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U.S. eyes Iranian assets for Gulf allies’ reconstruction

The disclosure came a day after an adviser to Iran's supreme leader said that a peace ‌deal hinged ‌on the release of $24 billion in Iranian assets frozen by the United States.

Takaichi faces heat over defamatory campaign video scandal

A report claims that her campaign posted defamatory videos of her rivals on social media during election time. The release of audio recordings has intensified the controversy.

Suzuki eyes Africa as next key market, targets 20% sales rise by FY 2030

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japanese carmaker Suzuki Motor Corp. is tapping into markets in Africa, aiming to increase sales on the continent by roughly 20 perce

K-fashion, K-pop merch gain presence in China as bilateral relations ease

Japan parliament enacts 3 tril. yen extra budget to ease energy cost impact

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- The Japanese parliament on Friday enacted a 3.11 trillion yen ($19 billion) supplementary budget for this fiscal year to ease the imp

An Imperial Week in Photos: State Visit, University Baseball, and a Landmark Crested Ibis Release

Highlights included a farewell for President Marcos at the Imperial Palace, a visit by Norway's crown prince, and the release of crested ibises in Ishikawa. The post An Imperial Week in Photos: State Visit, University Baseball, and a Landmark Crested Ibis Release first appeared on JAPAN Forward.

Mitsubishi UFJ says Japan may need jumbo rate hike to boost yen

Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management said a larger or out-of-cycle Bank of Japan rate hike can’t be ruled out, warning that an expected increase this month may not be enough to prevent further declines in the yen and Japanese government bonds.

Philippine inflation eases but stays high at 6.8% as rate hike looms

Tokyo pollen count in spring 2026 surged to 1.8 times the previous year's

TOKYO -- The amount of airborne cedar and cypress pollen in Tokyo this spring was roughly 1.8 times higher than last spring's level, data released by

Japan proposes rebuilding aging nuclear plants to meet power demand

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is a strong backer of nuclear power, seeking to ease the bill for imported coal, gas and oil.

Japan likely sold foreign securities to fund currency intervention

The country's foreign securities holdings dropped by $75.6 billion from April, according to Finance Ministry reserve data released Friday.

How Trump’s ceasefires are failing to stop Middle East violence

The continued violence prompted U.S. President Donald Trump to comment that ceasefires in the Middle East were "shooting in a more moderate manner" rather than a halt in fighting.

Owner explains 'almost too kind' sign at Japanese convenience stores that went viral abroad

NIIGATA -- "If you think you may have heatstroke, please don't push yourself -- come inside and cool off."A notice bearing that message was posted las

Major Japanese Firms Boost Wages by Over 5% Again in 2026

Major Japanese companies increased wages by more than 5% for the third successive year in 2026.

Consumers warned of fire risks in areas around air conditioners ahead of summer

Safety experts have received many reports of air conditioner fires that were unrelated to product defects, and are flagging the risk before use increases through summer.

Lower House set to pass ¥3.11 trillion extra budget to ease Mideast war impacts

The budget will create a new reserve fund to respond to developments in the conflict while aiding impacted energy users and replenishing the existing reserve fund.

Oil falls as Israel and Lebanon agree to conditional ceasefire

The oil market's main focus remains on the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway through which one-fifth of global crude normally passes.

Air radiation levels down to national average in about 70% of Fukushima

Decreases have been notable at building lots and agricultural sites, but moderate in forests, where decontamination is difficult.

Economy ministry data show 1% food tax from April 2027 feasible

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- The Japanese economy ministry on Wednesday released data that show the government's reported plan to cut the consumption tax on food

A South Korean beekeeper counts the cost of climate change

Rising temperatures are disrupting South Korea's beekeeping industry, as earlier blooms, harsher weather and disease cut honey production and put pressure on migratory farmers.