India overtakes Japan as world’s fourth largest economy, eyes top 3 in 2026
India has overtaken Japan as the world’s fourth-largest economy – and officials hope to pass Germany within three…
China has logged a US$1 trillion trade surplus. Where is all that money going?
Recent data on China’s external accounts presents a conundrum: while the country’s trade surplus has broken records, surpassing…
A Smart City Prototype in Japan: PLP Architecture Breaks Ground on the First Tower of Tokyo Cross Park
NTT Hibiya Tower project render. Courtesy of PLP Architecture. Image © INPLACE Share Share Facebook Twitter Mail Pinterest…
Mahmoud Abbas calls on Japan to recognize Palestinian state
RAMALLAH, West Bank–The president of the Palestinian Authority expressed hope that Japan will recognize Palestine as a state…
VOX POPULI: Some remarkable words from 2025 that left a lasting impression
We live through words. At times our hearts leap with joy; at others we tremble with anger or…
Nikkei 225, Hang Seng Index, Kospi
19 November 2025, China, Shanghai: Boats sail past downtown Shanghai on the Huangpu River. The tallest building on…
How Japan’s space industry can regain thrust after H3 rocket failure
Japan’s latest rocket failure has triggered much soul-searching and resurrected a debate about whether the country’s space programme,…
Year-end travel rush starts in Japan
Train stations, airports and expressways around Japan are expected to be crowded with year-end travelers on Saturday as…
American “Sasuke” contestant defied the odds to land in top three
Josh Levin, a veteran of reality competition show “American Ninja Warrior” and a decorated rock climber, defied the…
Japan’s Cabinet approves record-high draft budget for FY2026
Japan’s Cabinet has approved a draft budget for the next fiscal year starting April. It marks a record…
From predator to plate: Japan bear crisis sparks culinary craze
Since Japan recorded a spike in deadly bear attacks, Koji Suzuki has struggled to keep up with booming…
Japan to test Starlink for emergency communications at overseas missions
Technology Relying on service from Elon Musk-led SpaceX a concern for some officials Japan hopes to ensure stable…