World Series Champion L.A. Dodgers’ Season Opener in Japan to Be Focus of Upcoming Doc ‘Homecoming: The Tokyo Series’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Banijay Americas' BD4 has partnered with Fathom Entertainment and MLB Studios to produce the doc 'Homecoming: The Tokyo Series.'

Diplomatic spat between Tokyo and Beijing threatens Japan's already fragile economy

Tensions spiraled on Nov. 8, when Takaichi said that a Chinese attempt to seize Taiwan by force would constitute a "survival-threatening situation" for Japan.

Japan says warplanes scrambled as Chinese drone detected near southern island close to Taiwan

Tension between Japan and China has escalated over the new Japanese leader's suggestion Tokyo could intervene militarily if Beijing attacks Taiwan.
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Pokemon fans will need to pass a fitness test before entering new Tokyo theme park

Trainers who want to catch ’em all at PokePark Kanto should know there’s a strict fitness requirement for certain areas.

Tokyo to Improve Content Creators’ Work Conditions Under ‘Cool Japan’ Strategy

Japan’s minister in charge of promoting its cultural exports pledged to improve working conditions for content creators as part of a renewed government push to expand the global reach of the entertainment industry.

Chinese media footage worsens Tokyo-Beijing bickering

Images of “diplomatic superiority” shown by Chinese state media have exacerbated the Japan-China feud over Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s remarks about Taiwan.

Japan’s economy contracts as exports get hit by US tariffs

Japan has reported its economy contracted at a 1.8% annual pace in July-September as President Donald Trump’s tariffs hurt exports.

Japan ruling-party panel proposes $161 billion extra budget to fund stimulus

A Japan ruling-party panel consisting of lawmakers close to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi proposed on Tuesday compiling a supplementary budget exceeding 25 trillion yen ($161 billion) to fund the premier's planned stimulus package.
The Japan Times

Japanese companies advised to change mindset about investment in Africa

Investment opportunities in Africa come into the spotlight whenever the triennial Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD) takes place. This year, Japan hosted the event in August, where then-Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba met with 34 African premiers and heads of international bodies.
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China to halt Japan seafood imports amid Taiwan spat: reports

China will suspend imports of Japanese seafood, media in Tokyo reported Wednesday as a diplomatic spat sparked by comments about Taiwan deepens.
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