Japan

Country Japan
Capital Tokyo
Continent Asia
Currency Yen(JPY)
Languages Japanese, Aynu itak, Ryukyuan languages, Eastern Japanese & Western Japanese

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Introduction

In 1603, after decades of civil warfare, the Tokugawa shogunate (a military-led, dynastic government) ushered in a long period of relative political stability and isolation from foreign influence. For more than two centuries this policy enabled Japan to enjoy a flowering of its indigenous culture. Japan opened its ports after signing the Treaty of Kanagawa with the US in 1854 and began to intensively modernize and industrialize. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Japan became a regional power that was able to defeat the forces of both China and Russia. It occupied Korea, Formosa (Taiwan), and southern Sakhalin Island. In 1931-32 Japan occupied Manchuria, and in 1937 it launched a full-scale invasion of China. Japan attacked US forces in 1941 - triggering America's entry into World War II - and soon occupied much of East and Southeast Asia. After its defeat in World War II, Japan recovered to become an economic power and an ally of the US. While the emperor retains his throne as a symbol of national unity, elected politicians hold actual decision-making power. Following three decades of unprecedented growth, Japan's economy experienced a major slowdown starting in the 1990s, but the country remains a major economic power. In January 2009, Japan assumed a nonpermanent seat on the UN Security Council for the 2009-10 term.

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Japan Says Won't Recognise Palestinian State For Now - NDTV
  1. Japan Says Won't Recognise Palestinian State For Now  NDTV
  2. Japan won't recognise a Palestinian state given US ties, media report says  Reuters
  3. Japan won't recognise a Palestinian state given US ties, Asahi reports  The Hindu


China urges U.S. & Japan to withdraw Typhon missile system - The HinduChina urges U.S. & Japan to withdraw Typhon missile system  The Hindu

China urges US, Japan to withdraw Typhon missile system - CNAChina urges US, Japan to withdraw Typhon missile system  CNA

Army Deploys Typhon Missile System To Japan For The First Time - The War ZoneArmy Deploys Typhon Missile System To Japan For The First Time  The War Zone

Japan exports contract less than expected in August as shipments to Asia rebound - CNBCJapan exports contract less than expected in August as shipments to Asia rebound  CNBC

Japan's exports down in August as automakers grapple with US tariffs - ReutersJapan's exports down in August as automakers grapple with US tariffs  Reuters

Japan’s exports fall for fourth month as US shipments tumble - CNBC TV18Japan’s exports fall for fourth month as US shipments tumble  CNBC TV18

Asian shares trade mixed: Japan’s Nikkei gains 0.2%; Wall Street slips from record highs - Times of IndiaAsian shares trade mixed: Japan’s Nikkei gains 0.2%; Wall Street slips from record highs  Times of India

Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 breaches 45,000 mark to hit a fresh high - CNBCJapan's benchmark Nikkei 225 breaches 45,000 mark to hit a fresh high  CNBC

Global Markets Today: Japan's Nikkei 225 hit fresh record high, Kospi trade higher on US-China talks - MintGlobal Markets Today: Japan's Nikkei 225 hit fresh record high, Kospi trade higher on US-China talks  Mint

Japan and South Korea show enduring rift over sexual slavery issue in letters to UN - AP NewsJapan and South Korea show enduring rift over sexual slavery issue in letters to UN  AP News

South Korea resists US pressure to finalise ‘Japan-style’ trade deal - Financial TimesSouth Korea resists US pressure to finalise ‘Japan-style’ trade deal  Financial Times

Japan deploys fighter jets to NATO bases - Defense NewsJapan deploys fighter jets to NATO bases  Defense News

Taiwan and China clashed at Japan envoy's residence in Denmark - The Japan TimesTaiwan and China clashed at Japan envoy's residence in Denmark  The Japan Times

Carro raises USD60 million in a round led by Cool Japan Fund to accelerate demand of Japanese cars across Asia Pacific - Tribune IndiaCarro raises USD60 million in a round led by Cool Japan Fund to accelerate demand of Japanese cars across Asia Pacific  Tribune India

