Japanese PM Ishiba Resigns After Election Defeats
TOKYO – Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba announced his resignation today, less than a year after taking office, amid growing internal dissent and significant election defeats for the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). The move comes after Ishiba concluded a … Continue reading Japanese PM Ishiba Resigns After Election Defeats
Japan: Typhoon Shanshan Leaves Trail of Destruction
TOKYO – In a devastating blow to the nation, Typhoon Shanshan has wreaked havoc across Japan, leading to tragic loss of life and widespread disruption. The powerful storm, which is considered one of the strongest to hit the country in … Continue reading Japan: Typhoon Shanshan Leaves Trail of Destruction
Ryuichi Sakamoto: A Musical Genius and a Social Activist
TOKYO – Ryuichi Sakamoto was one of the most influential and versatile composers of our time. He created music that spanned genres, cultures, and media, from electronic pop to classical symphonies, from film scores to environmental soundscapes. He collaborated with … Continue reading Ryuichi Sakamoto: A Musical Genius and a Social Activist
Japan to build virus testing centers for foreigners
Tokyo – Japan plans to set up new coronavirus testing centers at three major airports in Tokyo and Osaka, as well as in central parts of the cities, as the country prepares to relax its travel restrictions, health minister Katsunobu … Continue reading Japan to build virus testing centers for foreigners
Brexit: Toyota plans to pause production
London/Tokyo – Toyota Motor will stop building cars in the U.K. for a few days after Brexit in case of snags from a no-deal breakup. A plant in central England will suspend production the day after the Oct. 31 divorce … Continue reading Brexit: Toyota plans to pause production