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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Bank of Japan holds rates in first meeting after Takaichi's ascent to prime minister - CNBCBank of Japan holds rates in first meeting after Takaichi's ascent to prime minister  CNBC

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UP, Japan’s Yamanashi Prefecture discuss plan for green hydrogen centre of excellence - Times of IndiaUP, Japan’s Yamanashi Prefecture discuss plan for green hydrogen centre of excellence  Times of India

Japan PM Takaichi calls PM Modi, hopes for ‘golden chapter’ in ties with India - The HinduJapan PM Takaichi calls PM Modi, hopes for ‘golden chapter’ in ties with India  The Hindu

Bank of Japan keeps interest rates unchanged amid lingering ‘high uncertainties’ - MintBank of Japan keeps interest rates unchanged amid lingering ‘high uncertainties’  Mint

Trump ends Japan leg of Asia tour after meeting Sanae Takaichi - BBCTrump ends Japan leg of Asia tour after meeting Sanae Takaichi  BBC

Bechtel Supports Landmark U.S.-Japan Agreement to Enable AI Infrastructure in the U.S. - BechtelBechtel Supports Landmark U.S.-Japan Agreement to Enable AI Infrastructure in the U.S.  Bechtel

Japan-South Korea Relations Under a Takaichi Sanae Government - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineJapan-South Korea Relations Under a Takaichi Sanae Government  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Commentary: Japan’s new leader revives Abe’s economic vision – with a twist - CNACommentary: Japan’s new leader revives Abe’s economic vision – with a twist  CNA

Yen softens after Bank of Japan holds interest rates - Financial TimesYen softens after Bank of Japan holds interest rates  Financial Times

6 Cars Shown In Japan Mobility Show 2025 Which Are Either Coming To India Or Are Made-In-India - CarDekho6 Cars Shown In Japan Mobility Show 2025 Which Are Either Coming To India Or Are Made-In-India  CarDekho

Early Signals from Takaichi’s First Week in Office - orfonline.orgEarly Signals from Takaichi’s First Week in Office  orfonline.org

Donald Trump’s $10 billion Toyota investment claim falls flat and so do US cars in Japan - Times of IndiaDonald Trump’s $10 billion Toyota investment claim falls flat and so do US cars in Japan  Times of India

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How Japan is building a nature-positive future through public-private initiatives - The World Economic ForumHow Japan is building a nature-positive future through public-private initiatives  The World Economic Forum

Nikkei 225 soars 68% since April — What's powering Japan’s equity market boom? - MintNikkei 225 soars 68% since April — What's powering Japan’s equity market boom?  Mint

Japan Motor Insurance Market to Reach $44 Billion by 2030 - autocarpro.inJapan Motor Insurance Market to Reach $44 Billion by 2030  autocarpro.in

Breakingviews - Takaichinomics pushes Japan to policy incoherence - ReutersBreakingviews - Takaichinomics pushes Japan to policy incoherence  Reuters

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Japan Mobility Show 2025: Suzuki Fronx Flex-fuel Breaks Cover, India Launch Likely In 2026 - ACKO DriveJapan Mobility Show 2025: Suzuki Fronx Flex-fuel Breaks Cover, India Launch Likely In 2026  ACKO Drive

Suzuki GSX-8T and GSX-8TT Showcased at Japan Mobility Show 2025 - BikeWaleSuzuki GSX-8T and GSX-8TT Showcased at Japan Mobility Show 2025  BikeWale

Hyundai, Kia enhance green vehicle lineup in Japan - BusinessLineHyundai, Kia enhance green vehicle lineup in Japan  BusinessLine

South Korean, Japanese leaders vow to improve ties in face of global uncertainty - The HinduSouth Korean, Japanese leaders vow to improve ties in face of global uncertainty  The Hindu

New Singapore flights to link Trichy flyers with Australia, Japan - Times of IndiaNew Singapore flights to link Trichy flyers with Australia, Japan  Times of India

Japan Mobility Show 2025: This Is How The New Toyota Land Cruiser FJ Prototype SUV Looks Like In 8 Real-life Images - CarDekhoJapan Mobility Show 2025: This Is How The New Toyota Land Cruiser FJ Prototype SUV Looks Like In 8 Real-life Images  CarDekho

