Julian Ryall

Japan has launched an investigation into Chinese-made solar panels over fears they may contain hidden communication devices capable of disrupting the nation’s power grid – a security concern that analysts say could accelerate a shift towards domestic clean-energy technology. The […]

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba accepted the resignation of his agriculture minister on Wednesday over a tone-deaf remark about rice donations – a political blunder that analysts say could further erode public trust in his leadership ahead of two make-or-break

Officials in Japan are calling for new rules to charge climbers who require rescue from Mount Fuji outside the official climbing season, as concerns rise over high emergency service costs and the safety of personnel deployed to deal with such

A South Korean court’s decision to uphold the convictions of two people for running a prostitution ring involving dozens of Japanese women has stirred outrage online – but in Japan, much of the anger has been directed at the women

Japan is watching South Korea’s presidential race with cautious optimism as Democratic Party candidate and presidential front runner Lee Jae-myung signals a potential shift towards closer trade and security ties with Tokyo – though analysts warn he could fall back

The Japanese coastguard continues to experience a manpower shortage as its ability to safeguard the country’s sovereignty over disputed islands could be affected by the exit of hundreds of its staff. A total of 389 people voluntarily resigned from the

The booming Japanese tourism sector may face a severe challenge in the years ahead to sustain its growth due to a shortfall of more than 500,000 workers by 2030, according to a report by a local think tank. Industry insiders

Akiko has never had to deflect unwarranted questions or politely decline requests to go drinking with a recruiter from a company that she is applying to join – but she knows young Japanese women who have had to endure innuendo-laden

Japan is scrambling to arrange another round of talks with the United States after Trade Minister Yoji Muto emerged from discussions in Washington on Monday without a promise that Japanese companies would be exempt from the swingeing tariffs on imports

Japan has begun a consultation to sharply increase a tourist tax imposed on departing travellers to fund initiatives aimed at addressing overtourism in parts of the country. The existing fee, which is 1,000 yen (US$6.64) per person, could go up