Japan speeds Kumamoto earthquake recovery as dangerous summer heat sets in


Japan's ruling party moves closer to cutting food tax from 8% to 1%


Southeast Asia's streaming success spurs filmmakers' global hopes


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China's 'silver economy' draws Japan nursing care equipment retailers


Japan to foster space industry competition, looking for next SpaceX


China missile test shakes Pacific islands' anti-nuclear unity


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Japan-US yen intervention seen just buying time against Tokyo's loose stance


US and China AI demand drives copper prices to near-record highs