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Jessheim 2025: Japan’s Path to Milano Cortina - Paralympic.orgJessheim 2025: Japan’s Path to Milano Cortina  Paralympic.org

Mazda brings the rotary engine back — Vision X-Coupe showcased in Japan | Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesMazda brings the rotary engine back — Vision X-Coupe showcased in Japan | Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

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BYD Racco kei car unveiled at Japan Mobility Show 2025 - Autocar IndiaBYD Racco kei car unveiled at Japan Mobility Show 2025  Autocar India

US, Japan sign framework for critical mineral supply - Supply Chain DiveUS, Japan sign framework for critical mineral supply  Supply Chain Dive

Suzuki showcases Fronx Flex Fuel at Japan Mobility Show '25: Tech, details - Times of IndiaSuzuki showcases Fronx Flex Fuel at Japan Mobility Show '25: Tech, details  Times of India

SAMURAI initiative launches new era of Japan-U.S. AI defense integration - Indo-Pacific Defense FORUMSAMURAI initiative launches new era of Japan-U.S. AI defense integration  Indo-Pacific Defense FORUM

Nvidia Touches $5 Trillion Market Value, Crosses India And Japan's GDP - NDTVNvidia Touches $5 Trillion Market Value, Crosses India And Japan's GDP  NDTV

Toyota Land Cruiser FJ showcased at Japan Mobility Show 2025 - India TodayToyota Land Cruiser FJ showcased at Japan Mobility Show 2025  India Today

Japan Mobility Show 2025: Tiny BYD Racco EV Targets Japan’s Kei Car Market - Car and BikeJapan Mobility Show 2025: Tiny BYD Racco EV Targets Japan’s Kei Car Market  Car and Bike

Anthropic opens Tokyo office, signs a Memorandum of Cooperation with the Japan AI Safety Institute - AnthropicAnthropic opens Tokyo office, signs a Memorandum of Cooperation with the Japan AI Safety Institute  Anthropic

Honda Super ONE compact EV showcased at Japan Mobility Show 2025: Top 3 things to know | Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesHonda Super ONE compact EV showcased at Japan Mobility Show 2025: Top 3 things to know | Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Bechtel, Kiewit snare piece of $550B US-Japan AI infrastructure deal - Construction DiveBechtel, Kiewit snare piece of $550B US-Japan AI infrastructure deal  Construction Dive

PM Modi, new Japan prime minister exchange first call, discuss strategic ties - Times of IndiaPM Modi, new Japan prime minister exchange first call, discuss strategic ties  Times of India

Japanese markets end on a flat note - Business StandardJapanese markets end on a flat note  Business Standard

Venus falls silent as Japan declares 'Akatsuki' spacecraft dead - MoneycontrolVenus falls silent as Japan declares 'Akatsuki' spacecraft dead  Moneycontrol

Unexpected success story: Suzuki’s new bestseller in Japan isn’t a car, it’s a ready-to-eat Indian... - MoneycontrolUnexpected success story: Suzuki’s new bestseller in Japan isn’t a car, it’s a ready-to-eat Indian...  Moneycontrol

Culture Day Japan 2025: Meaning, Events & Global Impact - swikblog.comCulture Day Japan 2025: Meaning, Events & Global Impact  swikblog.com

USD/JPY extends rally to February highs, focus shifts to Japan CPI and retail data - FXStreetUSD/JPY extends rally to February highs, focus shifts to Japan CPI and retail data  FXStreet

Press Conference by Prime Minister TAKAICHI Sanae regarding the Japan-ROK Summit Meeting - Prime Minister's Office of JapanPress Conference by Prime Minister TAKAICHI Sanae regarding the Japan-ROK Summit Meeting  Prime Minister's Office of Japan

Bank of Japan holds rates, signals path for gradual hikes - The Economic TimesBank of Japan holds rates, signals path for gradual hikes  The Economic Times

Japan finance minister distances herself from past forex comments - ReutersJapan finance minister distances herself from past forex comments  Reuters

South Korea's Kospi hit record high, Japan's Nikkei 225 falls after US Fed's rate cut move - MintSouth Korea's Kospi hit record high, Japan's Nikkei 225 falls after US Fed's rate cut move  Mint

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Flu Outbreak In Japan: Over 4000 Cases, Schools Closed - Should You Be Worried? - NDTVFlu Outbreak In Japan: Over 4000 Cases, Schools Closed - Should You Be Worried?  NDTV