Japanese girl group AKB48 release AI-assisted single after fan vote - BBCJapanese girl group AKB48 release AI-assisted single after fan vote  BBC

Japan won't recognise a Palestinian state given US ties: Report - India TodayJapan won't recognise a Palestinian state given US ties: Report  India Today

'Fake' Football Team From Pakistan Makes It To Japan, Gets Deported With Warning - News18'Fake' Football Team From Pakistan Makes It To Japan, Gets Deported With Warning  News18

Japan 20-year JGB auction bid-to-cover 4.00, highest since May 2020 - The Economic TimesJapan 20-year JGB auction bid-to-cover 4.00, highest since May 2020  The Economic Times

Fake Pakistan Football Team For Fake Tournament Lands In Japan, Deported, Islamabad Embarrassed - Times NowFake Pakistan Football Team For Fake Tournament Lands In Japan, Deported, Islamabad Embarrassed  Times Now

Pakistan Faces Fresh Embarrassment as Japan Deports ‘Fake Football Team’ - RevsportzPakistan Faces Fresh Embarrassment as Japan Deports ‘Fake Football Team’  Revsportz

Japan’s exports down in August as automakers grapple with US tariffs By Reuters - Investing.comJapan’s exports down in August as automakers grapple with US tariffs By Reuters  Investing.com

Japan’s Exports Fall for Fourth Month as Tariffs Continue to Hit - Bloomberg.comJapan’s Exports Fall for Fourth Month as Tariffs Continue to Hit  Bloomberg.com

Made-in-India Maruti e Vitara to Debut in Japan This January - MotoroidsMade-in-India Maruti e Vitara to Debut in Japan This January  Motoroids

Fake Pakistan Football Team Gets Deported From Japan With Warning; Check Details - Free Press JournalFake Pakistan Football Team Gets Deported From Japan With Warning; Check Details  Free Press Journal

‘Zombie juice’: Japan battles rise of dangerous club drug sweeping Asia - South China Morning Post‘Zombie juice’: Japan battles rise of dangerous club drug sweeping Asia  South China Morning Post

Japan won’t recognize Palestinian state at upcoming UN General Assembly — report - The Times of IsraelJapan won’t recognize Palestinian state at upcoming UN General Assembly — report  The Times of Israel

Japan 20-Year Bond Auction Sees Strongest Demand Since 2020 - Bloomberg.comJapan 20-Year Bond Auction Sees Strongest Demand Since 2020  Bloomberg.com

BTS Star J-Hope Attends A Creative Exhibition In Japan With Swag - News18BTS Star J-Hope Attends A Creative Exhibition In Japan With Swag  News18

Japan’s new longevity record set: Nearly 100,000 people living beyond 100; unveils surprising lifestyle s - Times of IndiaJapan’s new longevity record set: Nearly 100,000 people living beyond 100; unveils surprising lifestyle s  Times of India

Uttarakhand Announces Buransh and Padam Flower Festivals Inspired by Japan’s Cherry Blossoms to Promote Ecotourism and Culture - Indian MastermindsUttarakhand Announces Buransh and Padam Flower Festivals Inspired by Japan’s Cherry Blossoms to Promote Ecotourism and Culture  Indian Masterminds

Win Streak May End For Japan Stock Market - NasdaqWin Streak May End For Japan Stock Market  Nasdaq

Indonesia v Japan | Match Highlights | ICC Women's T20 World Cup East Asia Pacific Qualifier - ICCIndonesia v Japan | Match Highlights | ICC Women's T20 World Cup East Asia Pacific Qualifier  ICC

Japan trade balance shrinks less than expected in August on US trade clarity - Investing.comJapan trade balance shrinks less than expected in August on US trade clarity  Investing.com

PM Modi | In Modi era: India-Japan Ties and the Security of the Indo-Pacific - The Sunday GuardianPM Modi | In Modi era: India-Japan Ties and the Security of the Indo-Pacific  The Sunday Guardian

Japan futures dip on firm yen, weakening auto outlook - TradingViewJapan futures dip on firm yen, weakening auto outlook  TradingView

