Japan18 hrs ago'Not again': Arrest of US marine for murder reignites protests in Japan's OkinawaFor many locals on this island, the arrest has brought decades of frustration back to the fore.18 hrs ago1 day agoUS Marine arrested over murder of woman in Japan's OkinawaJapan's government lodged a formal protest with the US, demanding that military officials take action.1 day ago4 days agoJapan's first mayor to take maternity leave lands on TIME100 Next listShoko Kawata's maternity leave drew mixed reactions in Japan, a country struggling to lift birth rates.4 days ago5 days agoJapan raises permanent residency fee by 20 timesThe hikes are part of immigration policy changes introduced to manage Japan's growing foreign population.5 days ago24 Sept 2026Japan ambassador visits Kent samurai's home townHiroshi Suzuki visits the birthplace of William Adams, who was made a samurai in the 16th Century.24 Sept 202622 Sept 2026Four dead after powerful Typhoon Dujuan lashes JapanThe storm pulled away from Japan after bringing heavy rains and strong winds to Tokyo and surrounding areas.22 Sept 202621 Sept 2026Watch: Timelapse shows typhoon barrelling towards JapanThe typhoon is passing Japan's eastern coast, bringing major disruption and heavy rainfall in its wake.21 Sept 202621 Sept 2026Typhoon Dujuan tracking close to Tokyo triggers rare evacuation alertMore than 1.9 million people are under evacuation orders as Typhoon Dujuan batters Japan. 21 Sept 202621 Sept 2026Japan braces for record rain as powerful typhoon nears east coastTyphoon Dujuan has already disrupted transportation and forced the closure of tourist hotspots.21 Sept 2026...
