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Japan

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Foreign M&A Activity Contributes to Yen Weakness, Analysts Say

The Japanese yen has fallen to a roughly 40-year low against the U.S. dollar amid increased foreign mergers and acquisitions in Japan.

Jul 23, 2026, 5:30 PM Nikkei Asia

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Grounded editorial scene illustrating A severe heatwave in Japan has led to record hospitalisations in Tokyo and multiple heat-related deaths nationwide.

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Tokyo Sees Highest Heat-Related Hospitalisations Since 2010 Amid Severe Heatwave

A severe heatwave in Japan has led to record hospitalisations in Tokyo and multiple heat-related deaths nationwide.

CNA Latest News | Jul 23, 2026, 6:44 AM

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Anduril and Other Drone Makers Target Japanese Technology for Global Growth

Drone manufacturers are increasingly looking to Japan's component suppliers to support expanding global demand.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 22, 2026, 10:45 PM

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Kawasaki Heavy Industries Proposes Hydrogen-Based Naphtha Production Amid Strait of Hormuz Disruptions

Japan's Kawasaki Heavy Industries aims to mitigate petrochemical supply challenges by developing synthetic naphtha from hydrogen.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 17, 2026, 10:08 PM

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Toyota Tsusho Launches Direct Auto Parts Shipping to Canada and Mexico, Avoiding US Tariffs

Japanese trading house Toyota Tsusho introduces a service enabling small auto parts suppliers to ship directly from Japan to North American carmaking hubs, reducing transport costs by up to 60%.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 16, 2026, 8:56 PM

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Nvidia Collaborates with Toyota’s Woven City to Advance AI Traffic Management

The U.S. chipmaker Nvidia partners with Toyota Motor’s Woven City in Japan to provide foundational AI technologies aimed at enhancing traffic management systems.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 16, 2026, 1:54 AM

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Nvidia Partners with Toyota’s Woven City to Advance AI Traffic Management

The U.S. chipmaker Nvidia will supply foundational AI technologies to Toyota Motor’s Woven City smart city project in Japan’s Shizuoka prefecture.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 11:35 PM

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Fender Warns Yamaha Over Guitar Design Copyrights Amid Brand Defense

U.S. guitar maker Fender has cautioned Japan's Yamaha to respect copyright protections for its iconic Stratocaster design, signaling an expansion of its efforts to protect its brand.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 10:30 PM

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Fake Video on Okinawa Independence Demonstration Highlights AI-Driven Cognitive Warfare

A viral fake video falsely showing an Okinawa independence protest in Japan illustrates the growing use of AI in misinformation campaigns linked to Beijing.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 8:13 PM

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Japanese FamilyAlbum App Targets Global Expansion After Surpassing 30 Million Users

FamilyAlbum, a Japanese photo-sharing app, plans to grow its international user base and services amid Japan's declining birthrate.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 4:05 AM

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Global Nature Positive Summit 2026 Sets New Benchmarks for Corporate Environmental Restoration

At the international conference in Kumamoto, Japan, four standardized indicators were introduced to measure businesses' efforts in reversing natural capital loss.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 14, 2026, 12:12 PM

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US Becomes Leading Helium Supplier to Asia Amid Iran Conflict and China Export Limits

Taiwan, Japan, and South Korea increasingly rely on the US for helium, a critical gas for semiconductor manufacturing, as global supplies tighten due to geopolitical tensions.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 13, 2026, 7:22 AM

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Rising Costs Lead More Japanese to Skip Summer Travel in 2026

Economic pressures are causing a decline in summer travel plans among residents in Japan.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 12, 2026, 9:56 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating Typhoon Bavi has caused deadly landslides in the Philippines, widespread power outages in Taiwan and Japan, and prompted mass evacuations in China ahead of its expected landfall.

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Typhoon Bavi Disrupts East Asia, Killing 17 in the Philippines

Typhoon Bavi has caused deadly landslides in the Philippines, widespread power outages in Taiwan and Japan, and prompted mass evacuations in China ahead of its expected landfall.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 11, 2026, 4:54 PM

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US and Allies Condemn China’s Submarine-Launched ICBM Test in Pacific

China’s recent test of an unarmed intercontinental ballistic missile from a submarine in the Pacific Ocean has drawn condemnation from the US, Japan, Australia, and New Zealand amid concerns over nuclear proliferation and regional security.

The Hill | Jul 7, 2026, 8:58 PM

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Taiwan's Whisky Industry Gains Global Recognition, Leveraging Unique Climate

Kavalan Distillery in Yilan County has propelled Taiwan onto the world whisky map, challenging established producers in Scotland and Japan.

CNA Latest News | Jul 7, 2026, 6:27 AM

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China Conducts Long-Range Ballistic Missile Test in South Pacific Amid Regional Defence Pact

China test-launched a ballistic missile from a nuclear submarine in the South Pacific, drawing concern from Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and Fiji amid new regional security developments.

France 24 English | Jul 6, 2026, 5:06 AM

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Japanese Drone Industry Leader Calls for Regulatory Alignment with Taiwan

A top Japanese drone industry official urges harmonization of drone regulations between Japan and Taiwan and advocates for easing Tokyo's defense cooperation restrictions.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 4, 2026, 12:49 PM

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Accidental Bear Spray Discharge Injures Five in Nagoya Post Office

A surge in bear attacks in Japan has led to increased use of bear spray, but an accidental discharge in Nagoya caused injuries and raised safety concerns.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 3, 2026, 8:15 AM

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China's New Ethnic Unity Law Sparks International Backlash

The recently enacted Chinese law on ethnic unity raises concerns over minority rights and extraterritorial jurisdiction, drawing criticism from Japan, Europe, and international organizations.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 1, 2026, 10:40 AM

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Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to Double Gas Turbine Production by 2030 Amid Rising Data Center Demand

The Japanese manufacturer will invest over $618 million in its gas turbine operations in Japan and the US to meet growing power needs driven by data centers and AI expansion.

Nikkei Asia | Jun 27, 2026, 7:04 PM

The new headquarters of the Toyota Motor Corporation, opened in February 2005 in Toyota City.

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Toyota Targets 10.5 Million Vehicle Production in 2027 Driven by Hybrid Demand

The Japanese automaker plans to surpass 10 million global vehicle output for the first time since 2023, focusing on hybrid models and next-generation hybrid battery production.

Nikkei Asia | Aug 5, 2026, 4:09 PM

The Hubble Ultra Deep Field , is an image of a small region of space in the constellation Fornax, composited from Hubble Space Telescope data accumulated over a period from September 3, 2003 through January 16, 2004. The patch of sky in which the galaxies reside was chosen because it had a low density of bright stars in the near-field.

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Japanese Apparel Giant World Launches AI-Designed Fashion Line OO

World's new brand OO uses generative AI for both garment and model design, with some products selling out quickly after release.

Nikkei Asia | Aug 5, 2026, 2:55 PM

The Seven Sisters , a series of seven chalk cliff peaks along the East Sussex coast in England. Seaford head in the background is on the other side of the River Cuckmere and not part of the Seven Sisters. Taken by myself as a series of 7 frames with a Canon 5D and 70-200mm f/2.8L lens at 200mm.

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Japanese Banks Increase Interest Rates on Large Deposits to Attract Property Sale Funds

Specialized deposit products target affluent clients amid rising interest rates, with limited benefits for smaller depositors.

Nikkei Asia | Aug 4, 2026, 6:16 PM