Japan April household spending unexpectedly falls

TOKYO :Japanese household spending unexpectedly fell in April, as consumers tightened their purse strings in the face of higher prices. Consumer spending fell 0.1 per cent in April from a year earlier, data from the internal affairs ministry showed on …

First look: The Waldorf Astoria Osaka is Japan’s most gorgeous new points hotel

Often playing second fiddle to Tokyo, Osaka, Japan, is currently having its own moment — no wonder the city, and the surrounding region of Kansai, earned a place on our 2025 list of top destinations. Not only is World Expo 2025 taking place in Osaka, but …

Japan’s rice shortage puts pressure on politicians

Japan’s rice shortage continued to bite, with citizens queuing for hours and prices at an all-time high. The government released 300,000 tons of rice from its strategic reserve three weeks ago to rein in prices, which have been driven up by a combination …

Starbucks Japan spices up summer: Their newest frap option is a combo of sweet and heat

Starting Friday, June 6th, Starbucks Japan is launching a bold new limited-edition drink: the Hot Honey Oriental Mango & Tea Frappuccino. It’s a fun blend of sweet and heat that promises to shake up your usual summer sip. This limited-time drink builds …

Japan’s ispace aborts mission to be the first non-U.S. private company to land on the Moon after suspected crash

Models of the lunar lander Resilience (centre, L) and the lunar rover Tenacious (centre, R) operated by Japanese private company ispace are displayed at the Moon landing event venue in Tokyo on June 6, 2025. Kazuhiro Nogi—AFP via Getty Images

Japan showcases MSDF frigate in Australia amid bid to win contract

Japan's latest Maritime Self-Defense Force frigate made a port call in Darwin, northern Australia, on Thursday for training, as Japan competes with Germany for a contract to build Australia's new-generation fleet. Showcasing the Mogami-class multi- …

Japan To Offer US Rare Earth, LNG Deal To Ease China Trade War Tensions At Tariff Talks: Report

In an attempt to alleviate the impact of the U.S.-China trade war, Japan is reportedly set to propose a cooperation package to the U.S. at the upcoming tariff negotiations. What Happened:  Japan’s top trade negotiator, Ryosei Akazawa, is scheduled to  …

Japan's iSpace Spacecraft Crashes On Moon, Shares Crater Back On Earth

Tokyo-based ispace Inc.'s second uncrewed lunar landing attempt ended in failure on Friday, as its Resilience lander crashed during the final descent phase. The lunar mishap marks another setback for the Japanese firm. "As of 8:00 a.m. on June 6, …

Eby slammed for 'playing with balls' in Japan while British Columbians struggle

Japan National Diet ratifies defense pact with Philippines

Japan’s National Diet approved on Friday the Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA), a significant defense pact enabling Japanese forces to conduct joint exercises with Filipino troops in the Philippines, according to Manila’s top envoy in Tokyo. “We welcome …