PM Sanae Takaichi urges people to ‘remain vigilant for the possibility of another earthquake’ in Kumamoto prefecture.
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Japanese baby product manufacturers turn their attention to the pet market amid collapsing birthrate.
Super Typhoon Bavi has been downgraded but is still dangerous, meteorologists say.
Typhoon Bavi is intensifying seasonal monsoon rains across the region as it moves towards Taiwan and China.
Martinelli’s stoppage-time goal in Houston takes the five-time champions to the Round of 16, breaking Japanese hearts.
China’s Ministry of Commerce says measures are a response to Tokyo’s ‘new militarism’.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 pits South American giants Brazil against Asian heavyweights Japan in Houston.
Tropical Storm Mekkhala has triggered severe flooding across parts of Taiwan.
Magnitude 6.9 earthquake strikes northern Japan
Remaining group schedule, teams, as well as the best third-round group fixtures at the tournament in North America.
