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South Korea’s AI impact sparks pressure across government bond market

The nation's government bonds have lost 7.5% this year in local-currency terms, the worst performance among 44 markets.

Japan’s growth holds up despite drop in business investment

The economy grew at a still-solid pace at the start of the year even after the turbulence in Iran prompted businesses to cut spending.

Trump says he will press Israel to hold back after Iran retaliates for Beirut attack

Iran has long said any peace deal with the U.S. would depend on a ceasefire also holding in Lebanon.

Fear and uncertainty for foreign business owners after Japan revises rules

The life that restaurateur Manish Kumar built in Japan for he and his family has been upended after Japan enacted stricter rules for the business manager visa.

Good Spouses Hard to Find? Japanese Parents Getting Involved in Matchmaking Events for Children

Many Japanese singles are looking for love via konkatsu (spouse-hunting) methods like dating apps and marriage agencies, but with a low success rate. Now, a recent trend has seen parents attending matchmaking events on their children’s behalf.

Parliament leaders adopt draft proposal for imperial succession

The draft calls for allowing female members of the imperial family to retain their status after marriage and male heirs to be adopted from former branches.

’Cockroach’ youth group founder leads first street protest after arrival in India

The ⁠group is the largest online expression of dissent against Narendra Modi's 12-year rule, fueled by ​persistently high youth unemployment.

Ahead of talks, Kim has a message for Xi: North Korea’s nukes aren’t up for negotiation

North Korea has been clear in the run-up to Chinese leader Xi Jinping's visit to Pyongyang that it is hoping for at least a tacit recognition of its nuclear status.

Final decision on tax cut left to PM Takaichi: LDP exec

Since adjusting cash register systems for a 1% tax rate would take less time than for zero percent, implementing 1% next April is gaining support.

Taiwan coast guard says deploys vessels in response to China operation

The move comes after Chinese state media reported that the "law enforcement operation" was in response to talks between Japan and the Philippines regarding the affected waters.

Trump faces new Republican resistance in Congress as midterm pressures build

Multiple Republican factions have stepped forward to rebuke his war against Iran, his White House ballroom ​and his $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund.

Edging Toward Japan: The inspirational message behind Lafcadio Hearn's symphony of words

By Damian FlanaganI recently visited the town of Matsue in Shimane Prefecture, which is particularly noted for its connection with the Irish writer La

Frontier AI shock: Japan's analog layer offers a resilience lesson

Anime-themed gold accessories captivating young women in China

SHENZHEN, China (Kyodo) -- Anime character-themed gold accessories known as "tongjin" are captivating young women in China, with the bean-sized ingots

Isabella Bird's 'Unbeaten Tracks in Japan': The struggle to find a competent guide (Pt. 3)

Isabella Bird arrived in Japan in May 1878 (the 11th year of the Meiji era). After completing the necessary entry formalities, she spent some time bas

Trump’s latest tariff salvo no fix for global issue of forced labor

Experts, business groups and some human rights groups say the move could actually make things worse.

Parliament leaders adopt draft proposal for imperial succession

The draft calls for allowing female members of the imperial family to retain their status after marriage and male heirs to be adopted from former branches.

35 yrs after Japan's Mt. Unzen disaster, then rookie reporter teaches lessons to students

SHIMABARA, Nagasaki -- June 3 marked 35 years since a major pyroclastic flow on Mount Unzen's Fugen peak in Nagasaki Prefecture claimed the lives of 4

Over 100 Iranians Rally Outside Embassy in Tokyo to Protest Crackdowns

Iranians based in Japan condemned the ongoing executions and repression of protesters, demanding freedom for those silenced at home. The post Over 100 Iranians Rally Outside Embassy in Tokyo to Protest Crackdowns first appeared on JAPAN Forward.

Japan electronics retailers Yamada, Edion agree to business merger

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan's largest consumer electronics retailer Yamada Holdings Co. and Edion Corp., another key company in the industry, said Friday t