Bybit Freezes New User Registrations in Japan to Comply with FSA Rules - TradingViewBybit Freezes New User Registrations in Japan to Comply with FSA Rules  TradingView

Hyundai, Kia enhance green vehicle lineup in Japan - BioEnergy TimesHyundai, Kia enhance green vehicle lineup in Japan  BioEnergy Times

Japan: Swissport Launches Ground Handling Services at CTS - Airport Industry-NewsJapan: Swissport Launches Ground Handling Services at CTS  Airport Industry-News

Forget cars! Suzuki's latest bestseller in Japan is Indian curry - NewsBytesForget cars! Suzuki's latest bestseller in Japan is Indian curry  NewsBytes

UP-Japan collaboration advances plans for Centre of Excellence to drive Green Hydrogen innovation - The StatesmanUP-Japan collaboration advances plans for Centre of Excellence to drive Green Hydrogen innovation  The Statesman

Japan’s Anime Market Hits Record $25 Billion, Driven by Global Boom, AJA Report Finds - VarietyJapan’s Anime Market Hits Record $25 Billion, Driven by Global Boom, AJA Report Finds  Variety

What a popular murderer reveals about Japan - The EconomistWhat a popular murderer reveals about Japan  The Economist

Japan earthquake: 6.0 magnitude tremor rattles East Coast of Honshu; no casualties reported - Times of IndiaJapan earthquake: 6.0 magnitude tremor rattles East Coast of Honshu; no casualties reported  Times of India

Hyundai, Kia Enhance Green Vehicle Lineup In Japan - Zee NewsHyundai, Kia Enhance Green Vehicle Lineup In Japan  Zee News

Shinzo Abe: Man pleads guilty to killing Japan's former prime minister - BBCShinzo Abe: Man pleads guilty to killing Japan's former prime minister  BBC

Bank of Japan keeps rates steady - ReutersBank of Japan keeps rates steady  Reuters

REG - Schroder Japan Trust - Transaction in Own Shares - TradingViewREG - Schroder Japan Trust - Transaction in Own Shares  TradingView

From Land Cruiser FJ to Biogas Victoris; India-Bound SUVs at Japan Auto Show - CarLeloFrom Land Cruiser FJ to Biogas Victoris; India-Bound SUVs at Japan Auto Show  CarLelo

Japan's Nikkei crosses 51,000 on Tokyo-Washington trade optimism, Fed rate cut hopes - CNBCJapan's Nikkei crosses 51,000 on Tokyo-Washington trade optimism, Fed rate cut hopes  CNBC

South Korean President Meets New Japanese Prime Minister - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineSouth Korean President Meets New Japanese Prime Minister  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting and Other Events (1) - Prime Minister's Office of JapanAPEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting and Other Events (1)  Prime Minister's Office of Japan

Bybit to pause new user onboarding in Japan to comply with local regulations - TradingViewBybit to pause new user onboarding in Japan to comply with local regulations  TradingView

‘Golden Age’ of the Japan-US Alliance in the Shadow of Abe - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine‘Golden Age’ of the Japan-US Alliance in the Shadow of Abe  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Japan, South Korea leaders meet in Gyeongju; avoid sensitive historical issues - Global TimesJapan, South Korea leaders meet in Gyeongju; avoid sensitive historical issues  Global Times

Around Asia in 5 days: How successful was Trump's big tour? - FirstpostAround Asia in 5 days: How successful was Trump's big tour?  Firstpost

Japan finance minister distances herself from past yen comments By Reuters - Investing.comJapan finance minister distances herself from past yen comments By Reuters  Investing.com

Venus loses its last active spacecraft, as Japan declares Akatsuki orbiter dead - SpaceVenus loses its last active spacecraft, as Japan declares Akatsuki orbiter dead  Space

Bank of Japan holds rates and signals tightening ahead - Financial TimesBank of Japan holds rates and signals tightening ahead  Financial Times

CNG-powered Suzuki Access showcased at Japan Mobility Show - Autocar IndiaCNG-powered Suzuki Access showcased at Japan Mobility Show  Autocar India

Japan's 1st HTV-X cargo craft arrives at the International Space Station - SpaceJapan's 1st HTV-X cargo craft arrives at the International Space Station  Space

