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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PM Modi to visit Japan and China from August 29 to September 1 - DD NewsPM Modi to visit Japan and China from August 29 to September 1  DD News

Japan reports hotter-than-expected core inflation for July — but lowest since March as rice prices ease - CNBCJapan reports hotter-than-expected core inflation for July — but lowest since March as rice prices ease  CNBC

Japan's Ambassador Welcomes Rajasthan Deputy CM With Matcha, Internet Loves It - NDTVJapan's Ambassador Welcomes Rajasthan Deputy CM With Matcha, Internet Loves It  NDTV

$68 billion Japan investment in India likely - The Times of India$68 billion Japan investment in India likely  The Times of India

Ministry of External Affairs announces PM Modi’s visit to Japan, China - The HinduMinistry of External Affairs announces PM Modi’s visit to Japan, China  The Hindu

Japan storms back into the chip wars - The EconomistJapan storms back into the chip wars  The Economist

Guterres in Japan: ‘Humanity is strongest when we stand as one’ - UN NewsGuterres in Japan: ‘Humanity is strongest when we stand as one’  UN News

Focus on Africa | Exploring Africa-Japan trade ties - BBCFocus on Africa | Exploring Africa-Japan trade ties  BBC

Japan to ramp up bond interest rate assumption for next annual budget, Yomiuri reports - ReutersJapan to ramp up bond interest rate assumption for next annual budget, Yomiuri reports  Reuters

Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai leads delegation to Japan and South Korea for World Expo 2025 - India TV NewsChhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai leads delegation to Japan and South Korea for World Expo 2025  India TV News

PM Modi to embark on 4-day visit to Japan and China from Aug 29 - NewsonairPM Modi to embark on 4-day visit to Japan and China from Aug 29  Newsonair

India–Japan ties: Tokyo set to unveil 10 trillion yen investment plan; announcement expected during PM Mo - The Times of IndiaIndia–Japan ties: Tokyo set to unveil 10 trillion yen investment plan; announcement expected during PM Mo  The Times of India

PM Modi To Visit China, Japan This Month: MEA - ETV BharatPM Modi To Visit China, Japan This Month: MEA  ETV Bharat

PM Modi to visit Japan and China for key summits this month - The Indian ExpressPM Modi to visit Japan and China for key summits this month  The Indian Express

Japan likely to unveil $68b India investment plan during PM Modi's visit: Report - FirstpostJapan likely to unveil $68b India investment plan during PM Modi's visit: Report  Firstpost

PM Modi to embark on 4-day visit to Japan, China from August 29 | Latest News India - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesPM Modi to embark on 4-day visit to Japan, China from August 29 | Latest News India - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Japan's core inflation slows in July, stays above BOJ target - ReutersJapan's core inflation slows in July, stays above BOJ target  Reuters

Japan-India summit expected to result in new economic security deal - nhk.or.jpJapan-India summit expected to result in new economic security deal  nhk.or.jp

Nissan launches X-Trail NISMO in Japan - ????????????Nissan launches X-Trail NISMO in Japan  ????????????

South Korea’s Lee Looks to Reassure Japan Ahead of Trump Summit - Bloomberg.comSouth Korea’s Lee Looks to Reassure Japan Ahead of Trump Summit  Bloomberg.com

India News Updates: PM Modi to visit Japan and China from August 29 to September 1 - The Economic TimesIndia News Updates: PM Modi to visit Japan and China from August 29 to September 1  The Economic Times

PM Modi to visit Japan on August 29; next stop China for SCO summit - key details - The Times of IndiaPM Modi to visit Japan on August 29; next stop China for SCO summit - key details  The Times of India

Japan: Fukushima Nuke Plant Emptied Amid 1.9 Ft Tsunami | Watch 1k Giant Waves Heading To Shores - The Times of IndiaJapan: Fukushima Nuke Plant Emptied Amid 1.9 Ft Tsunami | Watch 1k Giant Waves Heading To Shores  The Times of India

Russia earthquake: Far East, Japan coasts hit with tsunami waves of upto 4 metres; several injured after - The Times of IndiaRussia earthquake: Far East, Japan coasts hit with tsunami waves of upto 4 metres; several injured after  The Times of India

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McDonald's Japan postpones toy promo after Pokémon complaints - BBCMcDonald's Japan postpones toy promo after Pokémon complaints  BBC

Now, Tourists Benefit from ANA’s Expanded International Flights, Connecting Japan to the World - Travel And Tour WorldNow, Tourists Benefit from ANA’s Expanded International Flights, Connecting Japan to the World  Travel And Tour World

