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The Cannes Film Festival opens with an anti-war message
The Cannes Film Festival has just opened in France. Films about Russia and Ukraine are…
Local residents harness digital art for regional revitalization
Some groups in Japan are harnessing the power of digital art to revitalize their local…
Japan and Great Britain agree on the principle of a defense pact
Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio and his British counterpart Boris Johnson have agreed in principle…
Foreign intern appeals to Supreme Court
Le Thi Thuy Linh was found guilty of abandoning the bodies of her two stillborn…
Kishida calls for more investment in Japan
Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio called for increased investment in Japan in a speech in…
Kishida announces new sanctions against Russia
Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio announced additional sanctions against Russia. He said Japan would freeze…
Foreign ministers of Japan and Kazakhstan discuss Russian invasion
The foreign ministers of Japan and Kazakhstan discussed how to react to the Russian invasion…
Tokyo rapper arrested for tagging Yamanote Line while intoxicated
Public not at all shocked by the news. The four pillars of hip hop culture…
Kishida and Scholz hold summit talks in Tokyo
Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio and visiting German Chancellor Olaf Scholz held summit talks on…
Launch of an international group to fight manga and anime piracy
An international organization has been launched to fight manga and anime piracy. The Japan Overseas…
2 Best Foreign Loan Options in Japan
Can Foreigners Borrow in Japan? But there are several steps before that. This page will…
Indonesia to ban palm oil exports
The world’s largest palm oil producer, Indonesia, is to ban palm oil exports amid rising…
North Korea may hold a military parade on its birthday
North Korea celebrates the 90th anniversary of the founding of its military on Monday. Speculation…
Japanese companies clean the eyes of the mineral industry
Chances are you’re reading this on a smartphone or PC. These gadgets are an integral…
French media: President Macron on the verge of being re-elected
A French public broadcaster said centrist incumbent President Emmanuel Macron was assured victory over far-right…
Opening of the Asia-Pacific Water Summit in Japan
High-level delegations from Asia-Pacific countries and international organizations gathered in Japan to discuss water-related issues.…
Top regional official chosen by China, not the people: Japan News
TOKYO (THE JAPAN NEWS/ ASIA NEWS NETWORK) – If only people recommended by China are…
Diplomatic Blue Book: Russia ‘Illegally Occupies’ Japan’s Northern Territories
Japan’s annual diplomatic report criticized Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. It also mentions for the first…
Could China Cross the Line in Taiwan?
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has served as a wake-up call for Taiwan, which some observers…
Timor-Leste organizes a presidential run-off | NHK WORLD-JAPAN News
In Timor-Leste, formerly known as East Timor, voters vote in a presidential runoff on Tuesday.…
Ukrainian evacuee takes her first Japanese lesson
A Ukrainian woman evacuated to Japan took her first language course thanks to a group…
Winemaker uncovers post-disaster potential of Minamisanriku
Sasaki Michihiko is a newcomer to the city of Minamisanriku in northeastern Japan, but he…
Japan applies additional sanctions against Russia
The Japanese government has formalized additional sanctions against Russia, including freezing the assets of President…
Matsuno: North Korea’s recent moves are ‘unacceptable’
The Japanese government spokesman said recent actions taken by North Korea, including ballistic missile testing,…
Russia must accept the weight of being ‘expelled’ from international body: Japan News
TOKYO (THE JAPAN NEWS/ ASIA NEWS NETWORK) – It is clear that Russia has become…
Amateur musicians organize a charity concert for Ukraine
Amateur musicians in Japan called for support for Ukraine at a charity concert in Ibaraki…
Japan plans 4th dose of COVID-19 vaccines
This is our series on key information related to the coronavirus. Click here to read…
Podcast alert! ‘The Week’ brings news from Japan to busy people
There’s a lot going on in the world, and many don’t have time to read…
Making Putin realize that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is a mistake: Japan News
TOKYO (THE JAPAN NEWS/ ASIA NEWS NETWORK) – The atrocities committed by the Russian military…
An international group to fight manga and anime piracy
An international organization to prevent manga and anime piracy is expected to launch this month.…
The war in Ukraine could trigger a global food crisis
The World Food Program warns that the fighting in Ukraine could cause the world’s worst…
UN demonstrates urgency to meet climate target: Japan News
TOKYO (THE JAPAN NEWS/ ASIA NEWS NETWORK) – The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC),…
Toyama Bay specialty season opener
A fishing port facing Toyama Bay on the Sea of Japan coast is buzzing this…
Ukraine accuses Russia of ‘genocide’ in Bucha
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accused Russian forces of committing “genocide” near kyiv. World leaders…
Myanmar military steps up attacks on ethnic groups
Videos and images from northwest Myanmar paint a devastating picture of the relentless crackdown on…
A new sumo hero flourishes
March is known as the month of surprises in the sumo world, and the last…
Japan’s legal age of majority lowered to 18
Japan has lowered the legal age of adulthood from 20 to 18. This change means…
Ukrainian Deputy PM remains skeptical of Russian measures
Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Olha Stefanishyna said there have been changes in Russia’s attitude in…
Mayor of Mariupol calls for safe evacuation routes
The mayor of the city of Mariupol in eastern Ukraine stressed the need for safe…
Russia and China agree to expand cooperation
