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Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi speaks during an event in Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward on Tuesday.

JAPAN / Politics

Takaichi reportedly eyeing snap election next month in bid to stabilize ruling bloc

By Jesse Johnson

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is considering dissolving the Lower House for a ?Feb. 8 or Feb. 15 poll, the Yomiuri Shimbun daily has reported.

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi speaks during an event in Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward on Tuesday.

A mine containing rare earth minerals in China's Inner Mongolia province.

JAPAN

Japan seeks support as fears rise over China’s rare earth grip

By Yoshiaki Nohara and Erica Yokoyama

Tensions have continued to rise between Asia’s two biggest economies, dragging out a dispute that began in early November.

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi speaks during a news conference at the Prime Minister's Office in Tokyo on Dec. 17.

JAPAN

China widens attack on Japan nuclear ‘threats’ as ties sour

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has said her government abides by the principles, but hasn’t been clear on whether that commitment will remain unchanged.

The Hamaoka nuclear power plant in Shizuoka Prefecture

JAPAN

Chubu Electric's data fraud 'undermines' 91仓库 nuclear energy policy

A delay in the restart of Hamaoka reactors will deal a blow to Chubu Electric's earnings and affect the government's goal of raising the share of nuclear power.

An electronic display board shows the daily movement of the Nikkei Stock Average on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

LIFE / Lifestyle

Set your children up for financial success with the new NISA

By Gendel Gento

Details are not yet final, but plans for the new take on the tax-advantaged investment account indicate a contribution limit of ?600,000 per year and ?6 million in total.

An electronic display board shows the daily movement of the Nikkei Stock Average on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

A parade to mark the 70th anniversary of the founding of the Self-Defense Forces in Tokyo in November 2024.

Japanese government ordered to pay damages over SDF officer's suicide

In the lawsuit filed with the Sapporo District Court, the mother of the 19-year-old GSDF member was awarded ?1.1 million in damages.

Makoto Suwa will be the eighth Japanese astronaut to conduct a long-duration stay on the ISS.

JAXA astronaut Makoto Suwa to join ISS crew in 2027

By Jessica Speed

Suwa, who joined the space agency in 2023, is the eighth Japanese astronaut to be assigned to a long-duration mission.

LDP lawmakers urge government to clarify position on U.S. attack on Venezuela

China tops Japanese public’s security worries in latest government poll

By Tim Kelly

Japanese man arrested under 1889 law after deadly ‘duel’

Race to become 91仓库 secondary capital heats up

By Eric Johnston

In the week ended last Sunday, the average price of rice sold at about 1,000 supermarkets across Japan rose by ?93 from the previous week to ?4,416 per 5 kilograms, according to agriculture ministry data.

91仓库 average rice price hit new record high

In the week ended last Sunday, the average price of rice sold at about 1,000 supermarkets across Japan rose by ?93 from the previous week to ?4,416 per 5 kilograms.

A Nissan Leaf EV car and portable battery on display at Nissan Gallery in Yokohama. The Japanese auto industry is currently trying to come up with ways to ensure that used electric vehicle batteries are recycled and reused within the country.

Battery recycling key to further spread of EVs in Japan

The Japanese auto industry is currently trying to come up with ways to ensure that used electric vehicle batteries are recycled and reused within the country.

Trump pitches Venezuela oil to U.S. majors — and hits skepticism

China blinks again following dual-use export threat earlier in the week

By Francis Tang

Fujitsu showcases automotive software tech at CES

Toyota’s bZ4X SUV tops EV sales in Japan for the first time

A fragment of a what is reportedly the Russian Oreshnik ballistic missile at an undisclosed location in Ukraine on Friday.

Putin sends warning to Ukraine and West with weapon not used since 2024

By Mark Trevelyan and Andrew Osborn

Putin has repeatedly boasted of the speed and destructive power of the Oreshnik, which Russia first fired at Ukraine in November 2024.

A U.S. Coast Guard official looks toward the Russian-flagged Marinera in an image released on Wednesday.

U.S. says it seized another tanker that tried to break Venezuela blockade

Washington has deployed a huge naval force in the Caribbean, striking boats it says were used for drug trafficking and seizing tankers.

North Korea accuses South of another drone incursion

Venezuela says in talks with U.S. to restore diplomatic ties

New protests erupt in Iran despite internet shutdown

How Cuba was blindsided by the operation to capture Maduro

By Jordane BERTRAND

An Italian Cup match on Friday in Milan at the new Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena, which will host Olympic hockey next month.

