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A tragic accident at a Kawasaki steel plant has resulted in three deaths during high-altitude work. Authorities suspect a detached counterweight.
Gasoline prices fell for the third week in a row, with the national average dropping to ¥167.4 per liter—marking the first time in a month it has fallen below ¥170.
According to the Ministry of Finance, Japan recorded a ¥3.9327 trillion current account surplus in February 2026. While this marks 13 consecutive months of surplus, the figure represents a year-on-year decrease in the surplus.
A ballistic missile believed to have been launched by North Korea reportedly fell outside Japan's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). Japan's Ministry of Defense is increasing vigilance.
Russia's military invasion of Ukraine continues to escalate, drawing attention to international responses and diplomatic developments.
The U.S. and Iran have reached a ceasefire agreement, ensuring safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. This development has drawn attention in Japan.
The Emperor, Empress, and Princess Aiko visited Tomioka Town in Fukushima to observe facilities documenting the 2011 disaster and share hopes for recovery.
The UN Security Council rejected a resolution aimed at protecting commercial vessels in the Hormuz Strait. China's and Russia's vetoes spark controversy.
Amid growing threats of cyberattacks, the distribution industry, including beverage manufacturers and food wholesalers, has established a new organization to promote information sharing and strengthen countermeasures.
The Artemis Program spacecraft has entered the Moon's gravitational sphere, marking a groundbreaking new challenge in human history.
Amid ongoing tensions in the Persian Gulf, a Japanese-related vessel has safely navigated the Strait of Hormuz. What does this mean for Japan's energy supply?
Mazda has temporarily suspended production of vehicles for the Middle East due to the Hormuz Strait blockade caused by escalating tensions in Iran. Meanwhile, it plans to bolster production for the European market.
In line with the Spring Nationwide Traffic Safety Campaign, Tokyo's top police official visited an elementary school to teach first graders how to safely cross the street, aiming to enhance awareness of safety.
The Nikkei Stock Average rose at the start of the week on the Tokyo Stock Exchange as investors awaited President Trump's upcoming press conference.
Japan's manga market sees a sharp drop in teenage readership, driven by digitalization and a shift toward adult-oriented paid content models.
Cooling at Fukushima Daini Nuclear Plant Unit 1 fuel pool stops. TEPCO assures sufficient water temperature buffer as recovery efforts accelerate.
Temperatures have risen across Japan, exceeding 25°C in many areas. Sudden thunderstorms are expected in the Kanto region in the afternoon.
The annual tea ceremony was held at Hiroshima's famous Shukkeien Garden, where visitors enjoyed Japan's traditional culture under blooming cherry blossoms.
The U.S. State Department revokes permanent residency of Iranian Revolutionary Guard leaders' families, signaling a tougher stance against anti-American forces.
An earthquake with a seismic intensity of 3 struck Ishikawa Prefecture on the afternoon of April 4. The epicenter was in the Noto region, with no tsunami risk.