U.S. strikes on Iran and the killing of its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei stoked tensions with Beijing in recent days, complicating summit preparations.
Shogakukan was found to have hired a manga artist convicted of sexually assaulting a woman under the age of 20 and another found guilty of indecent assault.
In a conflict in which Iran’s retaliation has centered on waves of small attack drones, such support could prove to be crucial.
Key hubs including Dubai — the world's busiest international airport that normally handles over 1,000 flights a day — remain closed, slashing capacity on popular routes.
Higher rates now in effect, projected to bring in more than 7 billion yen in extra revenue. For many of the things that draw travelers to Kyoto, their appeal is timeless. The elegant architecture of a
Japan's Nikkei average falls 2,500 points in two days; KOSPI down 7% after holiday
Celebrate the fleeting cherry blossom season with a plethora of things to do right around the Imperial Palace. While one of Japan’s most scenic spots has canceled its annual cherry blossom-themed even
2026 growth target in focus; observers seek clues on personnel, foreign policy
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said she can’t give a legal assessment of the U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran “at this stage,” as questions about their lawfulness grow.
Japan's cherry blossom season is predicted to start earlier than expected, especially in Tokyo, now expected to bloom around March 18. This updated forecast means you may need to adjust your travel plans to catch the sakura in full bloom!
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