Fire burning in southwestern Japan damages 170 homes and forces evacuations

Firefighters are battling a fire that has burned through a neighborhood in southwestern Japan and forced more than 170 people to evacuate.

Japan says jets scrambled as China flew drone near 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.

FirstFT: China raises economic pressure on Japan in dispute over Taiwan

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Chinese airlines offer refunds on Japan trips, Tokyo warns about travel to China as tensions run high

Japan has warned its citizens in China to step up safety precautions and avoid crowded places amid a deepening dispute between Asia's two largest economies over Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's comments on Taiwan.

A grizzly warning to Americans: Beware bear attacks in Japan

Bear sightings and attacks have increased in parts of Japan, especially in municipalities close to or adjacent to populated zones,” the U.S. Embassy said in a wildlife alert.

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.

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.'

N.Y. Doctor Accused of Desecration Can Be Sent to Japan, Court Rules

A federal appeals court ruled that Masahide Kanayama, an obstetrician and fervent Christian, may be extradited to face charges of vandalism.
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Japan-China tensions trigger Nikkei 225 sell-off as tourism stocks plunge

Japan-China diplomatic row escalates driving volatility in Nikkei 225. Analysis of market impact, tourism sector risks, and trade implications for Asian economies.
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