Japan and India must anchor America in the Indo-Pacific - The Japan TimesJapan and India must anchor America in the Indo-Pacific  The Japan Times

Hong Kong-Based IP Management Company Medialink Group Expands Into Japan With New Subsidiary Launch (EXCLUSIVE) - VarietyHong Kong-Based IP Management Company Medialink Group Expands Into Japan With New Subsidiary Launch (EXCLUSIVE)  Variety

New Japanese political party to install AI leader - The Japan TimesNew Japanese political party to install AI leader  The Japan Times

Japan's Nikkei slips from record high in countdown to Fed decision - TradingViewJapan's Nikkei slips from record high in countdown to Fed decision  TradingView

China asks US to withdraw Typhon missile from Japan - Daily ExcelsiorChina asks US to withdraw Typhon missile from Japan  Daily Excelsior

Regulator warns Japan Airlines over crew alcohol breaches - ch-aviationRegulator warns Japan Airlines over crew alcohol breaches  ch-aviation

Exclusive: Japan's JERA in advanced talks to buy $1.7 billion of US shale gas assets, sources say - ReutersExclusive: Japan's JERA in advanced talks to buy $1.7 billion of US shale gas assets, sources say  Reuters

Japan's Diplomatic Balancing Act: Palestinian State Recognition Dilemma - DevdiscourseJapan's Diplomatic Balancing Act: Palestinian State Recognition Dilemma  Devdiscourse

Japan's Koizumi, Hayashi run for leadership of ruling party - ReutersJapan's Koizumi, Hayashi run for leadership of ruling party  Reuters

Carro raises USD60 million in a round led by Cool Japan Fund to accelerate demand of Japanese cars across Asia Pacific - PR NewswireCarro raises USD60 million in a round led by Cool Japan Fund to accelerate demand of Japanese cars across Asia Pacific  PR Newswire

China urges U.S., Japan to withdraw Typhon missile system - news.cgtn.comChina urges U.S., Japan to withdraw Typhon missile system  news.cgtn.com

Deep under the Japan Trench, scientists made a shocking discovery. Here's what they found | Trending - Hindustan TimesDeep under the Japan Trench, scientists made a shocking discovery. Here's what they found | Trending  Hindustan Times

Asia stocks mixed ahead of Fed decision; Japan near record highs after trade data - Investing.comAsia stocks mixed ahead of Fed decision; Japan near record highs after trade data  Investing.com

Japan to give disaster-relief machinery to Papua New Guinea - The Japan TimesJapan to give disaster-relief machinery to Papua New Guinea  The Japan Times

GPIF bets on property and infrastructure in Japan, in alternative asset first - The Japan TimesGPIF bets on property and infrastructure in Japan, in alternative asset first  The Japan Times

Capturing the Future: Japan’s Leadership and Asia’s Evolving CCUS Landscape - Watson Farley & WilliamsCapturing the Future: Japan’s Leadership and Asia’s Evolving CCUS Landscape  Watson Farley & Williams

Japan Stalls on Palestinian State Recognition Amidst Global Pressure - DevdiscourseJapan Stalls on Palestinian State Recognition Amidst Global Pressure  Devdiscourse

Japan’s Carmakers Pledge to Keep Up Wage Growth Momentum - Bloomberg.comJapan’s Carmakers Pledge to Keep Up Wage Growth Momentum  Bloomberg.com

Japan trade data August 2025: Exports -0.1% y/y (exp -1.9%), Imports -5.2% y/y (exp -7.5%) - investingLiveJapan trade data August 2025: Exports -0.1% y/y (exp -1.9%), Imports -5.2% y/y (exp -7.5%)  investingLive

Japan’s Imports Fall to Six-Month Low - TradingViewJapan’s Imports Fall to Six-Month Low  TradingView

US Typhon in Japan stirs a missile storm on China’s doorstep - Asia TimesUS Typhon in Japan stirs a missile storm on China’s doorstep  Asia Times

Japan-India Summit Meeting and Working Dinner - mofa.go.jpJapan-India Summit Meeting and Working Dinner  mofa.go.jp