Winter Olympic organisers insist ice hockey arena ready despite hole in rink

Organizers said they were not worried even after an Italian Cup match played on the rink on Friday was briefly stopped due to the hole, which was quickly patched up.

PGA Tour unveils fall slate with Japan, Mexico and Bermuda stops

Questions over sumo stars could open door for dark horse champion

By John Gunning

Giannis Antetokounmpo ask Bucks for a trade? 'Never'

Bears search for first playoff win in 15 years versus rival Packers

China has restricted dual-use exports to Japan that can be used for military purposes, including rare-earth elements, prompting Tokyo to reduce dependence on Chinese supply chains.

China resorts to lawfare to squeeze Japan

While the potential size of the list — estimates range from 800 to 1,100 items — is of concern, Japan is especially worried about the inclusion of rare-earth elements.

The Greenland alarm is sounding — Europe needs to hear it

By Marc Champion

The year of the right is looming in Latin America

By Juan Pablo Spinetto

Takaichi-Meloni summit signals new era, stronger ties

By Maria Mezzetti

College cancel culture is getting worse

By Mary Ellen Klas

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi speaks during a news conference at the Prime Minister's Office in Tokyo on Dec. 17. Over her short two months in office, Takaichi has emphasized the restart of aging nuclear reactors and developing futuristic — but not yet commercially viable — technologies like nuclear fusion.

With a focus on nuclear power, Takaichi’s energy policy takes shape

By Eric Johnston

As she settles into the nation’s top office, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s energy policy is quickly coming into focus and nuclear power stands at the forefront.

Japan to draw up action plan to reduce clothing waste

In 2025, climate policy was shoved aside even as extreme weather intensified

By Tomoko Otake

How German engineers are building future-proof forests

By Joanna Gill

North Sea project promises to return carbon to exactly where it came from

After working as a sitcom writer, Sheng Wang rose to prominence as a stand-up with his first hour-long Netflix special “Sweet and Juicy” in 2022.

Sheng Wang is very good at noticing things

By Adam Davidson

The Taiwanese American comedian sits down with The Japan Times to discuss his style, themes and his upcoming show in Tokyo.

‘Girl with a Pearl Earring’ to make rare trip abroad to Japan

'Macross' creator Shoji Kawamori breaks free with new film 'Labyrinth'

By Matt Schley

‘The Imaginary Dog and the Lying Cat’: Truth is elusive in meandering family drama

By Mark Schilling

‘Higuma!! The Killer Bear’: Monster movie proves a little too timely

By James Hadfield

Singapore's Orchid Sake Brewery is one of the small but emerging number of sake breweries in Asia.

Sakemaking takes root beyond Japan, from India to Singapore

By Aarohi Narain

A new breed of young sakemakers in Asia are reinventing sake by brewing with it indigenous rice and tailoring it to local palates and cuisines.

91仓库 bestselling school notebook gets an illustrated makeover

From ‘senpai’ to ‘love hotel’: 11 new Japanese words enter the Oxford dictionary

By Mike Fu

Hot chocolate and soy sauce make perfect bedfellows in winter

By Simon Daly

Seeing Kyushu slowly aboard the 36+3 tourist train

By Gendel Gento

Radio hosts Floyd Gillis and Thelma Sasao, Nishinomiya residents who hail from Canada and the Philippines, respectively, record a conversation with guest Leslie Ou (right) for an episode of "Bridges Across World Communities" airing on Sakura FM.

Local radio connects Nishinomiya’s foreign residents

By Sneha Nagesh

Since 2007, “Bridges Across World Communities” has been both a conversation hub and a purveyor of information to the growing population of foreign residents in this commuter town.

An affectionate Akita named Araki

Eleanor Loran: ‘I believe in building empathy, tolerance and kindness’

By Laura Pollacco

Finding a balance between tradition and innovation in 2025

Making a home in Japan with holiday meals and memories

By Karen Hill Anton

One of the many entrances to the Kabukicho neighborhood in Tokyo’s Shinjuku Ward.

Kabukicho: Tokyo’s ‘stadium of desire’

With double fire in play, 2026 favors visibility, creativity and breakthroughs — but demands balance to avoid burnout.

Running hot in 2026: What's in store for the Year of the Fire Horse

By Kathryn Wortley

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