SBI's $50M Investment in Circle: The Future of Stablecoins in Japan - OneSafeSBI's $50M Investment in Circle: The Future of Stablecoins in Japan  OneSafe

Japan eyes 10 tril. yen India investment pledge during Modi visit - english.kyodonews.netJapan eyes 10 tril. yen India investment pledge during Modi visit  english.kyodonews.net

Japan tests Israeli and Turkish MALE UAVs - JanesJapan tests Israeli and Turkish MALE UAVs  Janes

Evolution of the Japanese ties of Chennai city | Madras Day 2025 - The HinduEvolution of the Japanese ties of Chennai city | Madras Day 2025  The Hindu

India, Japan, US look to tariffs to mitigate surge of Chinese steel imports - Trade Finance GlobalIndia, Japan, US look to tariffs to mitigate surge of Chinese steel imports  Trade Finance Global

South Korea's Lee in Japan to shore up ties before meeting Trump - ReutersSouth Korea's Lee in Japan to shore up ties before meeting Trump  Reuters

Watch: Moment fireball lights up night sky in Japan - BBCWatch: Moment fireball lights up night sky in Japan  BBC

Japan's Takeda weighs India for global trials to speed up drug launches - ReutersJapan's Takeda weighs India for global trials to speed up drug launches  Reuters

Fireball lights up skies in Japan - CNNFireball lights up skies in Japan  CNN

Taiwan’s Yageo raises offer price for Japan’s Shibaura to 7,130 yen/share to further outbid rival By Reuters - Investing.comTaiwan’s Yageo raises offer price for Japan’s Shibaura to 7,130 yen/share to further outbid rival By Reuters  Investing.com

Watch: Restaurant In Japan Goes Viral For Serving Authentic Indian Food, Owner Wears Saree Every Day - NDTVWatch: Restaurant In Japan Goes Viral For Serving Authentic Indian Food, Owner Wears Saree Every Day  NDTV

Intel secures $2bn lifeline from Japan’s SoftBank - The GuardianIntel secures $2bn lifeline from Japan’s SoftBank  The Guardian

Huge and bright fireball burns over Japan; turns the night sky into daylight; watch - The Times of IndiaHuge and bright fireball burns over Japan; turns the night sky into daylight; watch  The Times of India

Japan Tourism Hits July Record, Sharp Declines From South Korea and Hong Kong - SkiftJapan Tourism Hits July Record, Sharp Declines From South Korea and Hong Kong  Skift

RIKEN, Japan’s Leading Science Institute, Taps Fujitsu and NVIDIA for Next Flagship Supercomputer - NVIDIA BlogRIKEN, Japan’s Leading Science Institute, Taps Fujitsu and NVIDIA for Next Flagship Supercomputer  NVIDIA Blog

Germany, Japan partner to face down 'aggressive' China - dw.comGermany, Japan partner to face down 'aggressive' China  dw.com

Japan's July exports clock steepest plunge in over four years, dropping by a more than expected 2.6% - CNBCJapan's July exports clock steepest plunge in over four years, dropping by a more than expected 2.6%  CNBC

Japan: Suspected bear attack victim was killed by son, police say - BBCJapan: Suspected bear attack victim was killed by son, police say  BBC

Japan startup to issue first yen-pegged stablecoin - ReutersJapan startup to issue first yen-pegged stablecoin  Reuters

South Korea's Lee Arrives in Japan - nippon.comSouth Korea's Lee Arrives in Japan  nippon.com

1st Japan-Germany Foreign Ministerial Strategic Dialogue - mofa.go.jp1st Japan-Germany Foreign Ministerial Strategic Dialogue  mofa.go.jp

South Korea's Lee in Tokyo to highlight friendly ties with Japan before key summit with Trump - ABC NewsSouth Korea's Lee in Tokyo to highlight friendly ties with Japan before key summit with Trump  ABC News

Japan's exports log biggest drop in 4 years as US tariff impacts intensify - ReutersJapan's exports log biggest drop in 4 years as US tariff impacts intensify  Reuters

Mister Donut turns doughnuts into Japanese idols for new range in Japan - SoraNews24Mister Donut turns doughnuts into Japanese idols for new range in Japan  SoraNews24

Ministop: Japan chain stops rice ball sales after staff fake expiry dates - BBCMinistop: Japan chain stops rice ball sales after staff fake expiry dates  BBC

Trump shock spurs Japan to think about the unthinkable: nuclear arms - ReutersTrump shock spurs Japan to think about the unthinkable: nuclear arms  Reuters

