Government adopts ¥8.5 trillion stopgap spending package
Parliament is expected to approve the first stopgap budget in 11 years on Monday.
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Japan adopts new target for regions to address overtourism
The target is intended to strengthen measures by utilizing revenue from the nation's departure tax, which is set to increase.
Japan to tighten requirements for naturalization starting April 1
The criteria for foreign nationals seeking citizenship will be brought to the level required for permanent residency.
Hokkaido city reaches settlement over death of bullied girl
The family of the victim had sought about ¥115 million in damages, claiming the city failed to respond appropriately.
Family of late Ohkawara executive to file suit over judges' decisions
The family of Shizuo Aishima, who died before charges against him were dropped, is seeking ¥170 million in damages from …
86-year-old 'super volunteer' excited for return to school
"Life is a never-ending learning process," said Haruo Obata, who will attend a night junior high school.
Japan to consider SDF minesweepers for Hormuz depending on situation
Whether to dispatch SDF minesweepers "has to be decided depending on the situation at that time and based on law," …
Former Tokyo police officer found guilty of leak to sex scout group
In the trial, defendant Daisuke Jinbo, formerly of the organized crime division at the Metropolitan Police Department, said he acted …
Takaichi asks IEA chief to prepare additional 'coordinated release' of oil
The head of the International Energy Agency has said he is "ready to move forward" with an additional release of …
What to know about Japan’s new traffic rules for cyclists
Starting April 1, the "blue ticket" system aims to reduce violations by issuing fines for minor offenses such as using …
High school textbooks to teach various aspects of generative AI
A total of 220 textbooks for 11 subjects have passed the second round of screenings conducted under the current curriculum …
Tokyo police launch website detailing anonymous criminal groups
The website outlines details of the latest fraud methods and presents accounts of people who took on illegal jobs.
Research team confirms safety of Alzheimer's drug Lecanemab
The research team examined data on the health status of 2,672 patients 28 weeks after the start of the treatment.
Government starts discussions on punishing sex buyers
A panel will consider introducing action against those who buy sex under the prostitution prevention law, which currently penalizes acts …
Tepco completes treated water releases for fiscal 2025
The utility finished the seventh and final treated water release for fiscal 2025 from its crippled Fukushima No. 1 nuclear …
Takaichi prepares provisional budget as the nature of debate shifts
The development has provided ammunition for the opposition to accuse the Takaichi administration for political mismanagement.
Japan calls GSDF officer’s break-in at Chinese Embassy ‘deeply regrettable’
The suspect, who had hidden a blade on the grounds, said he had wanted to speak to the ambassador, and …
Imperial couple postpone Tohoku visit due to cold symptoms
The couple, along with Princess Aiko, were slated to inspect recovery efforts in areas affected by the March 2011 powerful …
An individual who claimed to be a Japan Self-Defense Forces officer scaled
An individual who claimed to be a Japan Self-Defense Forces officer scaled the wall and forcibly entered the Chinese Embassy …
Japanese ‘soldier’ breaks into Chinese embassy and threatens to kill diplomats
Beijing says ‘deeply shocked’ by incident and calls for thorough investigation