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Social media

‘Shall I kill you?’: why Japan is mulling a social media ban for under-16s

Australia has approved laws that stipulate fines against social media platforms for failing to ban children below 16 from having accounts.

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China-Japan relations

Chinese man says he defaced Japan shrine to protest Fukushima discharge

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Japan may delay tax hikes for military build-up as Trump’s return adds pressure

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Hong Kong stock market

Hong Kong stocks cap second straight monthly decline

Sentiment on Hong Kong stocks took a beating this month, with a slew of headwinds for China’s growth outlook.

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Tourism

Japanese cities raise onsen ‘bathing tax’ to boost revenue, offset rising costs

Analysts hope the funds raised will be used by the local travel sector to provide better facilities and services for visitors.

South Korea

South Korea’s anger over Sado mine event clouds efforts to deepen security ties

President Yoon Suk-yeol has boycotted the mine’s commemoration in Japan, purportedly over Tokyo’s failure to recognise forced Korean workers.

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Hong Kong economy

Hongkongers visiting Japan to face new rules for claiming back consumption tax

Change targeting all foreign visitors seen as response to abuses involving tourists allegedly trading duty-free goods illegally before departure.

The departure hall at Kansai International Airport in Osaka prefecture. Kyodo News cited sources on Wednesday as saying the country planned to revise its duty-free rules for foreign visitors from the “latter half of the fiscal 2026”. Photo: AFP
South China Sea

South China Sea: US alliances mar peace and stability, China envoy tells Asean

Beijing’s ambassador to Asean tells forum Western narrative of ‘Ukraine today, East Asia tomorrow’ increases conflict risk in region.

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Social media

China’s ‘wolf warrior’ envoy sparks row by backing Japanese leftist party

The incident has led to calls for the expulsion of Xue Jian, China’s consul general in Osaka.

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Food and Drinks

TikTok’s matcha mania leaves Japan facing tea shortage, price hikes

Many suppliers have declined to accept new orders and set limits on online matcha purchases because of the shortage.

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Some of the popular matcha brands are facing a shortage in Japan as the tea surges in popularity on TikTok.
Viral stories

KOL strolls shoeless to rate Japan’s hygiene, finds white socks remain spotless

Cleanliness is central to Japanese culture, reflecting order and discipline, while littering is seen as disrespectful.

An Indian KOL walks without shoes to assess Japan’s cleanliness, surprised to discover that her white socks stay pristine. Photo: SCMP composite/IG@simranbalarjain
Crime

Japan’s prosecution of dead teen girl sparks debate on justice, ‘common sense’

The 17-year-old girl had fallen from a height at a mall in Yokohama and landed on a 32-year-old woman.

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Crime

Hair-sniffing case in Japan sets off debate over ‘touchless harassment’

The issue gained national attention after a man was detained by police for standing close to a girl and sniffing her hair on a train.

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Fashion

Annie Hall to Hokusai – 4 fashion and art books to grace your coffee table

Whether they’re fashionistas or art enthusiasts, your friends will love these beautiful books this Christmas.

The cover of Fashion first, which documents Diane Keaton’s style. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong stock market

Hong Kong stocks stage largest rally in 5 weeks; hopes rise for new stimulus

Industrial profits at large Chinese companies dropped 10 per cent from a year earlier in October.

Hong Kong from the sky. Photo: May Tse
China-Japan relations

Can China stop Japan from ‘unilaterally siding’ with US through close ties?

China’s overtures aim to mitigate possible pressure under Trump 2.0, but could return to being confrontational in the future, analysts say.

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G7

Blinken urges G7 countries to maintain unity in face of China risks

US secretary of state cites Beijing’s economic policies, human rights record and support for Russia in the war against Ukraine.

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Asian cinema: Japanese films

Hiroyuki Sanada on how he gave Shogun a real Japanese perspective

Sanada, who has appeared in Japanese films and US blockbusters, talks about making the cultural references in TV series Shogun authentic.

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Hiroyuki Sanada in a still from Shogun. Photo: Disney+.
India

India, Japan boost defence ties with eye on China in Indo-Pacific: experts

A proposed reciprocal supply and services pact is the next logical step to growing bilateral ties amid the Indo-Pacific framework, analysts say.

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The Philippines

Philippines, Japan to host advanced US missile units in move to counter China

The Philippine Army has confirmed the deployment, saying the plan is at its early planning stage.

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Hong Kong stock market

Hong Kong stocks waver as investors assess Trump’s new China tariffs

Trump said he would impose an additional 10 per cent tariff on goods from China.

A worker in Hong Kong. Photo: EPA-EFE
US-China relations

Trump is urged to include South Korea in strategic meetings about Taiwan

Recommendation by Seoul-based institute may mark a shift, but analysts say such talks may be needed with a US led by isolationist Trump.

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F-16s from the South Korean and US air forces take part in a joint drill at live-fire ground in Taebaek on October 31. Photo: Defence Ministry/ZUMA Press Wire/dpa
Tourism

Opinion | Japan’s soft power renaissance will help it attract the talent it needs

Japan’s enduring appeal should give it the confidence to move away from cautious foreign policy and act to build bridges around the world.

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ITTF

Wang wins third straight World Table Tennis Finals title after 4-0 rout of Harimoto

The world No 1 has endured a tough time since a shock loss at the Olympics – that he avenged in Fukuoka – but ended the season in fine style.

Food and Drinks

How an underrated Japanese spirit became a new cocktail staple in Hong Kong

Indian mixologist Devender Sehgal is dedicated to showcasing the flavours of shochu at Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong’s The Aubrey and elsewhere.

Devender Sehgal, The Aubrey’s assistant general manager, has popularised shochu as a serious cocktail ingredient. Photo: The Aubrey
US-China relations

Opinion | Exit America, enter China? How Beijing can benefit from an isolationist US

America’s abdication as the world’s sole superpower would open up a tremendous diplomatic and economic opportunity for China.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives for a meeting with Peruvian President Dina Boluarte on November 14, at the Government Palace in Lima, ahead of the Apec summit. Photo: Zuma press wire/dpa
South Korea

Japan holds Sado mines memorial despite South Korean boycott

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

Ukraine war

Will Japan arm Ukraine as North Korea reinforces Russia?

With thousands of North Korean troops deployed to support Moscow, Japan’s commitment to Ukraine is being put to the test like never before.

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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.
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Head of State
Emperor Naruhito
Head of Government
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida
Fumio Kishida
last updated:
29 November, 2024
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