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The mines were listed as a World Heritage site in July after Japan and South Korea agreed to put aside some of their differences.

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South Korea spurns Sado mines memorial amid lingering historical tensions

South Korea’s President Yoon had made improving relations with Japan a priority following years of disputes of the two countries’ history.

Viral stories

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Trend has been criticised in Japan and China as ‘ridiculous’ for resembling sperm and snot.

Education

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A study finds a decline in first kisses among Japanese high school students, raising concerns about the country’s low birth rate.

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Allowing owners to get away with their animals on buses is not only good for them but also the city economy.

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Japan’s Ginzan Onsen limits day trippers to tackle overtourism and safety concerns

The town, popularised by the film “Spirited Away”, has seen a surge in visitors, leading to congestion, confrontations, and even ambulance access issues.

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Outside In | It’s goodbye to ‘peace dividend’, hello to wars and defence binges

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Fake views: Japan’s Fukuoka apologises for AI-generated tourist attractions

The AI-generated tourism content, featuring non-existent attractions and dishes in Fukuoka, highlights the need for human oversight in AI use.

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China-Japan relations

Tokyo police seek arrest of Chinese teenager over shrine ‘toilet’ graffiti

The suspect, who also faces a charge of desecration of a place of worship, has already left Japan for Hong Kong.

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The Space Force office’s launch comes as China expands its reconnaissance satellites and space-based jamming technology.

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Japan downplays Trump pick Gabbard’s warnings of its military threat to US

Gabbard, who Trump has nominated as his director of national intelligence, warned against a ‘remilitarised Japan’ in a social media post.

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Japanese demand end to ‘comfort women’ funds after politician’s conviction

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Lab-grown meat lands on Hong Kong plates via Australian start-up

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China fans pray for minor loss at worst in World Cup 2026 qualifier against Japan

Despite coming off back of two wins, China go in as underdogs against the Asian giants, especially as they will be without three key players.

Obituaries

Pioneering Japanese poet known for Peanuts and Astro Boy dies at 92

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Japan eyes Chinese tram for Mount Fuji to cut costs and emissions

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Hong Kong stocks halt 6-day decline, led by Chinese banks

Listed companies with stock prices below book value need to come up with plans to reverse course, the CSRC said on Friday.

Tourism

‘Should be deported’: foreign tourists’ misdeeds spark outrage, debate in Japan

Graffiti at historic shrines, car thefts and other incidents have raised concerns about Japan’s perception of foreigners.

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Latest news, in-depth features and opinion on Japan, covering politics, economy, society, the country's relationships with China, North Korea and South Korea and the legacy of World War Two in Asia.
Capital
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Head of State
Emperor Naruhito
Head of Government
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida
Fumio Kishida
last updated:
2 October, 2024
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