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3 days ago · The two leaders pledged to pursue a "new golden age" of U.S.-Japan relations — though Ishiba did get an earful about America's trade deficit with its ally.

Feb 3, 2025 · A group of suspects are accused of breaking into the home of Hiroharu Goto, 75, in Yokohama’s Aoba Ward, killing him and stealing about ¥200,000 in cash.

18 hours ago · According to a joint statement, the U.S. and Japanese leaders expressed views opposing China's military actions in the South and East China seas.

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The two leaders pledged to pursue a "new golden age" of U.S.-Japan relations — though Ishiba did get an earful about America's trade deficit with its ally.

15 hours ago · The outstanding balance of Japanese government debt hit a record high of ¥1.32 quadrillion ($8.67 trillion) at the end of 2024, the Finance Ministry said Monday.

The new policy, which takes effect Monday, will cap "indirect funds” for costs like buildings, utilities and support staff at 15% and is aimed at saving $4 billion.

Jan 3, 2025 · People pray on the first day of the new year at Meiji Shrine in Tokyo. Japan’s economy is set for modest growth in 2025 supported by wage increases and stimulus, but faces risks from political ...

Jan 8, 2025 · Economy minister Yoji Muto on Wednesday called for business leaders to continue to raise wages this year to put the country's economy on a sustainable growth path. In this year's shuntō spring ...