Stories from Japan

Capital Launchers and Indobox have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to support cross-border business between Japan and India.

Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) risks reviving old habits of money politics through its return to factions.

The Bank of Japan has decided to keep its interest rates unchanged following a policy meeting. This decision was made by the central bank's monetary policy board. This decision was made after careful consideration of economic factors. The Bank of Japan maintained its benchmark interest rate at zero percent. This decision was made to align with the bank's strategic objectives for the region. This marks the latest in a series of decisions to maintain current rate levels. This decision comes amid ongoing global economic shifts and market conditions. The decision was widely anticipated by market analysts. This move comes after a recent policy meeting, with no changes to the established rates. No immediate reasons for maintaining the current rates were provided. This decision indicates a steady approach to monetary policy. Officials also kept their yield curve control policy unchanged.

The driver was ejected from the vehicle and subsequently struck by a following car.

Mitsubishi UFJ Bank has launched a campaign offering up to 20,000 yen for opening an account and making deposits via its app.

Japan is preparing for a test flight of its H3-30 rocket, with a "Go for Launch" status confirmed for June 10, 2026. The launch is scheduled for 00:30 UTC. This test is part of Japan's space exploration program. The launch is planned for two separate times, with the first at 00:30 UTC and the second at 00:53:59 UTC. The test flight aims to validate the rocket's performance and reliability. The exact date of the test flight was not specified. The rocket is intended for satellite deployment. Successful testing is for Japan's future space exploration ambitions. The launch is part of the nation's ongoing space exploration efforts. The launch is currently marked as 'Go for Launch' with a NET time of 00:53:59 UTC.

Typhoon No. 6 is approaching Okinawa and Amami.

The incident occurred on Sunday, May 31, 2026.

The iconic game Super Mario Bros. was released in 1985, featuring Mario and his brother Luigi. game is being celebrated for its enduring legacy and impact on popular culture.

Matteo Fabbro won the Tour of Japan with a decisive move on Mount Fuji. The race saw three stages won by Dati, and Konychev achieved victory in Lithuania.