TOKYO -- Support for Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's cabinet has slipped from April but remains high by historical standards, the latest opinion poll by Nikkei and TV Tokyo shows.
'Gyaru' and jazz: Tourists get lost in Osaka's unexpected charms
OSAKA -- As Osaka continues to see a surge of foreign tourists since the COVID-19 pandemic, many are looking for off-the-beaten-path experiences that might surprise locals.
Philippines, Japan seek to strengthen defense ties amid U.S.-China thaw
SINGAPORE -- The Philippines and Japan are seeking to strengthen their defense cooperation in response to China's assertive actions in the South China Sea, according to both countries' defense ministers, with the transfer of warships and a patrol aircraft to Manila among the top priorities.
Computex in Taiwan, South Korea local elections, India monetary policy
Welcome to Your Week in Asia.
The artificial intelligence data center buildout is straining supplies of key components like fiber-optic cables, but in Taiwan this week the main focus will be on the chip companies underpinning the boom. Aside from hosting speeches by top executives from such businesses, the event will explore various AI applications.
South Koreans might be showing signs of souring on the U.S. alliance amid the Iran war, but they look set to keep the faith with President Lee Jae Myung in local elections this week
Taiwan collects carbon levies from major emitters for first time
TAIPEI -- Taiwan has started charging a carbon emissions levy on some major companies, with a payment deadline this weekend, as it aims to kick-start a decarbonization-focused government fund.
UK faces doubts and deadline over fighter jet program with Japan, Italy
LONDON -- Britain is under pressure to approve funding soon for the next-generation fighter jet it is developing with Japan and Italy, as allies such as Germany and Canada also eye participation in the project.
Beyblade mania spins nostalgia in Hong Kong
HONG KONG -- Beyblades, a customizable spinning top toy first released by a Japanese toymaker in 1999, have taken Hong Kong by storm this year, giving elder enthusiasts a whirl of nostalgia while winning over new, younger fans as well.
Russia is weaker -- but no less dangerous
TALLINN, Estonia -- Russian President Vladimir Putin must have left Beijing in a sour mood, quietly nursing frustration and disappointment.
Seoul's National Museum rides the Korean wave
SEOUL -- In Seoul's central district of Yongsan, the National Museum of Korea sits in a vast, open expanse -- a rare pocket of calm in one of the capital's busiest areas.
Japan's otaku culture takes off in Manila with CyberAgent festival
MANILA -- The world of Japanese anime recently made its presence felt in a big way in the Philippines as thousands of fans gathered for CyberE's first Otaku Pop Fest event.