The Japanese government will sell Patriot air defense missiles to the U.S., marking Tokyo’s first foray into selling complete lethal weapons to allied nations since the post-World War II era. Japan’s national security cabinet this week updated its export rules to allow for the shipment of completed weapons systems.
Japan eases arms export restrictions in first major overhaul in a decade
Japan eased its arms export restrictions on Friday, allowing it to export lethal weapons to certain countries, in the pacifist nation’s first major overhaul of such curbs in almost a decade. The announcement comes as Japan,
Japan: Corruption scandal threatens PM Kishida’s government
In Japan, it is common for politicians to host ticketed events where they are set a fundraising target through ticket sales. But many LDP MPs are accused of keeping excess sales off the books – they are alleged to have pocketed the “kickbacks” or put it into a slush fund.
Japan banks scramble to beef up asset management business amid govt reform push
The Japanese government’s reform push for the country’s $5 trillion asset management industry has sparked a series of action plans from top Japanese banking groups to beef up their long overlooked …
Japan provides nearly $1 billion in financial support to Ukraine
Ukraine’s state budget received approximately $950 million from Japan as part of a World Bank project for recovery and social protection, Ukraine’s Finance Ministry reported on Dec. 21.
Japan provides nearly $1 billion in financial support to Ukraine
Ukraine’s state budget received approximately $950 million from Japan as part of a World Bank project for recovery and social protection, Ukraine’s Finance Ministry reported on Dec. 21.
Japan to send Patriot missiles to US which may aid Ukraine
Patriot missiles are among the most advanced weapons supplied by the US to Ukraine. Tokyo previously only allowed for components of licensed equipment to be sent from Japan to the nation where the …
Japan’s hand-forged knives a slice of samurai metallurgy
Blacksmith Yoshihiro Yauji pulls a piece of glowing metal from the forge in a Japanese village, continuing a tradition dating back centuries to when the region was renowned for crafting swords carried …
New bullet train route makes it easier than ever to visit Japan’s stunning Hokuriku region
A new bullet train extension will connect more of Japan’s Hokuriku region with Tokyo from March 2024, making this beautiful area easier than ever to experience.
Marines in Japan Ordered to Follow New Leave Rules After Reports of Misconduct
The new policy, which was issued by Lt. Gen. James Bierman Jr. on Dec. 11, requires all sergeants and below to carry liberty cards while on short, authorized periods of leave.