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Sanae Takaichi goes through her first obstacle as Japan's 1st female PM: Meeting Trump
Known for her controversial views on social issues such as an eye for patriarchy, Japan's first female Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, faces her first obstacle — meeting the USA's President Trump.
F-35 Missiles: Donald Trump Warns of 'Winning' Wars as Japan Gets New US Arms
US President Donald Trump visited the USS George Washington in Japan. During his speech, he confirmed the arrival of the first batch of F-35 missiles.
Trump and Takaichi Forge Rare Earths Deal to Bolster US-Japan Trade Power
Trump and Japan's Sanae Takaichi sign rare earths pact in Tokyo, deepening trade and defence ties while honouring Abe's legacy.
What Is Japan's New Yen-Pegged Stablecoin — And Why It Could Be The Future Of Money
Japan has launched the world's first yen-pegged stablecoin, marking a major step toward digital money backed by government bonds. Here's how this innovation could reshape Japan's economy and the global future of finance.
Thatcher 2.0? How the UK's Iron Lady Inspired Japan's New Premier Sanae Takaichi
Japan's first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, draws Thatcher comparisons as she steps into power with a bold yet deeply conservative agenda.
Where Is Torenza? Does the Viral Passport Woman's Country Have Any Geographical Proof — or Is It Purely Fictional?
The viral Torenza passport woman video from JFK Airport has sparked global curiosity, but experts have given a very different verdict. Torenza's location on Earth is in question.
Tsunami Warning in Japan: Is the 'Japanese Baba Vanga's' 1999 Prediction Finally Coming True?
Tatsuki, a self-described dream journaler turned cult manga figure, had warned of a catastrophic tsunami in the summer of 2025.
Trump Threatens Japan With 35% Tariff, Escalating Trade Tensions Ahead of US Election
Donald Trump doubts that the US will reach a new deal with Japan. If not, POTUS says he'll impose up to 35% tariff on Tokyo.
Takahiro Shiraishi 'Twitter Killer' Executed: What His Hanging Reveals About Japan's Justice and Death Penalty System
Takahiro Shiraishi, Japan's 'Twitter Killer', was executed on 2 July for murdering nine people in 2017 after luring them online through suicide-related messages.
McDonald's International Menu Heist: These Surprising Items From Across The Globe Have Been Added To Canadian Branches
Canada is getting six new McDonald's menu items from countries across the world such as Australia, Japan, and the UK.
Nissan Cancels EV Factory After £3.9bn Blow And Offers Early Retirement To Staff
Nissan also stated that they are 'taking immediate turnaround actions and exploring all options to recover its performance'.
New Study Reveals Where Tourists Queue the Longest — But There's a Simple Way to Skip It
A new study made by the travel page Just You shows how people can save hours in queues, as many of the most famous attractions in the world normally entail hours upon hours of waiting in lines and people lose a lot of their vacation time simply waiting.
'Tariffs Are Like Medicine': Here's How Asian Economies Reacted to Trump's Tariff Waves
Trump's statement of likening tariffs to 'medicine' comes in response to various leaders' request to reduce tariffs amidst worsening stock market conditions.
Global Financial Shock As Trump Declares Tariff War, Dismissing Market Losses As 'Necessary Evil'
President Trump defends his tariff 'medicine' as global markets lose £1 trillion ($1.3 trillion) in a savage sell-off. Is this bold or bonkers?
'They Still Use Fax Machines!': US Expat Shares 3 Surprising Realities of Working in Japan
While renowned for cutting-edge technology, Japan's continued reliance on practices like fax machines offers a glimpse into the enduring traditions.
Live-Streaming Nightmare: Influencer Tracked And Brutally Murdered In Real Time Over Unpaid Debt
Popular streamer and blogger Airi Sato, 22, was stabbed to death in front of over 6,000 horrified viewerson Tuesday. The suspect claims Sato owed him money.
The Future Of 7-Eleven Hangs In The Balance As Seven & i Names New Foreign CEO
Seven & i recently rejected the acquisition offer from Alimentation Couche-Tard as it seeks to enhance corporate value independently.
Tokyo Embraces a 4-Day Work Week—Could the UK Be Next, or Is It Bad for Business?
A four-day workweek in Tokyo aims to support young families and improve work-life balance. Several UK businesses have already adopted said strategy.
Japanese Bank Officials Volunteer 30% Pay Cut For 3 Months After Ex-Worker Steals Money and Burns Client's Home
The leadership of Japanese bank Nomura has agreed to take a temporary pay cut in order to atone for the actions of an employee who has been charged with attempting to murder and rob clients.
Truck Driver Shortage? Japan Unveils Plans To Build 'Conveyor-Belt Road' Between Tokyo And Osaka
Japan plans a high-tech solution to its truck driver shortage: a conveyor-belt highway. This ambitious project aims to automate long-haul transportation.
Sony's Proposed Acquisition of Kadokawa Could Change How Japanese Media Is Distributed Globally
The purported deal will have a significant impact on how Japanese media and entertainment will be distributed globally.
Japanese Official Says Women Should Be Banned From Marriage After 25, Have Uterus Removed At 30
Naoki Hyakuta faced backlash for suggesting controversial measures to boost Japan's birth rate, sparking outrage.
Meta, TikTok And X Have One-Year Deadline To Prepare For Australia's Social Media Ban For Kids Under 16
The Australian legislation could set a global precedent as other countries consider measures to regulate children's social media use.
From Sushi Rolls to Empty Bowls: How A Surge In Tourists Contributed to Japan's Biggest Rice Shortage in Two Decades
Japan's biggest rice shortage in over two decades has been exacerbated by a record surge in tourists, rising demand for rice-based dishes like sushi, and agricultural challenges, leading to depleted inventories, rising prices, and supply shortages across the country.
Tokyo Police Arrest Yakuza Leader For Stealing 25 Pokemon Trading Cards
Yakuza leader arrested for stealing Pokemon cards in Japan! Sign of decline for the once-feared gang?
Japan Airlines' New CEO Wants Japan to Not Be Surprised When Women Become President
Mitsuko Tottori's promotion marks the first time in seven decades that the flight company has been led by a woman.
Japanese Workers Are Being Sent To Tropical Locations To Avoid Effects of Hay Fever
Japanese tech organisation, Aisaac, allow staff affected by hay fever to work from remote locations when the allergy is at its most prominent.
By 2531, Everyone In Japan Will Have The Same Surname Unless Marriage Laws Change
Current laws in Japan, which dictate that families should adopt one family name after marriage, could result in the whole population being named "Sato."
'Black Company' in Japan Forces US Worker to Resign And Refuses to Pay Last Pay Cheque
River Hodge tells International Business Times UK that he was forced to resign after he found out that he had signed a contract with a corrupt Japanese company – known as a "black company".
Japan's Birth Rate Declines By 5.1%, PM Kishida Says It's Their 'Biggest Crisis'
Economic pressures, including high living costs and a demanding work culture, often deter young couples from starting families.

