Microsoft to invest $10bn in Japan
World 18:21 03/04/2026TOKYO -- Microsoft Corp. said Friday it will invest US$10 billion in Japan between 2026 and 2029 to beef up artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure capacity in the country and reinforce cybersecurity cooperation with the government.
Bear sightings begin to increase as hibernation ends
World 18:19 03/04/2026TOKYO -- Local authorities in Japan are warning people to watch out for bears as they emerge from hibernation.
Japan to step up fight against scam proceed laundering
World 17:11 03/04/2026TOKYO -- The cabinet of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi approved Friday amendments to the criminal proceeds transfer prevention law to give police stronger ammunition to crack down on money laundering by scammers.
Japan emission trading system begins
World 16:36 02/04/2026TOKYO -- Japan has begun an emission trading system in which companies that emit large amounts of carbon dioxide must participate.
JAL, ANA to raise fuel surcharges in June, July
World 16:24 02/04/2026TOKYO -- Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways will raise fuel surcharges for tickets issued in June and July, nearly doubling the rates from April and May, due to rising oil prices linked to the situation in Iran, it was learned Wednesday.
Japan eases rule on nuclear plant antiterror facility deadline
World 16:21 02/04/2026TOKYO -- Japan's Nuclear Regulation Authority has approved a plan to ease a rule on the deadline for installing antiterrorism facilities at nuclear power plants.
Water-saving rice cultivation method in spotlight in Japan
World 17:07 01/04/2026TOKYO -- The Japanese rice farming industry, saddled with an increased burden amid labor shortages and farmland consolidation, is shifting its attention to the water-saving dry field direct seeding method in hopes of securing stable rice production.
Japan sets up working group to discuss securing critical goods
World 17:06 01/04/2026TOKYO -- Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Tuesday said that the government has set up a working group to discuss measures to secure a stable supply of critical products.
Japan banks to share fraudulent account data from April 2027
World 17:05 01/04/2026TOKYO -- Japan's banking industry will begin sharing data on fraudulent accounts from April 2027 to curb scam-related losses, Masahiko Kato, new chairman of the Japanese Bankers Association, said in a recent interview.
Japan allows joint child custody after divorce
World 13:50 01/04/2026Divorcing parents in Japan can opt to share custody starting Wednesday, ending a system both criticized for encouraging parental child "abductions" and defended as a safeguard for domestic abuse survivors.
Japan to introduce ‘blue ticket’ fines for cyclists Wednesday
World 17:46 31/03/2026TOKYO -- Japan will introduce the 'blue ticket' system for cyclists on Wednesday, allowing riders who commit relatively minor traffic violations to avoid criminal punishment by paying fines.
Japan to secure missile shelters for all residents by 2030
World 17:45 31/03/2026TOKYO -- The Japanese government at a cabinet meeting Tuesday adopted a policy to secure temporary shelters to be used in the event of missile attacks and other emergencies for all residents at the municipal level by 2030.
