The Latest Breaking News from Japan

Those who’ve visited Japan or even moved there notice dozens of small details and technologies that make everyday life that much easier, far more comfortable, and convenient.

The factory in Oppama, Japan, employs approximately 2,400 people, who will lose their jobs in March 2028. Car production will move to another Nissan plant in southwestern Japan.

Nissan says it is closing its flagship factory in Oppama, Japan, to cut costs and moving all its production there to another plant in southwestern Japan

Nari is first typhoon to make landfall on Japan’s northern main island since 2016

Struggling auto giant Nissan said Tuesday it will stop production at its plant at Oppama in Japan at the end of its 2027 fiscal year.

Japan’s 10-year government bond yield soared above 1.59% on Tuesday, reaching its highest level since 2008, as markets price in potential fiscal stimulus ahead of the July 20 Upper House election. The surge comes despite the Ministry of Finance reducing super-long bond issuances, signaling strong upward pressure on shorter-term rates.

Japanese writer Asako Yuzuki did not expect her novel "Butter" to capture a cult following abroad, hailed as a biting feminist critique of sexism and body-shaming.

Japan has raised strong caution about China’s rapid acceleration of military activity in extensive areas from around its coasts and into the Pacific, describing the moves as the biggest strategic challenge

Japanese automakers have long been synonymous with reliability. But in a surprising turn, three big-name Japanese brands landed on 2025’s least reliable list, according to recent dependability studies. Whether you’re shopping for a new ride or keeping an eye on repair costs, these ratings matter more than ever. If you…

Nintendo has sent a survey to Japanese players asking their thoughts on the controversial Game-Key Cards, a sign that it isn't sure what people make of the unpopular format.

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Monday rose by +0.24% and posted a new 2.5-week high. The dollar moved higher as President Trump's threats to impose 30% tariffs on goods from the European Union (EU) and Mexico, beginning August 1, risk stoking inflation pressures that could keep the Fed from...