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Japan PM Takaichi plans Australia visit to discuss rare earths, Nikkei reports

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will also discuss the “free and open Indo-Pacific” initiative with Australian officials, Nikkei said.

Japanese, French and Omani vessels cross the Strait of Hormuz

FILE PHOTO: A map showing the Strait of Hormuz and a 3D printed oil pipeline are seen in this illustration taken March 23, 2026. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration//File Photo

Japan aims to ease arms export rules, allow lethal weapons sales

Under the planned revision, arms exports to countries where armed conflict is taking place are prohibited in principle.

Albirex Niigata goalkeeper Hassan Sunny continues to terrorise attackers at 42

Even at 42, Hassan Sunny continues to put up admirable performances for Albirex Niigata as the Singapore Premier League's oldest local-born goalkeeper.

Japan’s order for Tomahawk missiles delayed by US use in Iran

Tomahawk missiles are a centrepiece of Tokyo’s new strategy of equipping itself with long-range strike capabilities to deal with challenges from China and North Korea.

Microsoft readies US$10 billion AI investment plan in Japan

Microsoft made the announcement in a release that coincided with its President Brad Smith’s meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

Geisha spectacle in Japan’s Kyoto celebrates arrival of spring

Geisha and maiko (apprentice geisha) take part in a rehearsal for the annual "Miyako Odori" -- which means "capital city dance" in Japanese, at the Gion Kobu Kaburenjo in Kyoto on March 31, 2026. Against a backdrop of blooming cherry blossoms, a group of geishas elegantly shuffle onto a stage in Japan's Kyoto city to begin a centuries-old performance celebrating the arrival of spring.
Dressed in sky blue kimonos emblazoned with flowers, the dancers twist and twirl in unison in front of hundreds of spectators eager to see the annual "Miyako Odori" in the nation's spectacular ancient capital. (Photo by Philip FONG / AFP)

Japan sees record cannabis-related police probes in 2025

Japan criminalised the use of cannabis under the revised Narcotics and Psychotropics Control Act that took effect in December 2024.

Japan axe coach Nils Nielsen 12 days after winning Women’s Asian Cup

Outgoing Japan coach Nils Nielsen lifting the trophy as Japan celebrate winning the Women’s Asian Cup after beating hosts Australia 1-0 at Stadium Australia in Sydney on March 21, 2026.

Australia and Japan’s women’s teams say AFC ignoring pay inequality concerns

Japan's team celebrating with the trophy after beating hosts Australia 1-0 in the final of the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup at Stadium Australia in Sydney on March 21, 2026.

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