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/05/16/baby-dolls-whale-songs-and-swimming-in-urine-the-venice-biennales-must-see-national-pavili http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/05/16/baby-dolls-whale-songs-and-swimming-in-urine-the-venice-biennales-must-see-national-pavili Sat, 16 May 2026 11:14:43 +0200 The national pavilions that chime with Kouoh’s core values of nurture, intimacy and reflection are those that quietly steal this year’s spotlight. http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/01/japanese-man-arrested-after-wifes-remains-found-in-zoo-incinerator-officials-say http://www.euronews.com/2026/05/01/japanese-man-arrested-after-wifes-remains-found-in-zoo-incinerator-officials-say Fri, 01 May 2026 13:16:26 +0200 The victim once told her relatives that her husband was threatening to "burn you until no trace of you will be left," public broadcaster NHK said, citing investigative sources. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/27/gotta-stay-in-em-all-japan-hotel-brand-expands-pokemon-room-range http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/27/gotta-stay-in-em-all-japan-hotel-brand-expands-pokemon-room-range Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:13:02 +0200 Every stay includes special-edition MIMARU-original merchandise, such as themed fabric bags and collectable items. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/26/new-hotels-in-japan-the-standout-openings-to-book-in-2026 http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/26/new-hotels-in-japan-the-standout-openings-to-book-in-2026 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 07:00:18 +0200 From Kyoto heritage stays to a converted prison in Nara, Japan’s newest hotels reflect a shift towards design, identity and experience-led travel. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/04/23/a-robot-sony-built-with-ai-is-defeating-human-pros-at-table-tennis http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/04/23/a-robot-sony-built-with-ai-is-defeating-human-pros-at-table-tennis Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:54:16 +0200 Japanese electronics giant Sony built the robotic arm it calls Project Ace and pitted it against professional athletes. http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/20/japan-issues-tsunami-warning-after-powerful-74-magnitude-earthquake http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/20/japan-issues-tsunami-warning-after-powerful-74-magnitude-earthquake Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:35:11 +0200 Authorities have urged residents of the affected areas to seek higher ground, heed safety instructions and exercise caution. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/17/dont-hike-naked-in-switzerland-top-tips-for-first-time-travellers http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/17/dont-hike-naked-in-switzerland-top-tips-for-first-time-travellers Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:00:30 +0200 Think twice before you tip, throw coins in ponds or miss out on an opportunity to chat with a local. Lonely Planet and other experts share the unwritten rules of travelling abroad for the first time. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/15/these-train-journeys-have-the-best-views-according-to-eye-tracking-technology http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/15/these-train-journeys-have-the-best-views-according-to-eye-tracking-technology Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:46:07 +0200 Japan’s Sagano Romantic Train takes the crown, while three of the top five routes are in Europe. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/15/travelling-to-japan-in-2026-here-are-the-new-taxes-and-price-hikes-you-need-to-know-about http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/15/travelling-to-japan-in-2026-here-are-the-new-taxes-and-price-hikes-you-need-to-know-about Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:27:50 +0200 Some of the increased fees apply to all travellers, but some can be avoided depending on when you visit and where you stay. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/07/japan-enacts-largest-state-budget-in-history-worth-664-billion http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/07/japan-enacts-largest-state-budget-in-history-worth-664-billion Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:34:51 +0200 The upper house of the Japanese parliament has enacted a state budget of ¥122.3 trillion (€664bn), the largest allocation in the country's history. The move reflects PM Takaichi's goal of an expansionary fiscal policy. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/04/06/revellers-parade-giant-phalluses-at-japans-fertility-festival http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/04/06/revellers-parade-giant-phalluses-at-japans-fertility-festival Mon, 06 Apr 2026 11:00:45 +0200 Crowds pack Kawasaki for Kanamara Matsuri, Japan’s colourful fertility festival using phallic shrines to celebrate life and challenge sex taboos. http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/01/macron-lauds-europes-predictability-on-visit-to-japan-in-apparent-swipe-at-trump http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/01/macron-lauds-europes-predictability-on-visit-to-japan-in-apparent-swipe-at-trump Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:04:30 +0200 Macron's office had expressed surprise at Trump's criticism of France for not letting planes carrying military supplies for the conflict fly over its territory. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/03/30/office-chair-grand-prix-rolls-through-japanese-streets http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/03/30/office-chair-grand-prix-rolls-through-japanese-streets Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:39:05 +0200 The ISU-1 Grand Prix in Japan is a two-hour office chair race where teams rotate riders, entertain crowds and compete for a grand prize of 90 kilos of rice. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/03/27/japan-tokyo-sakura-season-begins-with-ueno-park-picnics http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/03/27/japan-tokyo-sakura-season-begins-with-ueno-park-picnics Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:26:09 +0100 Japan officially entered cherry blossom season in Tokyo on Thursday after the Japan Meteorological Agency confirmed the first blooming of Somei Yoshino trees at Yasukuni Shrine. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/03/20/new-luxury-farm-resort-from-the-founder-of-aman-set-to-open-in-japan-next-month http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/03/20/new-luxury-farm-resort-from-the-founder-of-aman-set-to-open-in-japan-next-month Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:20:57 +0100 Azuma Farm Koiwai, which has just 24 guest rooms, was created in collaboration with Adrian Zecha’s Azumi brand and East Japan Railway Company (JR East). http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/03/20/watch-trumps-pearl-harbor-joke-tests-us-japan-alliance-amid-iran-tensions http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/03/20/watch-trumps-pearl-harbor-joke-tests-us-japan-alliance-amid-iran-tensions Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:31:59 +0100 Donald Trump joked about Pearl Harbor while urging Sanae Takaichi to expand Japan’s role in securing the Strait of Hormuz, drawing a muted response. http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/18/rattled-by-trump-japan-seeks-closer-ties-with-europe http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/18/rattled-by-trump-japan-seeks-closer-ties-with-europe Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:36:11 +0100 Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi meets US President Donald Trump this Thursday in Washington. A long-planned visit upended by the Iran war. It's a tricky moment for the Japanese leader who needs to balance Trump's unpredictability with Tokyo's security needs. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/03/12/japan-tourism-is-booming-as-travellers-look-beyond-tokyo-and-kyoto http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/03/12/japan-tourism-is-booming-as-travellers-look-beyond-tokyo-and-kyoto Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:32:59 +0100 Authentic experiences and adventure are driving growth in Japan, while next year’s Green Expo in Yokohama will bring natural and cultural sites to the fore. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/03/05/japanese-startup-rocket-launch-fails-shortly-after-takeoff http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/03/05/japanese-startup-rocket-launch-fails-shortly-after-takeoff Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:12:00 +0100 Japanese startup Space One aborted the launch of its Kairos rocket shortly after liftoff, ending its attempt to become the country’s first private company to put a satellite into orbit. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/02/26/japan-tests-ai-robot-monk-buddharoid-to-guide-buddhist-faithful http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/02/26/japan-tests-ai-robot-monk-buddharoid-to-guide-buddhist-faithful Thu, 26 Feb 2026 09:45:02 +0100 An AI powered robot monk called Buddharoid debuts in a Kyoto temple, answering personal questions and raising new questions about faith and technology.