Japan
- All
- News
- Videos
- Photos
- Web Stories
-
Apple Must Allow Alternative Browser Engines on iOS by December Under Japan's New Mobile Software Competition Act
Apple will be forced to allow browsers that do not function on the WebKit browser engine, under Japan’s Mobile Software Competition Act Guidelines. The country's regulator dubbed the Cupertino company’s practice as anti-competitive as it blocked other browsers to offer the same performance as Safari. This will essentially allow other web browse...
-
Japan Newspaper Accuses Perplexity AI Of Using 120,000 Articles Without Permission
Japan's Yomiuri Shimbun newspaper, one of the world's biggest by circulation, is suing US-based AI firm Perplexity for allegedly "free-riding" on its content on its search engine.
-
Japanese Warships Dock In New Zealand For First Time Since 1936
Japanese warships docked in New Zealand's capital Friday for the first time in almost 90 years amid efforts by Tokyo to deepen its strategic ties in the South Pacific Ocean.
-
Sony CFO Calls Xperia Brand 'Very Important' Part of Business Amidst Ongoing Challenges
Sony Group CFO Sue Lin called the Xperia brand a "very important business" during Thursday’s financial results briefing, affirming plans to continue its smartphone focus alongside other communication technologies. Her remarks came after a major Xperia 1 VII glitch, causing shutdowns, random reboots, or power failures, which prompted a sales halt ...
-
Forget Dogs And Cats, Why Japan Loves Bugs As Pets
In Japan, the bug as companion is an essential part of what's observed, enjoyed and cared for in everyday life
-
Japanese Ambassador Enjoys Vada Pav In "Aamchi Mumbai" - See Pics
Japanese Ambassador ONO Keiichi's recent food delight was vada pav.
-
Japanese Automaker Toyota Cuts Profit Forecast Amid Trump Tariff Threat
The Trump administration in April imposed a 25 percent levy on Japanese cars imported into the United States, dealing a hefty blow to Japan and its crucial auto sector.
-
Google AI Pro Plan Goes Free for a Year for Students in the US, Japan and More Countries
Google on Wednesday announced an offer for university students in the US and more regions. It will provide a complimentary subscription to its AI Pro plan for a period of one year. The subscription will grant them access to Google’s advanced artificial intelligence (AI) features and tools across apps such as Gemini, Docs, Sheets, and NotebookLM. ...
-
Matcha Is Not a Fad, It's Tradition Says Lifestyle Coach
From lattes and smoothies to even skincare, matcha has been everywhere, let's understand the truth from trends.
-
Japanese Population Sees Record Drop In 2024, Down By 9 Lakh
The population of Japanese nationals fell by a record amount -- more than 900,000 people -- in 2024, official data showed, as the country battles to reverse its perennially low birth rates.
-
Trump India Tariffs 2025 Live Updates: India Exporters Say 50% Trump Levy A 'Severe Setback'
US Trade Tariffs Live News Updates:Â US President Donald Trump has imposed steeper tariffs on Indian goods over New Delhi's continued purchase of Russian oil, opening a new front in his trade wars hours before another wave of duties takes effect.
-
"I Want Peace": Hiroshima Warns Against Nuclear Weapons On 80th Anniversary Of Atomic Bombing
Exactly 80 years since an atomic bomb was used in war for the first time, thousands bowed their heads in prayer in Hiroshima on Wednesday, as the city's mayor warned world leaders about the nuclear warheads that still exist today.
-
Japan Marks 80th Anniversary Of Hiroshima Atomic Bombing
Hiroshima on Wednesday marked the 80th anniversary of the U.S. atomic bombing of the western Japanese city, with many aging survivors expressing frustration about growing support among global leaders for nuclear weapons possession for deterrence.
-
Hiroshima Day 2025: Date, History, Significance And Impact Of Nuclear Bombings
Hiroshima Day is observed annually on August 6 to commemorate the victims of the world's first nuclear attack.
-
Japan's Aging Atomic Bomb Survivors' Urge World To Abolish Nuclear Weapons
80 years after the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, many of the remaining Japanese survivors are increasingly frustrated by growing nuclear threats and the acceptance of nuclear weapons by global leaders.
