Japan New coronavirus variant detected in Japan in travellers from Brazil The discovery of new variant came as Japan's regional governments requested a state of emergency be declared in their prefectures to combat a rising in coronavirus infections. 10/01/2021
No Comment Toyosu fish market holds first tuna auction of 2021 The most expensive fish of the day was a 208-kilogram bluefin, which was sold for around €166,000. 05/01/2021
Spotlight How Japan uses technology to make us feel closer during the pandemic In partnership with The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan Japan has been a world leader in electronics for decades. And this is proving valuable to help the country tackle the communication issues the Covid-19 pandemic has created, and solve the problem of isolation. 04/01/2021
Japan Japan tightens ban on foreign arrivals over new coronavirus variant Seven cases of the new variant have already been detected in Japan, according to local health authorities. 27/12/2020
Explore How a clash of cultures transformed Tokyo's Harajuku district In partnership with Tokyo Metropolitan Government Explore Harajuku and the trendy Takeshita Street with its “Kawaii” fashion stores and, away from the hustle and bustle of shopping streets, discover the historic landmarks like the Meiji shrine and the peaceful Yoyogi park. 23/12/2020
Spotlight Japan keeps culture alive during the pandemic In partnership with The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan We take a look at the ways Japan is getting its traditional theatre performances known as Kabuki out to audiences during the pandemic. Then we go for a stroll to an open-air art festival specially adapted to COVID times. 22/12/2020
No Comment Japan braces for heavy snowfall in mountainous areas Weather officials in Japan warned that there will be more heavy snow this weekend, mainly in the mountainous areas of Hokkaido, Hokuriku and Kanto-Koshin regions. 19/12/2020
Spotlight How Japan is assisting foreigners during the COVID-19 pandemic In partnership with The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan Across the world, people are adjusting to the 'new COVID-19 normal’. The economic and social landscape in Japan, as elsewhere, looks very different now. We look at how Japan is facing the challenges of life during a pandemic through the stories of people on the ground. 15/12/2020
Australia First samples of asteroid subsurface recovered in Australian outback Japan's space agency has made history by successfully capturing and returning subsurface material from an asteroid for the first time. 06/12/2020
No Comment This robot in Japan can detect if customers aren't wearing face masks It's been introduced into a shop in Japan to ensure customers are following COVID-19 guidelines. 26/11/2020
No Comment Small protest in Tokyo amid hope delayed Olympics will go ahead The Tokyo Olympics were scheduled for last summer but put back a year because of the coronavirus pandemic. 17/11/2020
No Comment Japanese emperor's brother proclaimed first in line to throne Japanese Emperor Naruhito's younger brother, Crown Prince Fumihito, was formally sworn in on Sunday as first in line to the Chrysanthemum Throne. 08/11/2020
Green News Japan plans to be carbon neutral by 2050 Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga made the pledge in his first address to the Japanese parliament. 29/10/2020
United Kingdom UK signs 'historic' trade agreement with Japan Japan is the UK's 11th largest export market with the value of trade between the two countries reaching £29 billion (€32 billion) in 2018. 23/10/2020
Experiences Virtual tours: See Europe’s top travel destinations without leaving your couch Confined or simply no desire to leave home? Here are some of the most famous travel destinations that are available to visit online 13/10/2020
Culture news French-Japanese designer Kenzo Takada dies due to COVID-19 aged 81 Kenzo Takada was best known for his jungle-infused designs and free-spirited aesthetic. He died from COVID-19 complications in hospital. 05/10/2020
Japan Yoshihide Suga formally elected Japan's prime minister, succeeding Abe Long seen as Abe's right-hand man, Suga has promised to pursue his predecessor's unfinished policies and prioritise fighting the coronavirus pandemic. 16/09/2020
Japan Yoshihide Suga set to become Japanese prime minister after party vote The Liberal Democratic party's vote came after Shinzo Abe stepped down due to health concerns. 14/09/2020
United Kingdom UK secures free trade agreement with Japan in first deal post-Brexit The UK announced a new free trade agreement with Japan, the first major deal since Brexit. 11/09/2020
No Comment Typhoon Haishen batters southern Japan The second powerful typhoon to slam Japan in a week damaged buildings and caused blackouts in nearly half a million homes. 07/09/2020