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Japan considering soybean, rice concessions in US tariff talks, Yomiuri reports
Japan is considering increasing its soybean and rice imports as a concession in trade negotiations with the U.S. over ...
Here’s where Trump’s trade deals with China, Europe, Japan and other countries stand
While Trump has expressed optimism about agreements with Europe and China, among others, so far it’s been just that: positive ...
How far can you go without a map and smartphone in Japan? US gamer Ludwig Ahgren tries to find out
No map. No smartphones. Just two motorbikes and some basic Japanese. These are the rules American game streamer Ludwig Ahgren ...
Japan does not manipulate FX to weaken the yen, Finance Minister says
Japan does not manipulate the currency market to weaken the yen, Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato told parliament on Friday, ...
Osaka Expo opens in Japan offering a vision of the future. Here’s what to know
The Expo 2025 has opened in Osaka with more than 10,000 people singing Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony to celebrate the start of ...
Daruma dolls are one of Japan’s most popular souvenirs. But where do they come from?
Katsuo-ji offers visitors two different types of Darumas: the Kachi-Daruma, the classic doll known as “the winning Daruma” ...
I visited Japan for the first time. The trip was amazing, but I could've easily avoided these 5 mistakes.
It's never been a better time to visit Japan, and it can be an easy trip to plan. Don't stress about dinner reservations, and ...
How Japan Built a 3D-Printed Train Station in 6 Hours
As Japan’s population shrinks, maintaining rail service in remote small towns is becoming a challenge. Is this the answer?
Japan bus driver with 3 decades of service loses $84,000 pension after he was caught stealing $7
A Japanese bus driver with 29 years of service lost his retirement package worth $84,000 after being fired for stealing $7 ...