Japan’s prime minister outlines a sweeping long-term investment plan aimed at AI defense and infrastructure as the economy manages its first sustained inflation in 30 years.
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Takaichi to visit India this week for talks with PM Modi
Japan’s Economic Security Minister Sanae Takaichi scheduled talks with PM Modi on technology partnerships.
2 tropical storms pound Japan with floods and landslides, killing 1
Two tropical storms brought severe flooding and landslides to Japan, resulting in one casualty.
Japan Orders Evacuations in Western Regions Amid Heavy Downpours and Landslide Warnings
Parts of western Japan were placed on evacuation alert as two approaching tropical storms combined with local rainfall to trigger landslide risk warnings.
Japan Draws 1-1 with Sweden Both Teams Advance from FIFA World Cup Group F
Netherlands and Japan both progress from Group F with Japan securing passage alongside its rival in a tense draw.
Japan Accelerating Military Buildup Despite Shrinking and Reluctant Recruitment Base
Japan’s expanding defence program is colliding with a demographic crisis and public reluctance to enlist, raising questions about long-term sustainability.
Japan Fans Celebrate 4-0 World Cup Victory in Tokyo Streets
Hundreds of thousands of supporters took to the streets of Tokyo to celebrate Japan’s decisive victory in a group stage match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Japan vs Tunisia and Ecuador vs Curaçao Also in Action in World Cup Group E
Four group stage matches took place on June 20 as the World Cup’s expanded 48-team format kept multiple groups in simultaneous action.
Ecuador vs Curaçao and Japan vs Tunisia Also Played at World Cup on June 20
Four matches were played on Day 10 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 with Ecuador facing Curaçao and Japan taking on Tunisia in Group E matches.
Japan Beetles Re-Emerge in Eastern and Central Kansas Gardens This Season
The invasive Japanese beetle has returned to Kansas gardens, with horticulturalists warning the insect can feed on more than 300 plant species.