LDP Leadership Race: Takaichi, Koizumi Lead Bid
The LDP leadership race is intensifying as Sanae Takaichi and Shinjiro Koizumi lead public opinion polls ahead of the October 4 party vote. The...
Dutch POW Memorial Honored in Nagasaki
Relatives of former Dutch prisoners of war visited Nagasaki on September 13, 2025, to honor their loved ones. The Dutch POW memorial stands at...
Hometown Project Renaming Sparks Public Discussion
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is considering renaming its “hometown” project. This initiative aims to strengthen people-to-people exchanges between Japan and African countries. Moreover,...
EU Japan Cooperation: Strengthening Economic Security Ties
European Commission Executive Vice President Stéphane Séjourné recently emphasized the importance of EU Japan cooperation in enhancing economic security. He highlighted the shared values...
No-confidence Motion Triggers Ito Mayor Assembly Dissolution
Ito Mayor Maki Takubo has dissolved the city’s municipal assembly following a no-confidence motion passed against her. The motion, approved on September 1, arose...