Japan Sakura 15 vs Ireland Preview – Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 - RugbyAsia247Japan Sakura 15 vs Ireland Preview – Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025  RugbyAsia247

Viral video: Japanese lady dons saree, serves Indian food in Japan; social media reacts, Glimpse of home in that plate - MintViral video: Japanese lady dons saree, serves Indian food in Japan; social media reacts, Glimpse of home in that plate  Mint

Japan’s Inflation Stays Well Above BOJ’s 2% Target - WSJ - The Wall Street JournalJapan’s Inflation Stays Well Above BOJ’s 2% Target - WSJ  The Wall Street Journal

Japanese inflation staying above 3% raises chances of rate hike - ING ThinkJapanese inflation staying above 3% raises chances of rate hike  ING Think

Forza Horizon 6 Could Feature Japan as Its Setting, New Leak Suggests - Gadgets 360Forza Horizon 6 Could Feature Japan as Its Setting, New Leak Suggests  Gadgets 360

Chhattisgarh CM Sai begins 10-day Japan, South Korea visit to attract investments | Latest News India - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesChhattisgarh CM Sai begins 10-day Japan, South Korea visit to attract investments | Latest News India - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Japan's Nikkei ends at record high as automakers rise on weaker yen - ReutersJapan's Nikkei ends at record high as automakers rise on weaker yen  Reuters

Taiwan's Yageo raises offer price for Japan's Shibaura to 7,130 yen/share to further outbid rival - ReutersTaiwan's Yageo raises offer price for Japan's Shibaura to 7,130 yen/share to further outbid rival  Reuters

Japan city proposes two-hour daily smartphone limit - Phys.orgJapan city proposes two-hour daily smartphone limit  Phys.org

South Korea's Lee intends to retain 'comfort women' pact with Japan, paper says - ReutersSouth Korea's Lee intends to retain 'comfort women' pact with Japan, paper says  Reuters

Fireball ‘bright as the moon’ lights up sky over western Japan - The GuardianFireball ‘bright as the moon’ lights up sky over western Japan  The Guardian

India PM Modi to make 2-day visit to Japan from Aug. 29 - ????India PM Modi to make 2-day visit to Japan from Aug. 29  ????

From Zimbabwe to Japan: How sesame seeds are helping farmers grow a profit - World Food ProgrammeFrom Zimbabwe to Japan: How sesame seeds are helping farmers grow a profit  World Food Programme

70% of Japan smartphone games bypass in-app payments to avoid IT giants - english.kyodonews.net70% of Japan smartphone games bypass in-app payments to avoid IT giants  english.kyodonews.net

JR East cancels luxury train run over crew's boozing - The Japan TimesJR East cancels luxury train run over crew's boozing  The Japan Times

ETMarkets Smart Talk| FII selling shifts flows to Korea, Taiwan, Japan; DIIs remain net buyers: Dr. Poonam - The Economic TimesETMarkets Smart Talk| FII selling shifts flows to Korea, Taiwan, Japan; DIIs remain net buyers: Dr. Poonam  The Economic Times

Japan's factory activity extends declines in August, PMI shows - ReutersJapan's factory activity extends declines in August, PMI shows  Reuters

Japan to revise romanization rules for first time in 70 years - The Japan TimesJapan to revise romanization rules for first time in 70 years  The Japan Times

Japan Witnesses Stranger Things of Vanishing People relating to Johatsu: A New Trend in Dark Tourism - Travel And Tour WorldJapan Witnesses Stranger Things of Vanishing People relating to Johatsu: A New Trend in Dark Tourism  Travel And Tour World

South Korea must navigate the ‘Trump risk’ at key summits in Japan and US - AP NewsSouth Korea must navigate the ‘Trump risk’ at key summits in Japan and US  AP News

Four workers die after falling into a manhole in Japan - Al JazeeraFour workers die after falling into a manhole in Japan  Al Jazeera

Tsunami highlights: Hawaii, Japan downgrade last tsunami alert - The HinduTsunami highlights: Hawaii, Japan downgrade last tsunami alert  The Hindu

80 Years On: Japan's Fiscal Discipline as Wartime Lesson Eroding - nippon.com80 Years On: Japan's Fiscal Discipline as Wartime Lesson Eroding  nippon.com

‘Africa is poised for progress’ Guterres tells development conference in Japan - UN News‘Africa is poised for progress’ Guterres tells development conference in Japan  UN News

