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Julian Ryall
Julian Ryall never expected to still be in Japan 24 years after he first arrived, but he quickly realised its advantages over his native London. He lives in Yokohama with his wife and children and writes for publications around the world.
The mayors of Shibuya and Shinjuku are cracking down on street drinking this Halloween, citing public safety and overtourism as key concerns.
Japanese tourist arrivals to Hong Kong are up 106 per cent so far this year, but industry analysts say the weak yen threatens further growth.
The move reflects Tokyo’s growing frustration at stalled negotiations over disputed islands and marks a departure from Shinzo Abe’s policies.
Officials say the plan could help curb overtourism and generate billions in revenue – as activists worry it threatens the fragile ecosystem.
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Experts say while such bombs are usually safe and damage likely to be limited, the difficulty is in finding those that are buried deeper.
Social media has become a fertile breeding ground for extremist sentiment, analysts say, amid deepening distrust and growing online hatred.
Hideki Makihara defended Japan’s use of capital punishment, despite debate sparked by the acquittal of a man wrongly imprisoned on death row for nearly 50 years.
Japan needs to improve flood defences and early-warning systems to give residents more time to evacuate when danger threatens, experts say.
Experts warn that the isolated nature of such attackers makes them difficult to prevent, raising questions about the unit’s effectiveness.
The historic Ageuma Shinji festival, known for its perilous race, faces mounting pressure to ensure the safety and well-being of its horses.
The ruling LDP ‘using’ him to retain power in a snap election expected by the end of the year, observers say.
Eighty years after the brutal Battle of Peleliu, Toshiko Kido searches for her grandfather’s remains, part of Japan’s effort to repatriate war dead.
USS Preble is the only American destroyer with the advanced Helios laser weapon that can intercept aerial threats such as drones and missiles.
A government adviser can help renew focus on human rights policies and address long-standing issues including prison reform, activists say.
Editorials, analysts say the Chinese government’s policies have contributed to rising xenophobia and violence targeting Japanese nationals.
The battleship was sunk by US aircraft near Okinawa at the end of WWII as Japan tried to thwart further attacks on its mainland.
The IAEA claims the soil meets safety standards, but critics argue spreading the contamination is dangerous and could lead to increased cancer risks.
A Chinese journalist working for NHK sparked controversy by claiming disputed islands in the East China Sea belong to China during a broadcast.
Experts label the joint exercises a ‘provocative’ display of military unity, designed to send a message to Tokyo and Washington.
Despite government warnings, most victims were elderly residents of Japan’s capital found indoors without air conditioning.
New Start’s hiking project gives social recluses a chance to reintegrate into society by following in the footsteps of ancient pilgrims.
Taro Kono says it is needed for national security, but his proposal was met with opposition due to Japan’s historical aversion to nuclear weapons.
Paul Watson’s arrest in Greenland sparked protests and calls for his release, while Japan insists on upholding international law and a fair trial.
Experts suggest Japan’s bid for the warship project could serve as a stepping stone towards joining the Aukus defence pact.
The Japanese steelmaker’s US$15 billion bid for its American rival has become a hot-button issue in the US election race.
New budget spending aims to boost active defence of Japan’s security, with development of AI and counterstrike abilities among priorities.
The poll highlights a growing divide, with many young Japanese men feeling sidelined. Experts warn the frustration could lead to dangerous outcomes.
A study predicts that rising temperatures could transform the region’s light, fluffy snow into heavier, wetter flakes similar to those found in Honshu
Some experts believe the act is a strategically calculated move to weaken US alliances in the region and a test of Japan’s military responses.
Eighteen people have been injured by what is believed to be a single dolphin, which experts said might be acting out because it is ‘lonely’.
