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POLITICSAug 31Japan opposition alliance on brink of collapse after merger talks stallJapan’s centrist opposition alliance stood on the brink of falling apart on Monday, with sources saying members who joined from the Komeito party just months ago could leave the group. The development follows the collapse of talks on the incorporation by the Centrist Reform Alliance of members of Komeito and the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan (CDPJ) in a three-way merger to counter the ruling coalition, led by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. The leaders of the three opposition parties...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 30ASEAN and Japan’s Updated Free and Open Indo-Pacific InitiativeProtecting a shared foundation, not a blocThe Diplomat
POLITICSAug 30The Reason Japan Cannot Commit to Dialogue with North KoreaThe Tanaka affair has cast a long shadow.The Diplomat
POLITICSAug 30Incumbent re-elected in mayoral election on island in Sea of Japan with population of about 300; voter turnout 91%Asahi Shimbun
POLITICSAug 30‘Chilling effect’: Japan’s whistle-blowers weigh high price of speaking outYutaka Kato* knew there would be risks when he reported suspected misconduct by his employer to Japanese authorities. What he did not expect, he said, was a 47.88 million yen (US$300,000) damages claim from that employer – the Japanese subsidiary of US-listed medical device manufacturer STAAR Surgical – along with the prospect of years in court and the uncertainty of whether he would ever return to work. Kato is among a growing number of whistle-blowers in Japan who say laws meant to protect...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 29Japan resumes student exchange trips to Russia after 7 - year hiatusJapan has resumed student exchange trips to Russia after a seven-year break. This marks a notable development in diplomatic and cultural relations between the two countries.japantoday.com · Japan
POLITICSAug 28Takaichi Is No Abe: Japan’s New Conservative PoliticsAfter roughly 10 months in power, the differences between Takaichi and Abe are becoming increasingly difficult to ignore.The Diplomat
POLITICSAug 28Japan’s Narrowing Path to Permanent ResidencyTakaichi’s new policies are pushing away foreign workers. Rural areas and strained industries will pay the price.Foreign Policy
POLITICSAug 28Yokohama mayor resigns over power harassment | The Asahi Shimbun : Breaking News , Japan News and AnalysisThe mayor of Yokohama has resigned from office due to allegations of power harassment. This signifies a leadership change in a major Japanese city following misconduct claims.asahi.com · Japan
POLITICSAug 28Japan police to roll out body-worn cameras nationwide in 2027 after trialsJapanese police will expand use of body-worn cameras nationwide from next financial year after trials showed they were effective in providing evidence and verifying that investigative procedures were followed appropriately, the National Police Agency said on Friday. The agency has requested about 170 million yen (US$1 million) for the year starting April 2027 to cover related costs for around 2,000 cameras. Trials began in September last year in 13 prefectural police departments, covering...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 28Hanson tells star candidate to stop speaking JapaneseA political figure named Hanson reportedly told a star candidate to cease speaking Japanese. This suggests a political controversy or directive within a party.greatlakesadvocate.com.au · Australia
POLITICSAug 28US base dispute hangs over Japan’s Okinawa governor electionOkinawa’s governor election next month is set to be a major test of whether Japan’s ruling party can win over voters from a prefecture that has long opposed its security agenda and the heavy US military presence on its islands. A victory by Genta Koja, the Liberal Democratic Party-backed candidate, would likely help smooth ties between Okinawa and Tokyo and weaken resistance against the planned relocation of the US Marine Corps’ Futenma base within the prefecture, according to analysts. Such an...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 27Trump Keeps Stabbing Japan in the BackTokyo doesn’t have a playbook for a supposed ally this unreliable.Foreign Policy
POLITICSAug 26Sanctioned ICC president asked Japan to help de - escalate US tensionsThe sanctioned president of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has reportedly sought Japan's assistance to reduce tensions with the United States. This highlights ongoing international diplomatic efforts concerning geopolitical relations.troyrecord.com · United States
POLITICSAug 26Japan tripled departure tax to fund tourism but is using money on cherry blossoms and bearsOn 1 July, Japan increased its departure tax for everyone flying out of the country, raising it from 1,000 yen to 3,000 yen per departure, with the cost…Japan Today
POLITICSAug 26What is really behind Japan’s planned cabinet shake-up?Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi remains in a strong position despite a poll showing falling support for her administration, ahead of an expected cabinet reshuffle to bolster her coalition government. A new cabinet could help the government win over voters, reward ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) lawmakers and win the support of junior coalition partner Ishin no Kai, analysts have said. Takaichi is expected to embark on such a move in mid- or late September, according to reports by...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 25Japan PM says to maintain subsidies capping gasoline prices , tap reservesThe Japanese Prime Minister announced plans to continue subsidies for capping gasoline prices and to utilize strategic reserves. This indicates a government effort to manage energy costs and economic stability.english.kyodonews.net · Japan
POLITICSAug 25Japan lawmakers head to Beijing to mend ties - News TodayJapanese lawmakers are traveling to Beijing with the aim of improving diplomatic relations between the two nations. This initiative signifies an effort to strengthen international ties.newstodaynet.com · India
POLITICSAug 25Japan sets financial hardship, humanitarian need criteria for visa fee cutsJapan's immigration agency said Tuesday that foreigners who meet criteria for financial hardship and humanitarian consideration will be eligible for fee cuts when visa application and renewal charges…Japan Today
POLITICSAug 24Japanese delegation seeks to soothe strained ties with ChinaA cross-party delegation lands in Beijing as Tokyo tries to defrost its worst China rift in decades.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 24Japanese lawmakers travel to Beijing, seeking to mend ties after Takaichi's Taiwan remark falloutA cross-party group of Japanese lawmakers, including one from Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's governing party, headed to Beijing on Monday to meet with Chinese officials for the first…Japan Today
POLITICSAug 24Japan vows support for U.S.-sanctioned ICC head amid criticism of responseThe Japanese government on Monday said it intends to provide any necessary support to International Criminal Court President Tomoko Akane after she was sanctioned by the United States,…Japan Today
POLITICSAug 24 War criminals shrine : China replacement name for Yasukuni sharpens rhetoric against Japan – Asia News NetworkChina's use of a replacement name for the Yasukuni Shrine is intensifying rhetoric against Japan, focusing on a historical dispute. This indicates rising diplomatic tensions between the two nations over historical memory.asianews.network · China
POLITICSAug 23Japan and Geopolitics : China and the Russian Federation – Modern Tokyo TimesThis article discusses the geopolitical relationship between Japan, China, and the Russian Federation. It explores the complex international dynamics involving these major global powers.moderntokyotimes.com · Japan
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