China has banned exports of some rare earth elements and other items to Japan that could be used for military purposes, straining already tense relations between the two countries following the …
China bans exports to Japan of dual-use goods that could enhance Tokyo’s military power
China has banned exports to Japan of dual-use goods for military purposes. The move comes at a time of heightened tensions between Beijing and Tokyo.
6.2 magnitude earthquake detected in Japan, no tsunami warning issued
Multiple earthquakes struck western Japan on Tuesday, local time, centered in Shimane Prefecture and neighboring Tottori Prefecture.
Strong earthquake hits western Japan but no risk of tsunami
A strong earthquake hit western Japan on Tuesday but there was no danger of a tsunami. The Japan Meteorological Agency said the earthquake, which registered a preliminary magnitude of 6.2, occurred in …
Magnitude 6.2 earthquake hits Japan after series of aftershocks
The epicenter of the first earthquake was in eastern Shimane prefecture, the Japan Meteorological Agency said.
Japan’s central bank governor highlights intention to keep raising rates to bankers
“We will keep raising rates in line with improvement in the economy and inflation,” Ueda said on Monday in remarks at a New Year’s conference hosted by the Japanese Bankers Association. “The …
Japan’s central bank governor highlights intention to keep raising rates to bankers
“We will keep raising rates in line with improvement in the economy and inflation,” Ueda said on Monday in remarks at a New Year’s conference hosted by the Japanese Bankers Association. “The …
Woman chokes to death on mochi rice cake as fatal New Year’s trend continues in Japan
Over recent years, the chewy rice cakes have killed and hospitalized hundreds of people in Japan, where it is eaten to celebrate the new year.
This Vietnamese town boomed as factories left China. Now it’s asking what’s next?
The economy has profited from friction between Washington and Beijing as factories shifted out of China, joining earlier waves of foreign investment by the Japanese and South Koreans that have made …
Fresh North Korea missile test sets off emergency alert in Japan
South Korea’s military also confirmed the launch, saying the missile was fired toward waters off North Korea’s east coast.