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Japan, EU to hold summit on Wednesday in Tokyo to boost ties
The leaders of Japan and the European Union are slated to hold a summit in Tokyo on Wednesday to further strengthen their ...
Japan’s Prime Minister Faces Jeopardy in a National Election: What to Know
Shigeru Ishiba of the long-governing Liberal Democratic Party could face calls to resign if his party fares poorly in ...
Slightly radioactive Fukushima soil is used at Japanese prime minister’s office to prove safety
Decontaminated but slightly radioactive soil from Fukushima has been delivered to the Japanese prime minister’s office to be ...
Why has Japan set up a task force to deal with foreigners?
Japan has worked hard to attract foreigners to boost its sluggish economy but now the perception there are too many has ...
Japan tariff negotiator Akazawa to hold more trade talks in US next week
Japan's top tariff negotiator, Ryosei Akazawa, said on Saturday he planned to visit Washington next week to hold further ...
As Japan Votes, a Trump-Inspired Politician Grabs the Spotlight
With his calls to limit foreign workers, fight globalism and put “Japanese First,” Sohei Kamiya has brought a fiery ...
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How to Get Cheap Flights to Japan for Shoulder Season
Japan is a popular shoulder season destination for U.S. travelers, with interest rising despite economic slowdowns.
From Tokyo to Citi Field: Kodai Senga is a key part of baseball’s international charge
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Japan's PM Ishiba faces uphill battle in upper house election with US tariffs and prices rising
Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba faces a critical test in Sunday’s upper house election. A loss could deepen political ...
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Japan’s minority gov’t faces election setback over inflation, immigration
In the years since, Sanseito has successfully appealed to a small but growing section of Japan’s electorate with its ...