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Japanese frigate arrives in Australia as Tokyo bids for defense deal
The Japanese stealth frigate JS Yahagi has docked in Australia's northern-most city of Darwin as part of Japan’s push to ...
My first trip to Japan left me feeling rude and underdressed. I wish I'd known better before I left.
I could've avoided several travel mistakes if I'd known about Japan's slipper etiquette and unspoken train rules before I ...
Japan Flexes Its Military Muscle at China, and Trump
A highly visible missile base on Okinawa is part of a Japanese defense buildup made amid fears of Beijing’s growing power and ...
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This little-known town just a few kilometres from Tokyo nestled between mountains and forests of giant cedars is a must-visit in Japan
While all the noise and business of Tokyo can sometimes get your head a-spinning, there are towns in the surrounding area ...
Explosion at a US air base in southern Japan injures 4 Japanese soldiers
TOKYO (AP) — An explosion at a storage site for unexploded ordnance at a U.S. military base on Japan’s southern island of ...
Japan to release 200,000 more tons of emergency rice to curb prices
Japan will release another 200,000 metric tons of rice from its emergency stockpile to tackle a doubling of prices since last ...
Japan’s Economy Remains at Risk of Technical Recession, Data Shows
The Japanese economy shrank less than initially estimated in the first quarter but remains at risk of technical recession, ...
All-time great wrestler Hakuho quits Japan Sumo Association with plans to form global body
Hakuho, a retired “yokozuna” or grand champion, says he has quit the Japan Sumo Association after an apparent falling out ...
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This Tokyo Neighborhood Is A Hidden Haven And The Ultimate Destination For Retro Fashion And Vintage Charm
Escape Tokyo's crowds in this laid-back neighborhood where vintage shops, record stores, and quirky cafés create the perfect ...