-
Apple Must Allow Alternative Browser Engines on iOS by December Under Japan's New Mobile Software Competition Act
Apple will be forced to allow browsers that do not function on the WebKit browser engine, under Japan’s Mobile Software Competition Act Guidelines. The country's regulator dubbed the Cupertino company’s practice as anti-competitive as it blocked other browsers to offer the same performance as Safari. This will essentially allow other web browse...
-
Japan Newspaper Accuses Perplexity AI Of Using 120,000 Articles Without Permission
Japan's Yomiuri Shimbun newspaper, one of the world's biggest by circulation, is suing US-based AI firm Perplexity for allegedly "free-riding" on its content on its search engine.
-
Japanese Warships Dock In New Zealand For First Time Since 1936
Japanese warships docked in New Zealand's capital Friday for the first time in almost 90 years amid efforts by Tokyo to deepen its strategic ties in the South Pacific Ocean.
-
Sony CFO Calls Xperia Brand 'Very Important' Part of Business Amidst Ongoing Challenges
Sony Group CFO Sue Lin called the Xperia brand a "very important business" during Thursday’s financial results briefing, affirming plans to continue its smartphone focus alongside other communication technologies. Her remarks came after a major Xperia 1 VII glitch, causing shutdowns, random reboots, or power failures, which prompted a sales halt ...
-
Forget Dogs And Cats, Why Japan Loves Bugs As Pets
In Japan, the bug as companion is an essential part of what's observed, enjoyed and cared for in everyday life
-
Japanese Ambassador Enjoys Vada Pav In "Aamchi Mumbai" - See Pics
Japanese Ambassador ONO Keiichi's recent food delight was vada pav.
-
Japanese Automaker Toyota Cuts Profit Forecast Amid Trump Tariff Threat
The Trump administration in April imposed a 25 percent levy on Japanese cars imported into the United States, dealing a hefty blow to Japan and its crucial auto sector.
-
Google AI Pro Plan Goes Free for a Year for Students in the US, Japan and More Countries
Google on Wednesday announced an offer for university students in the US and more regions. It will provide a complimentary subscription to its AI Pro plan for a period of one year. The subscription will grant them access to Google’s advanced artificial intelligence (AI) features and tools across apps such as Gemini, Docs, Sheets, and NotebookLM. ...
-
Matcha Is Not a Fad, It's Tradition Says Lifestyle Coach
From lattes and smoothies to even skincare, matcha has been everywhere, let's understand the truth from trends.
-
Japanese Population Sees Record Drop In 2024, Down By 9 Lakh
The population of Japanese nationals fell by a record amount -- more than 900,000 people -- in 2024, official data showed, as the country battles to reverse its perennially low birth rates.
-
Trump India Tariffs 2025 Live Updates: India Exporters Say 50% Trump Levy A 'Severe Setback'
US Trade Tariffs Live News Updates:Â US President Donald Trump has imposed steeper tariffs on Indian goods over New Delhi's continued purchase of Russian oil, opening a new front in his trade wars hours before another wave of duties takes effect.
-
"I Want Peace": Hiroshima Warns Against Nuclear Weapons On 80th Anniversary Of Atomic Bombing
Exactly 80 years since an atomic bomb was used in war for the first time, thousands bowed their heads in prayer in Hiroshima on Wednesday, as the city's mayor warned world leaders about the nuclear warheads that still exist today.
-
Japan Marks 80th Anniversary Of Hiroshima Atomic Bombing
Hiroshima on Wednesday marked the 80th anniversary of the U.S. atomic bombing of the western Japanese city, with many aging survivors expressing frustration about growing support among global leaders for nuclear weapons possession for deterrence.
-
Hiroshima Day 2025: Date, History, Significance And Impact Of Nuclear Bombings
Hiroshima Day is observed annually on August 6 to commemorate the victims of the world's first nuclear attack.
-
Japan's Aging Atomic Bomb Survivors' Urge World To Abolish Nuclear Weapons
80 years after the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, many of the remaining Japanese survivors are increasingly frustrated by growing nuclear threats and the acceptance of nuclear weapons by global leaders.
