Tokyo proclaims Pacific Ocean mission world’s first attempt to tap rare earths at such a depth.

Japan’s METI and JAMSTEC have successfully retrieved rare earth-rich sediment from 6,000 metres below the Pacific Ocean. This ...

Japan has successfully collected mud containing rare earth elements from a depth of about 5,600 meters in waters off ...

The debate over nuclear-powered submarines is likely to serve as a critical indicator of Japan’s strategic trajectory.

Japan’s AI diplomacy in Central Asia prioritises institution-building over infrastructure, reshaping governance norms through ...

Discover how a cutting-edge, 12-meter humanoid robot is revolutionizing railway maintenance in Japan. Designed by Nesco, this impressive rail-road vehicle uses advanced VR control technology, allowing ...

One of the many capabilities of the new SSM is the ability to spiral during its attack run to help evade close-in gun systems ...

As part of President Trump’s trip to Asia, the United States signed Technology Prosperity Deals (TPD) with Japan and Korea, expanding, strengthening, and focusing science and technology collaboration ...

Japan is a country where long memory and fast change coexist in everyday life. Ancient shrines sit beside neon streets.

In its broader scope, Japan aims to establish a “rule-based international order” with Central Asia, focusing on priority areas of cooperation, including environmental sustainability, human resource ...

Japan is betting on esports to help prevent social isolation among its growing senior population. A Tokyo trade fair ...

Funded by the Government of Japan, the programme aims to foster mutual understanding and strengthen ties between Japan and ...