Japan is preparing to invest around ¥1 trillion ($6.3 billion) over five years to support the development of home-grown artificial intelligence, according to people familiar with the plan. The funding is expected to begin in fiscal 2026. The initiative will involve a new company formed by roughly 10 firms, including SoftBank Group, with the goal… Continue reading Japan Plans ¥1 Trillion Boost for Domestic AI Development
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Japan Considers Language Requirement for Permanent Residency
Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party is weighing whether to make Japanese language proficiency a requirement for foreign nationals seeking permanent residency. The proposal is part of a broader policy package on foreign residents that the party plans to submit to the government soon. Party officials say the idea was prompted by reports of communication issues… Continue reading Japan Considers Language Requirement for Permanent Residency
How currency shift favours south Korea as China’s new bargain travel hotspot
According to Korean Tourism Organisation, 4.7 million Chinese tourists have already visited south Korea in the first 10 months of 2025, which is more than the total number of visitors for the entire last year. Recent movements in Asian currencies are beginning to influence travel decisions across the region, particularly among Chinese tourists weighing… Continue reading How currency shift favours south Korea as China’s new bargain travel hotspot
Why Japan’s Internet Feels So Different
For many visitors and first-time users, Japan’s internet can feel strikingly unfamiliar. Webpages often appear crowded, colorful, and dense with information, a sharp contrast to the minimalist designs common in much of the Western digital world. Yet this distinctive style did not emerge by accident — it reflects deeper cultural, linguistic, and aesthetic traditions. Japanese… Continue reading Why Japan’s Internet Feels So Different
Japan’s Maritime Industry Charts a Greener, More Resilient Future
Japan’s shipbuilding and maritime sectors remain critical to the country’s economic security, employment, and trade, according to Keita Arakaki, director-general of the Maritime Bureau at the transport ministry. He notes that shipbuilding is deeply tied to regional economies, particularly around the Seto Inland Sea, where local manufacturers, financial institutions, and service providers form a tightly… Continue reading Japan’s Maritime Industry Charts a Greener, More Resilient Future
Honda to cut down production at plants in Japan and China due to shortage of semiconductor chips
Honda Motor will have to cut down production at plants in Japan and China in coming weeks, due to fallout of the global chip shortage. The company will halt output in Japan on Jan. 5 and Jan. 6, a spokesperson mentioned on Thursday, without specifying which plants will be affected. Moreover, its three facilities in… Continue reading Honda to cut down production at plants in Japan and China due to shortage of semiconductor chips