Japan appoints just one woman in cabinet reshuffle
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's cabinet reshuffle sees just one female minister amid criticism of Japan's poor gender equality record in politics.
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's cabinet reshuffle sees just one female minister amid criticism of Japan's poor gender equality record in politics.
Conservative heavyweight Sanae Takaichi, known for her drumming skills and hawkish policies, emerges as frontrunner in Japan's leadership race with radical economic proposals.
In a landmark moment for Japanese politics, Sanae Takaichi has been elected as Japan's first female prime minister, shattering the political glass ceiling and heralding a new era for gender equality in the nation's leadership.
In a groundbreaking move for gender equality, Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi appoints two women to her cabinet, signalling a new era in Japanese politics.
Conservative heavyweight Sanae Takaichi launches bold leadership bid, promising Thatcher-style economic reforms and challenging Japan's political establishment.
Japanese Economic Security Minister Sanae Takaichi reveals her ambition to become Japan's first female prime minister, drawing inspiration from Margaret Thatcher's leadership style and policies.
Conservative heavyweight Sanae Takaichi announces bid to become Japan's next prime minister, potentially making history as the country's first female leader amid significant political reforms.
Japan enters a new political era as conservative hawk Sanae Takaichi takes office, promising bold economic reforms and strengthened national security amid regional tensions.
In a historic political breakthrough, Sanae Takaichi is positioned to shatter Japan's highest glass ceiling and become the nation's first female prime minister following the ruling party's leadership election.
Japan's first socialist prime minister in nearly 50 years, Tomiichi Murayama, remembered for his landmark 1995 war apology and transformative coalition government.
Tributes flow for former Japanese Prime Minister Tomiichi Murayama, whose historic 1995 apology for WWII atrocities reshaped Asian diplomacy and leaves a complex legacy.
Japan braces for severe weather as Typhoon Nakri approaches the Izu Islands while Typhoon Halong gains strength, bringing heavy rainfall and potential disruption to travel and infrastructure.
Japan's Tokyo metropolitan area records its first population drop since 1996, signalling a dramatic demographic shift amid national population concerns.
A 34-year-old Filipino mountaineer has died after a devastating 150-metre fall while climbing Japan's treacherous Northern Alps, marking another tragic incident in the popular climbing destination.
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Kyoto announces significant tourist tax increases starting 2026, with new accommodation fees and city tax adjustments aimed at managing overtourism and preserving cultural heritage.
Japan's political stability hangs in the balance as coalition partner Komeito considers ending its 20-year alliance with the LDP over Sanae Takaichi's leadership ambitions, potentially triggering a government crisis.
The Liberal Democrats unveil ambitious strategy to strengthen economic ties with Japan, focusing on technology exchange and cultural partnerships to boost Britain's global standing.
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The UNESCO World Heritage site of Nikko introduces mandatory visitor fee to preserve cultural treasures and manage overwhelming crowds as tourism rebounds post-pandemic.
A significant earthquake measuring 6.1 magnitude struck off Japan's eastern coast near Tokyo, triggering tsunami warnings and shaking buildings across the capital.
Japan introduces controversial ¥1,000 tourist tax for all international visitors starting 2025. Discover how this new fee will affect Australian travellers and what it means for your next holiday to the Land of the Rising Sun.
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A landmark case in Japan sees a restaurant owner take legal action against abusive customers, challenging the country's deep-rooted service culture where customer misconduct often goes unpunished.
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Conservative heavyweight Sanae Takaichi announces bid to become Japan's next Prime Minister, setting stage for dramatic LDP leadership contest that could reshape nation's political landscape.