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72-year-old South Korean man entered Japan on a 15-day visa, lived there for 33 years before being arrested

A 72-year-old South Korean man who entered Japan on a 15-day visa in 1993 is now facing arrest after allegedly remaining in the country for about 33 years. The man, identified in Japanese reports as Mun Jong-gi, entered Japan in September 1993 using his younger brother's passport, according to police.…

The Times of India

OM System’s upcoming compact retro mirrorless couldn’t come at a better time as Micro Four Thirds camera-maker sales dip

A report from Japan suggests that OM System's camera sales have dropped by about 10,000 cameras. Could a new PEN be just what the company needs?

Digital Camera World

Japan's controversial WWII heroes: How one kamikaze pilot escaped certain death

Towards the end of World War II, as US troops advanced across the Pacific, Japan resorted to a desperate strategy: kamikaze attacks. Thousands of Japanese pilots, with an average age of just 21, were ordered to crash their explosive-laden planes into enemy ships. More than 3,800 pilots gave up their…

France 24

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Japan killed more than 14,000 bears between April 2025 and January 2026 after record attacks on people; despite the cull, 6 people have been killed this year and the government plans to remove another 8,800 bears

Japan is currently grappling with a significant rise in bear conflicts, with incidents surging alarmingly. Conservationists are voicing urgent concerns regarding the extensive culling of endangered bear populations. Factors such as extreme heat and declining food sources are pushing bears into human territories in search of food. While the government’s…

The Times of India

South Korean man arrested in Japan for overstaying 15-day tourist visa by 26 years

The 72-year-old South Korean man came to Japan on 15-day tourist visa in 1993

The Independent UK

Japan's finance minister, BOJ chief to attend G20 gathering next week

Japan's finance minister and central bank governor will attend the upcoming G20 meeting. Policymakers will discuss the global economic fallout and the persistently weak yen. Financial markets are watching for potential meetings with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. The yen has shown some recovery after joint intervention but remains under…

The Economic Times

Weather tracker: More extreme rain in Japan and a tornado in France

Flash flooding and mudslides in Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures, while convective storms hit western Europe

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India sends its Fab 4 across the world to woo trade, tech, energy and capital

India engages key partners, focusing on border management and energy security. Discussions with China now include investment alongside boundary talks. Russia talks address energy supplies and a widening trade imbalance. Japan and Canada visits seek investment and manufacturing partnerships. These engagements align with India's upcoming hosting of the BRICS summit.

The Economic Times

Global Market: Japanese bond yields rise as weak auction, inflation concerns weigh

Japanese government bond yields climbed, with the five-year yield hitting a record high after weak demand at a two-year auction added to selling pressure. Persistent inflation and rising energy prices also strengthened expectations of further Bank of Japan rate hikes, while investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s policy signals.

The Economic Times

BCCI dissatisfied with facilities in Japan, could send 'B' team for Asian Games: Board source

India may send a second-string squad to the Asian Games cricket tournament. Concerns exist regarding the facilities and arrangements provided for players in Japan. A BCCI observer will assess the situation and report back to the board. If conditions remain unsatisfactory, a 'B' team will likely be dispatched. Both men's…

The Economic Times

Japanese rugby officials roll back restrictions on some foreign-born players

Japanese rugby officials say they have reached a settlement to allow players who were born elsewhere, but who have Japanese nationality, to qualify for the top eligibility category in domestic Rugby League One

The Independent UK

Global Market: Japan’s Nikkei rises as tech stocks gain, Fed signals cap rally

Japan’s Nikkei rose 0.8% and Topix gained 0.9%, led by technology and chip stocks. Gains were supported by Wall Street’s semiconductor rally, while inflation concerns, higher oil prices and rising bond yields limited broader advances. Investors also awaited Fed Chair Kevin Warsh’s Jackson Hole speech for clues on US interest…

The Economic Times

US, South Korea and Japan to hold trilateral drill as North Korea ramps up pressure on US

Seoul says South Korea, the U.S. and Japan will go ahead with a trilateral military drill next month to better deal with North Korean nuclear threats

The Independent UK

One Nation’s new NSW leader Mike Newman is an investment banker who wants to ‘get rid of wokery’

Son of former ABC chair will contest seat of Cessnock in March state election and says ‘my wife’s Japanese’ so he doesn’t believe party is racist

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India to seek greater Japan market access for basmati rice in CEPA review:Piyush Goyal

India will seek greater market access for basmati rice in Japan. The nation also plans to expand processed food exports during trade agreement talks. Japan restricts rice imports, which India aims to address through discussions. Indian exporters must meet Japan's quality and safety standards for processed foods. The country is…

Windows Central

One of my most anticipated samurai games isn't coming to Xbox (or Play Anywhere), but it finally locked in a release date for PC

Shadow of the Road, an upcoming turn-based CRPG published by Owlcat Games set in a dark, steampunk fantasy take on feudal-era Japan, has announced that it will be launching on November 12, 2026, for PC.

The Independent UK

Unidentified body found in wheel well of flight from Japan

Preliminary investigation indicated person died more than 72 hours before body was found

Autosport

Ogura undergoes surgery after training accident in Japan

Ai Ogura’s operation was successful, but the length of his recovery period remains unclear

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Ai Ogura undergoes surgery after training accident in Japan

Ogura’s operation was successful, but the length of his recovery period remains unclear

International Business Times

Settling Stock Trades Takes Two Days In Japan. Blockchain Could Make The Process Almost Instant.

The Bank of Japan, Finance Ministry and financial regulator are expected to help develop a plan as early as 2027.

Barchart

Nasdaq Futures Rally on Blowout Nvidia Earnings, Fed’s Jackson Hole Summit in Focus

September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are up +1.06% this morning as stellar results and guidance from Nvidia revived enthusiasm for the AI trade.

The Economic Times

Tremendous scope to improve processes, procedures to help faster flow of FDI, says Piyush Goyal

India is streamlining foreign direct investment processes and norms. The government seeks industry ideas to improve the investment regime further. Discussions are ongoing regarding trade pacts with several countries and blocs. Efforts focus on promoting end-to-end manufacturing and self-reliance in key sectors. Production-linked incentives will be considered for sectors facing…

Digital Camera World

Japan’s No.1 compact camera is a cult favorite featuring 8-year-old tech and 40x zoom that still beats newer releases

With second-hand prices often higher than the retail price, the compact camera topping Japan's sales chart is undoubtedly popular – here's why

The Independent UK

Heavy rain and flooding in north-central Japan strands people and vehicles

Torrential rain has struck Japan’s north-central prefectures of Ishikawa and Toyama

Euronews

Polka dots, infinity rooms and phallic sculptures: Yayoi Kusama’s art in pictures

“She continued to paint until her final days, never setting aside her brush, and continued exploration of forever love and eternal soul.” Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, who splashed her signature polka dots on paintings, sculptures and museum installations around the world, has died aged 97.

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