After decades of dominating Indonesia’s automotive industry, Toyota and Astra are joining forces for the country’s used-car market. The Japanese automaker shelled out US$120 million for a 40% stake in …
Japan tariff negotiator arranging seventh US visit, sources say
Japan’s tariff negotiator Ryosei Akazawa is arranging his seventh visit to the United States for as early as June 26, aiming to end tariffs that are hurting Japan’s economy, two Japanese government …
Indonesia Pavilion shines at Osaka expo, clocks 1 mln visits
The Indonesia Pavilion at World Expo 2025 Osaka, Japan, has marked a significant milestone by welcoming its one-millionth visitor, underscoring the interest …
In remembering Japan’s final WWII battle, Okinawans reflect on peace
More than 4,000 people on Monday filled an Okinawa park to mark the 80th anniversary of Japan’s final WWII battle.
Japan’s yen sinks as spike in crude oil overpowers safe-haven appeal
The Japanese yen, normally one of the most sought after safe havens in times of geopolitical stress, has dropped 2.4% against the U.S. dollar and 1.4% against the Swiss franc since Israel launched …
Japan says no US demand for defence spending worth 3.5% of GDP
TOKYO] Japan denied a report that the US directly asked Tokyo to raise its defence spending to 3.5 per cent of annual gross domestic product, with its top government spokesperson saying that the …
Korean business leaders urge closer economic ties with Japan amid U.S.-China rivalry
Korea’s business leaders are urging closer economic cooperation with Tokyo, backing President Lee Jae Myung’s push for a renewed bilateral trade alliance amid mounting U.S.-China tensions and a …
Japan Activist Clout Shown in Shareholder Rejection of Taiyo CEO
Shareholders’ rejection of another term for Eiji Sato as Taiyo Holdings Co. chief executive officer over the weekend was a rare event highlighting the growing clout of activists in Japan’s stock …
Japan’s iconic bullet trains get a makeover
The new E10 Shinkansen model will replace the current E2 and E5 bullet trains when they are retired in 2030, marking the first time a non-Japanese agency has designed Japan’s sign …
Japan, U.S. and the Philippines Hold Joint Coast Guard Drills
The coast guards of Japan, the United States and the Philippines have held joint exercises, amid concern over growing Chinese maritime activities.