The Complexity of Japan-China Relations

After the highly anticipated new imperial era was unveiled, its carefully considered name – Reiwa – has attracted criticism.

Overconfidence brought disappointment, and could signal a new direction in relations.

Japan wants to be a leader on climate change, but environmental activists have doubts about the latest strategy.

After years of community pressure to raise awareness, abuse victims are speaking out in record numbers.

The RAA negotiation process sets an important precedent that will inform Japan’s security relationships for years to come.

In light of new research, it’s time to reconsider the exoticization of Japanese sexual behavior.

In an unprecedented turn of events, Carlos Ghosn has been rearrested less than a month after being released on bail in Tokyo.

Japan's efforts to boost Latin American connectivity featured during President Juan Carlos Varela's visit to Tokyo.

As an imperial transition nears, Japan announces the name of its new era.

Japan should export its profitable public transport business model to help African countries repay Chinese infrastructure loans.

The influx is remaking Japan's ski resorts -- and potentially its foreign policy as well.

The scandal-hit JOC chief will step down - despite denying any wrongdoing - after growing pressure to resign.

To increase energy self-sufficiency after the 2011 nuclear disaster, renewables are Japan’s only option.

Without a clear leader to succeed Abe, his devout followers in the LDP hint at extending his time in office. 

By stepping back from an annual UN resolution on North Korean human rights, Tokyo is sending a signal to Pyongyang.