Japan’s exports fall for fourth month as U.S. shipments tumble - The Japan TimesJapan’s exports fall for fourth month as U.S. shipments tumble  The Japan Times

Japan sets new record with nearly 100,000 people aged over 100 - BBCJapan sets new record with nearly 100,000 people aged over 100  BBC

Japan Expands Essential Drug List For Economic Security - insights.citeline.comJapan Expands Essential Drug List For Economic Security  insights.citeline.com

Bank of Japan set to hold rates steady even as inflation remains high - The Japan TimesBank of Japan set to hold rates steady even as inflation remains high  The Japan Times

Following U.S. request, Japan won’t recognize Palestinian state - ????Following U.S. request, Japan won’t recognize Palestinian state  ????

Latest "Demon Slayer" Becomes 2nd-Highest Grossing Film in Japan - nippon.comLatest "Demon Slayer" Becomes 2nd-Highest Grossing Film in Japan  nippon.com

'US should remove Typhoon missile system from Japan': China says, security is under threat; missile capable... - Bhaskar English'US should remove Typhoon missile system from Japan': China says, security is under threat; missile capable...  Bhaskar English

Japan exports to the US plunge 14% as tariffs bite - Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)Japan exports to the US plunge 14% as tariffs bite  Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)

Fake football team from Pakistan lands in Japan for fake tournament, gets deported - OpIndiaFake football team from Pakistan lands in Japan for fake tournament, gets deported  OpIndia

PM Modi, Japanese PM Ishiba Attend 15th India-Japan Summit in Tokyo - NewsonairPM Modi, Japanese PM Ishiba Attend 15th India-Japan Summit in Tokyo  Newsonair

Nissan to shut design studios in US and Brazil and downsize London, Japan operations - ReutersNissan to shut design studios in US and Brazil and downsize London, Japan operations  Reuters

In Japan, abandoned baggage being reused, given away to cope with storage, disposal costs - Asia News NetworkIn Japan, abandoned baggage being reused, given away to cope with storage, disposal costs  Asia News Network

PM Modi arrives in Tokyo on 2-day visit to Japan; To attend 15th India-Japan Annual Summit today - NewsonairPM Modi arrives in Tokyo on 2-day visit to Japan; To attend 15th India-Japan Annual Summit today  Newsonair

India signs pact with Japan for low carbon technologies - The HinduIndia signs pact with Japan for low carbon technologies  The Hindu

US Typhon missile system's presence in Japan sharpens Asia arms race - ReutersUS Typhon missile system's presence in Japan sharpens Asia arms race  Reuters

Japan to Give Disaster-Relief Machinery to Papua New Guinea - nippon.comJapan to Give Disaster-Relief Machinery to Papua New Guinea  nippon.com

Japan Holds Back On Palestinian Statehood Recognition Amid Diplomatic Pressures - Outlook IndiaJapan Holds Back On Palestinian Statehood Recognition Amid Diplomatic Pressures  Outlook India

Japan Box Office: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Remains No.1 in 9th Weekend - CrunchyrollJapan Box Office: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Remains No.1 in 9th Weekend  Crunchyroll

US Army reveals Typhon missile system in Japan - Defense NewsUS Army reveals Typhon missile system in Japan  Defense News

Singapore's Carro raises $60 million to promote Japanese cars in Asia - ReutersSingapore's Carro raises $60 million to promote Japanese cars in Asia  Reuters

Bitcoin Traders Should Pay Attention to Japan as Top Economist Warns of Debt Implosion - CoinDeskBitcoin Traders Should Pay Attention to Japan as Top Economist Warns of Debt Implosion  CoinDesk

Japan set to make subsea cables a national security issue with support for new fleet - Financial TimesJapan set to make subsea cables a national security issue with support for new fleet  Financial Times

Duolingo’s owl takes on Japan’s beloved mascots in sumo showdown - Campaign AsiaDuolingo’s owl takes on Japan’s beloved mascots in sumo showdown  Campaign Asia

End of U.S. de minimis exemption causes headaches for some businesses in Japan - The Japan TimesEnd of U.S. de minimis exemption causes headaches for some businesses in Japan  The Japan Times