Ripple, SBI Plan RLUSD Stablecoin Distribution in Japan by 2026 - CoinDeskRipple, SBI Plan RLUSD Stablecoin Distribution in Japan by 2026  CoinDesk

Kenya expects faster growth in 2025, signs yen-denominated loan with Japan - ReutersKenya expects faster growth in 2025, signs yen-denominated loan with Japan  Reuters

Major Japanese carmakers say they aren't raising prices in the U.S. because of tariffs - CNBCMajor Japanese carmakers say they aren't raising prices in the U.S. because of tariffs  CNBC

Infectious diseases to watch for in Japan this summer amid surge of cases - The Japan TimesInfectious diseases to watch for in Japan this summer amid surge of cases  The Japan Times

Japan June machinery orders rise 3.0% month-on-month - ReutersJapan June machinery orders rise 3.0% month-on-month  Reuters

Lee vows to step forward into future with Japan while squarely facing past history - Korea JoongAng DailyLee vows to step forward into future with Japan while squarely facing past history  Korea JoongAng Daily

Japan mulls $68 bn investment target for India ahead of PM Modi’s visit: Report - ThePrintJapan mulls $68 bn investment target for India ahead of PM Modi’s visit: Report  ThePrint

Hydrogen era fades — Japan’s liquid fuel discovery sparks the next energy revolution - ecoportal.netHydrogen era fades — Japan’s liquid fuel discovery sparks the next energy revolution  ecoportal.net

90% of women in Japan want partner to perceive physical changes, but fewer tell them: poll - ????90% of women in Japan want partner to perceive physical changes, but fewer tell them: poll  ????

TSMC could revolutionise rural Japan - The EconomistTSMC could revolutionise rural Japan  The Economist

Japan declares ‘serious incident’ after passenger plane lands in Hokkaido with ground crew vehicle still on runway - The IndependentJapan declares ‘serious incident’ after passenger plane lands in Hokkaido with ground crew vehicle still on runway  The Independent

Ripple's RLUSD Stablecoin Expansion into Japan: A Strategic Bet on Regulatory Alignment and Institutional Trust - AInvestRipple's RLUSD Stablecoin Expansion into Japan: A Strategic Bet on Regulatory Alignment and Institutional Trust  AInvest

My $2,000 British Roadster Is Finally Here From Japan And It’s Even Cooler Than I Expected - The AutopianMy $2,000 British Roadster Is Finally Here From Japan And It’s Even Cooler Than I Expected  The Autopian

Japan logs two new highest temperatures on record in a day - Al JazeeraJapan logs two new highest temperatures on record in a day  Al Jazeera

Japan’s SBI forms new blockchain ties with Circle, Ripple and Startale - CointelegraphJapan’s SBI forms new blockchain ties with Circle, Ripple and Startale  Cointelegraph

Eco-friendly mats made of waste hair tested to grow soybeans in Japan - english.kyodonews.netEco-friendly mats made of waste hair tested to grow soybeans in Japan  english.kyodonews.net

Japan proposes 'economic zone' linking Indian Ocean to Africa, seeks greater role in the region - AP NewsJapan proposes 'economic zone' linking Indian Ocean to Africa, seeks greater role in the region  AP News

Putin Triggers Nuclear Alarm In US Ally Nation; Japan Scrambles Jets As Russian Tu-95 Bombers Fly - The Times of IndiaPutin Triggers Nuclear Alarm In US Ally Nation; Japan Scrambles Jets As Russian Tu-95 Bombers Fly  The Times of India

Japan, S. Korea leaders to seek closer ties as Lee makes 1st visit - ????Japan, S. Korea leaders to seek closer ties as Lee makes 1st visit  ????

JET PROGRAMME FOR INDIANS!! - in.emb-japan.go.jpJET PROGRAMME FOR INDIANS!!  in.emb-japan.go.jp

Taiwan's Yageo raises offer price for Japan's Shibaura to 7,130 yen/share to further outbid rival - Yahoo FinanceTaiwan's Yageo raises offer price for Japan's Shibaura to 7,130 yen/share to further outbid rival  Yahoo Finance

Here are four ways McDonald’s Japan could combat scalpers after its Pokémon Happy Meal fiasco - SoraNews24Here are four ways McDonald’s Japan could combat scalpers after its Pokémon Happy Meal fiasco  SoraNews24

Tsunami waves crash into Japan after Russia 8.8 quake, Hokkaido among first hit | Watch - MoneycontrolTsunami waves crash into Japan after Russia 8.8 quake, Hokkaido among first hit | Watch  Moneycontrol