Honda Super ONE Prototype compact EV unveiled at Japan Mobility Show 2025 - HT AutoHonda Super ONE Prototype compact EV unveiled at Japan Mobility Show 2025  HT Auto

Japan’s female PM snubs Trump? Takaichi rejects US' push to abandon Russia, sticks to energy imports - Hindustan TimesJapan’s female PM snubs Trump? Takaichi rejects US' push to abandon Russia, sticks to energy imports  Hindustan Times

Japanese PM promises golden age in relations with US during Trump visit - The GuardianJapanese PM promises golden age in relations with US during Trump visit  The Guardian

BYD to enter Japan’s kei car market with the new Racco - electrive.comBYD to enter Japan’s kei car market with the new Racco  electrive.com

Japan’s battery-separator makers rethink their business - Chemical & Engineering NewsJapan’s battery-separator makers rethink their business  Chemical & Engineering News

East Japan Railway Lifts Profit And Guidance For The Year - FinimizeEast Japan Railway Lifts Profit And Guidance For The Year  Finimize

Daily 5 report for Oct. 30: Toyota earns 3 hits with 1 miss at Japan Mobility Show - Automotive NewsDaily 5 report for Oct. 30: Toyota earns 3 hits with 1 miss at Japan Mobility Show  Automotive News

South Korea's Lee, Japan's Takaichi to strengthen ties, Lee's office says - ReutersSouth Korea's Lee, Japan's Takaichi to strengthen ties, Lee's office says  Reuters

Suzuki Access CNG showcased at Japan Mobility Show 2025 - Team-BHPSuzuki Access CNG showcased at Japan Mobility Show 2025  Team-BHP

Russia says peace talks with Japan only possible if Tokyo abandons ‘anti-Russian course’ - Al Arabiya EnglishRussia says peace talks with Japan only possible if Tokyo abandons ‘anti-Russian course’  Al Arabiya English

Bank of Japan holds rates with two dissenting votes, December hike still possible - FXStreetBank of Japan holds rates with two dissenting votes, December hike still possible  FXStreet

Maruti Suzuki Fronx Flex Fuel Revealed at Japan Mobility Show – India to Get It by 2026 - MotoroidsMaruti Suzuki Fronx Flex Fuel Revealed at Japan Mobility Show – India to Get It by 2026  Motoroids

Japan-ROK Summit Meeting (Summary) (Diplomatic Relations) - Prime Minister's Office of JapanJapan-ROK Summit Meeting (Summary) (Diplomatic Relations)  Prime Minister's Office of Japan

NuScale and ENTRA1 Expect $25 Billion from US/ Japan Trade Deal - Neutron BytesNuScale and ENTRA1 Expect $25 Billion from US/ Japan Trade Deal  Neutron Bytes

Japan's Kansai Electric lifts profit forecast as demand grows - ReutersJapan's Kansai Electric lifts profit forecast as demand grows  Reuters

Japan-Australia Foreign Ministers’ Meeting - mofa.go.jpJapan-Australia Foreign Ministers’ Meeting  mofa.go.jp

Lexus Stuns Japan Mobility Show 2025 with LS Concepts — A Six-Wheeled MPV and Sleek Coupe Reimagine Luxury - MotoroidsLexus Stuns Japan Mobility Show 2025 with LS Concepts — A Six-Wheeled MPV and Sleek Coupe Reimagine Luxury  Motoroids

Japan’s open payment era: What game developers need to know - PocketGamer.bizJapan’s open payment era: What game developers need to know  PocketGamer.biz

Japan (JPN) Exports, Imports, and Trade Partners - The Observatory of Economic ComplexityJapan (JPN) Exports, Imports, and Trade Partners  The Observatory of Economic Complexity

Japan’s time of spirits - Engelsberg IdeasJapan’s time of spirits  Engelsberg Ideas

FX Today: Inflation data in Japan and the Euroland gather all the attention - FXStreetFX Today: Inflation data in Japan and the Euroland gather all the attention  FXStreet

Top 10 Unmissable Things To Do In Japan This Autumn - NDTVTop 10 Unmissable Things To Do In Japan This Autumn  NDTV

Suzuki sells Indian curries in Japan! - The Economic TimesSuzuki sells Indian curries in Japan!  The Economic Times