Under U.S. pressure, Syria and Israel inch toward security deal - The Japan TimesUnder U.S. pressure, Syria and Israel inch toward security deal  The Japan Times

US urges Japan to remain allied with Israel - The Jerusalem PostUS urges Japan to remain allied with Israel  The Jerusalem Post

Japan Inc stunted and strained by anti-H-1B visa talent bias - Asia TimesJapan Inc stunted and strained by anti-H-1B visa talent bias  Asia Times

Japan’s SBI Shinsei Bank plans tokenized cross-border deposits - Tech in AsiaJapan’s SBI Shinsei Bank plans tokenized cross-border deposits  Tech in Asia

Former Japanese internee in Ukraine pained by Russian invasion - The Japan TimesFormer Japanese internee in Ukraine pained by Russian invasion  The Japan Times

Japan’s Exports Struggle Under Weight of Tariffs - The Wall Street JournalJapan’s Exports Struggle Under Weight of Tariffs  The Wall Street Journal

Japanese ceramics exhibition marks Türkiye-Japan ties - Hürriyet Daily NewsJapanese ceramics exhibition marks Türkiye-Japan ties  Hürriyet Daily News

Japan's Nikkei slips from record high in countdown to Fed decision - MarketScreenerJapan's Nikkei slips from record high in countdown to Fed decision  MarketScreener

Japan Govt Expresses Regret on Unresolved N. Korea Abductions - nippon.comJapan Govt Expresses Regret on Unresolved N. Korea Abductions  nippon.com

Sanders makes global mark in ceramics with Japan residency, published work - University of Nebraska–LincolnSanders makes global mark in ceramics with Japan residency, published work  University of Nebraska–Lincoln

Philip Morris International launches limited-edition Terea Kiwami in Japan travel retail - Moodie Davitt ReportPhilip Morris International launches limited-edition Terea Kiwami in Japan travel retail  Moodie Davitt Report

Japan’s front-line researchers see bright path ahead for dementia treatment - The Japan TimesJapan’s front-line researchers see bright path ahead for dementia treatment  The Japan Times

Techtonic shift in India, Japan ties after PM Modi's visit - The New Indian ExpressTechtonic shift in India, Japan ties after PM Modi's visit  The New Indian Express

India, Japan set target of 5 lakh personnel exchange in five years - DD NewsIndia, Japan set target of 5 lakh personnel exchange in five years  DD News

Japan’s box office belongs to 'Demon Slayer' as latest film ranks second all time - The Japan TimesJapan’s box office belongs to 'Demon Slayer' as latest film ranks second all time  The Japan Times

Mie floods damaged 274 cars parked in underground lot - nhk.or.jpMie floods damaged 274 cars parked in underground lot  nhk.or.jp

Japanese Yen steady vs USD as markets eye Fed decision, BoJ meeting - FXStreetJapanese Yen steady vs USD as markets eye Fed decision, BoJ meeting  FXStreet

Ahead Of PM Modi's Visit, Japan Scraps US Trip Last Minute Over Trade Deal - NDTVAhead Of PM Modi's Visit, Japan Scraps US Trip Last Minute Over Trade Deal  NDTV

Japan's trade deficit narrows significantly in August, exports see smallest drop in four months, imports hit six-month low - Seeking AlphaJapan's trade deficit narrows significantly in August, exports see smallest drop in four months, imports hit six-month low  Seeking Alpha

Urgent repairs planned for 72 km of Japan's corroded sewage pipes - english.kyodonews.netUrgent repairs planned for 72 km of Japan's corroded sewage pipes  english.kyodonews.net

Nikkei 225 breaks 45,000 for the first time ever - The Japan TimesNikkei 225 breaks 45,000 for the first time ever  The Japan Times

Opinion | India's Brains Meet Japan's Tech - And Why China Should Be Worried - NDTVOpinion | India's Brains Meet Japan's Tech - And Why China Should Be Worried  NDTV

Japan's trade deficit narrows significantly in August, exports see smallest drop in four months, imports hit six-month low - MSNJapan's trade deficit narrows significantly in August, exports see smallest drop in four months, imports hit six-month low  MSN