Russia and China have agreed to expand cooperation as the rift between Moscow and Western…
North Korea’s new missile shocks Japan
Japanese defense officials say North Korea’s latest intercontinental ballistic missile test is a next-level threat.The…
Shanghai begins strict COVID restrictions
The eastern part of Shanghai is under strict restrictions on exits as authorities try to…
List of municipal counseling centers for Ukrainians
Some Japanese municipalities have started providing counseling services to Ukrainians fleeing the Russian invasion of…
Kuma Kengo builds a tunnel in Murakami Haruki’s wonderland
Bookworms in Japan now have the chance to immerse themselves in the literary world of…
Visit of Chinese Foreign Minister to Afghanistan and India
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visited India for the first time since the deadly clash…
The Beijing Games, a political platform for Ukrainian Paralympians
Against the backdrop of war, Ukrainian para-athletes won a bumper crop of gold medals at…
Kishida condemns North Korean missile launch
Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio has strongly condemned North Korea’s firing of a ballistic missile…
Transcript of Zelenskyy’s speech to the Japanese Diet
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy became the first foreign leader to address members of the Japanese…
Myanmar’s education system goes underground
Many teachers and students in Myanmar have moved the educational process underground since the military…
Opening of the AIE ministerial meeting in Paris
Ministers from major energy-consuming countries met in Paris to discuss ways to enhance energy security.…
Bilingual tour guides prepare for the post-pandemic era
Bilingual tour guides in Japan have had little work recently as there have been few…
Japan and Cambodia agree to cooperate on Ukraine
The leaders of Japan and Cambodia exchanged views on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and agreed…
Increase in civilian deaths in Ukraine
The Russian army intensifies its offensive to counter the fierce resistance in Ukraine. Civilian casualties…
Japanese students hold mock conference on nuclear abolition
When Russian president Vladimir Putin ordered his country’s nuclear forces to be put on standby…
Civilians in Ukraine find few places to hide
The Ukrainians rushed for cover when they saw and heard the approach of Russian forces.…
Southeast Asian countries ease restrictions on foreign travelers
Southeast Asian countries are easing coronavirus travel restrictions to support their economies. Vietnam has reopened…
Police send Osaka clinic arson case to prosecutors
Japanese police on Wednesday handed prosecutors the case of a suspect for arson and murder…
Hayashi, Minister of Foreign Affairs: Japan will ask for a reform of the UN
Japanese Foreign Minister Hayashi Yoshimasa said the country would seek reform of the United Nations,…
Economic relations between Japan and Russia are entering a difficult period
Japanese companies continue to suspend operations in Russia as the country faces mounting sanctions. An…
Kishi: Japan will provide additional aid to Ukraine
Japanese Defense Minister Kishi Nobuo said the country would provide additional aid to Ukraine in…
Russia’s claims draw criticism from international community
The UN Security Council met to discuss Russian claims about biological labs in Ukraine and…
Attacks on civilians escalate in Ukraine
Russian forces are stepping up their attacks on Ukraine as they advance towards the capital…
Japan’s favorite anti-piracy mascots become models【Video】
Ah, the classic career path from PSAs for copyright infringement to the track. Warning people…
China condemns US ban on Russian energy imports
China has condemned the US ban on energy imports from Russia as a further sanction…
Kishi tells Ukrainian envoy Japan’s support
Japanese Defense Minister Kishi Nobuo told the Ukrainian ambassador that Japan would continue to provide…
Safe passage in Ukraine prevented by bombings
In Ukraine, Russian forces continued to shell despite a proposal from Moscow to create safe…
Survey: 2011 disaster still impacting community ties and livelihoods
An NHK opinion poll reveals that a majority of survivors of the 2011 earthquake, tsunami…
The UNSC denounces the attack on a reactor | NHK WORLD-JAPAN News
Members of the United Nations Security Council gathered for an emergency meeting to discuss Russia’s…
ASEAN calls for ceasefire in Ukraine
Foreign ministers of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations have called for an immediate ceasefire…
Pollen allergy symptoms can be confused with coronavirus
This is our series on key information related to the coronavirus. Click here to read…
Denmark COVID cases drop after restrictions end
When Danish leaders saw COVID-19 infection rates reach record highs earlier this year, instead of…
ASEAN envoy to visit Myanmar from March 20
Cambodia has announced that a special envoy from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations will…
Japan will accept Ukrainian refugees and work for ceasefire
Japan will accept refugees fleeing the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio…
Neutral countries break with tradition on Ukraine
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has drawn criticism from world leaders. It is even pushing traditionally…
Tongans are fighting for their livelihoods a month later
People in Tonga are struggling to maintain their livelihoods following a massive underwater volcanic eruption…
Global criticism of Russia grows
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he received some signals from Russia during the first round…
UN Panel: Climate Change Causes Widespread Disruption
The United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has released a report warning of the…
India plays balancing act against Russian invasion
Demonstrations took place in the Indian capital over the weekend against Russia’s decision. But the…
Japanese government and BOJ hold emergency talks on Ukraine
Japan’s financial authorities and central banks have gathered for urgent discussions on how the Ukraine…