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Julian Ryall
Julian Ryall never expected to still be in Japan 24 years after he first arrived, but he quickly realised its advantages over his native London. He lives in Yokohama with his wife and children and writes for publications around the world.
Graffiti at historic shrines, car thefts and other incidents have raised concerns about Japan’s perception of foreigners.
In a grim mirror of Japan’s economic decline, the sex trade is drawing in foreign men and trapping local women in a cycle of desperation.
Deer, accustomed to humans, are becoming aggressive due to more visitors. Authorities urge caution and are taking protective measures.
Conservatives urge Ishiba to wait until his domestic political position stabilises, while others say avoiding Trump could pose greater risks.
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Analysts are optimistic Ishiba will be able to tackle corruption in Japanese politics as he has a ‘clear majority’ for carrying out reforms.
The government is enacting age verification and purchase limits to curb hospitalisations and shortages, amid social media influence.
US president-elect Donald Trump pressured Japan to pay more for American troops stationed on its soil during his first term.
Analysts say the deployment aims to bolster alliances, deter adversaries and demonstrate France’s commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific.
Naoki Hyakuta, founder of the Conservative Party of Japan, also angered many when he proposed uterus removal for women at the age of 30.
The cherry blossom-shaped fountain planned for Tokyo’s Odaiba Marine Park district has divided residents over its cost and potential economic benefits.
Japanese culture experts urge authorities to do more after new data shows suicides among Japanese schoolchildren remain high.
Japan has made big steps in accessible travel, one expert says, while bodies like Accessible Japan and TokudAw help those with special needs.
Tokyo is concerned about potential US troop withdrawals, higher defence costs, and the impact of new tariffs on Japanese businesses operating in China.
Critics argue that the UN panel’s call undermines Japan’s national identity, sparking a fierce debate on gender equality and tradition.
Meeting aims to address growing security challenges, but analysts say Beijing is unlikely to be able to influence Pyongyang’s actions.
Analysts are divided on whether Shigeru Ishiba will still be prime minister and LDP leader ahead of the upper house elections next year.
Analysts say waning support due to LDP growing distant from the public, with several opinion polls predicting it will struggle to win seats.
There have been 69 reported cases of injury involving the devices over the last decade, according to a government agency report.
The umbrellas were developed to protect passengers after a spate of violent incidents that have taken place aboard the country’s trains.
A poor showing at the October 27 polls could weaken the LDP’s grip on power and render Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba a lame duck.
The Chilean gymnast apologised after a video of the stunt elicited widespread condemnation from Japanese social media users.
Analysts predict Tokyo will seek to boost engagement with Southeast Asia amid concerns about a shift away from balanced diplomacy.
Analysts say Russia fears Japan’s growing ties with Nato nations – and is especially concerned about US missile deployments.
Masahiro Nouchi claimed he had lost his finger in an industrial accident, with his medical costs covered by national health insurance.
Controversy over lack of athlete support, corruption likely among factors for Toyota, Bridgestone and Panasonic’s withdrawal, analysts say.
Tokyo wants local pharmaceutical companies to increase their investments and manufacturing of essential medicine ingredients.
The mayors of Shibuya and Shinjuku are cracking down on street drinking this Halloween, citing public safety and overtourism as key concerns.
Japanese tourist arrivals to Hong Kong are up 106 per cent so far this year, but industry analysts say the weak yen threatens further growth.
The move reflects Tokyo’s growing frustration at stalled negotiations over disputed islands and marks a departure from Shinzo Abe’s policies.
Officials say the plan could help curb overtourism and generate billions in revenue – as activists worry it threatens the fragile ecosystem.
