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Key suspect in Tochigi murder-robbery put on Interpol wanted list

At the request of Japanese police, the International Criminal Police Organization has issued a Red Notice for Kazuhiko Masuda, 48.

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.

Are women-only train cars still needed in Japan? 25 years on, issue remains unsettled

TOKYO -- A quarter of a century has passed since railway companies in Japan began introducing women-only cars in their current form. They remain an in

Man sues hospital after wife gives birth using someone else’s sperm

The woman was sentenced in April 2025 for forging the man's consent form, but the hospital said it gave adequate explanation and that the man's claims are incorrect.

Takaichi Pledges Breakthrough on North Korean Abductions

Takaichi urges Kim Jong Un to take a "courageous step" as Japan seeks new momentum on the long-stalled abductions issue. The post Takaichi Pledges Breakthrough on North Korean Abductions first appeared on JAPAN Forward.

The Unfiltered Reality of Stateless Children in Malaysia

What does it mean for a child to be stateless? Three university students in Japan crossed the sea to understand this urgent issue and why we should care. The post The Unfiltered Reality of Stateless Children in Malaysia first appeared on JAPAN Forward.

South Korean adoptees sue Denmark over right to know birth families

South Korea sent more than 140,000 children overseas for adoption between 1955 and 1999, according to an official inquiry in the country.

Tokyo stocks end at record highs on continued buying of tech issues

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Tokyo stocks ended at record highs Wednesday as investors continued buying technology shares on expectations of robust demand driven

Florida sues OpenAI and Sam Altman over chatbot safety concerns

Florida's sweeping lawsuit cites a range of alleged harms caused by ChatGPT while stating the chatbot is particularly addictive, impacting both younger people and adults.

Mosque fire shows need for better communication with foreign residents

The fire in Ebetsu, Hokkaido, exposed the need for deeper cooperation between Japanese and Pakistani residents on a broad range of issues.

Tokyo stocks mixed in morning as tech issues rise, gains locked in

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Tokyo stocks were mixed Monday morning, with the Nikkei stock index hitting a new intraday high on buying of some heavyweight technol

Nikkei 225 tops 67,000 for first time

At 10:27 a.m. on Monday, the index of 225 selected issues listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange's Prime section was up 901.78 points, or 1.36%, from Friday.

Muted Shangri-La Dialogue addresses emerging issues: 5 takeaways

Takaichi asks North Korea for summit to solve abduction issue

After taking office last October, the Japanese prime minister has been repeatedly expressing her willingness to resolve the issue.

Disaster Recovery: Learning from Listening to Those Involved

Haruhi Okudaira considers the role of listening in the TOMODACHI Noto recovery project and how it can carry over to social issues such as gender and diversity. The post Disaster Recovery: Learning from Listening to Those Involved first appeared on JAPAN Forward.

Japan PM vows 'breakthrough' with N. Korea in abduction issue

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Saturday expressed her determination to achieve a "breakthrough" in resolving the longstanding issue

Iran’s strongest card in nuclear talks: its highly enriched uranium

Iran and the United States are in discussions to extend their ceasefire so as to start negotiations on issues including Tehran's nuclear program.

JAL jet makes emergency landing at Narita airport, no injuries

CHIBA, Japan (Kyodo) -- A Japan Airlines passenger jet made an emergency landing at Narita airport near Tokyo on Friday due to a mechanical issue, wit

US Postal Service issues stamp featuring origami crane to convey message of peace

WASHINGTON (Mainichi) -- The United States Postal Service (USPS) on May 27 began issuing an "International Peace Stamp" modeled on Japan's origami cra

Iran and U.S. reach deal to extend ceasefire, pending Trump’s approval

The agreement would extend the truce for another 60 days ​and allow traffic to flow through the Strait of Hormuz while negotiators tackle issues such as Iran's nuclear program.