Small Tsunami Waves Hit Japan After M7.8 Philippines Quake

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Japan to Begin Talks on Exporting Warships to Indonesia

Japan and Indonesia have agreed to begin talks on the potential export of Asagiri-class destroyers to Jakarta.

Japan Moves to Revise Imperial Rules Amid Succession Crisis

Japan's parliament nears a cross-party deal to revise imperial family rules and address a shrinking pool of heirs.

Japan: Bear Rampage Injures 4 in Fukushima

A rampage by a black bear wounded four people in Japan's northeastern city of Fukushima on Tuesday, according to authorities and media reports.

Severe Typhoon Jangmi Sends Japan Flights, Shinkansen Services in State of Chaos

Hundreds of flights on Tuesday have been cancelled in Japan, as Typhoon Jangmi continues to rage. Shinkansen bullet services also expects disruption.

Japan Shrugs Off China's 'New Militarism' Label

Japan's defense minister rejected China's "new militarism" claim, accusing Beijing of rapidly expanding its military.

Anime Japan Festival Opens in Jakarta to Boost Ties

The Festival of Japanese pop culture, titled Merah! Merah! Anime Japan!! (MMAJ) 2026, marks its first year held in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Japan Population Records Steepest Five-Year Drop in 2025 Census

Japan's population, including foreign residents, was recorded at 123.05 million in 2025.

Japan, Philippines Move Toward Intelligence Pact Amid China Concerns

Japan and the Philippines will begin talks on an intelligence-sharing pact amid concerns over China's military activity.

Taiwan and Japan Resume Direct Ferry Service After 18 Years

Taiwan and Japan resumed direct ferry service between Keelung and Ishigaki Island after an 18-year hiatus.

New Deadly Box Jellyfish Species Found off Singapore

Researchers discovered C. blakangmati, a highly venomous new species of box jellyfish near Singapore's Sentosa Island that actively hunts its prey.