Japan swelters near 40°C as heat deaths rise, office shorts spark debate
WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 2026
Japan issues heatstroke alerts in 42 prefectures as temperatures near 40°C, seven deaths are reported and Tokyo’s office-shorts campaign divides workers
Thai travellers embrace ‘run-cation’ as marathon trips surge across Asia
WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 2026
Agoda data shows Thai travellers are increasingly combining travel with marathon events across Asia, with accommodation searches rising sharply for races in Seoul, Mt Fuji and Bangkok.
JRTT investigates concrete testing at Hokkaido rail tunnel
TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026
Japan’s rail construction agency is checking the strength of concrete already used in the Futatsumori Tunnel after three falsified water-content tests.
Canada gains observer status in Japan-UK-Italy fighter project
TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026
Ottawa will receive programme information without funding or joining development as it considers deeper involvement and a possible future aircraft purchase.
Honda and GAC extend China joint venture contract until 2038
MONDAY, JULY 20, 2026
The Japanese carmaker and its Guangzhou-based partner will continue operating GAC Honda as they seek to strengthen the business despite weak vehicle demand.
Japanese defence officials turn to X for rapid information response
SUNDAY, JULY 19, 2026
Senior Japanese defence figures are using personal X accounts for rapid rebuttals, as experts stress consistency, credibility and care over sensitive information.
Corporate museums in Japan evolve beyond traditional roles
SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2026
Corporate museums, where companies showcase their products, values and histories, are taking on roles that extend well beyond public relations in Japan.
UN points to gender equality over Japan's Imperial House Law
SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2026
The United Nations on Friday (July 17) expressed its support for inclusive policies that advance women's rights in response to Japan's revision of the Imperial House Law.