The two sides hope finding common ground on economic issues can help continue a thaw in relations.

Tokyo has some work to do to convince the region its strategy is not designed to contain China.

Looking beyond short-term crises to the long-term implications for the U.S.-Japan alliance.

The Japanese prime minister's public support continues to dwindle.

Widespread political mistrust deepens after new evidence of malpractice in the Moritomo Gakuen land sale scandal.

Seven years after the disaster and relations are strong, with one exception.

The nation is at a new crossroads.

Despite thawing tensions, Japan remains reluctant to forge ties with North Korea.

How Tokyo can make its way to the North Korean negotiating table.

Japan must demonstrate that its commitment to international law and democratic values is more than just a fig leaf.

It's time to shut down the Futenma air base in Okinawa, before the unthinkable happens.

Lingering safety concerns remain a hurdle to restoring the agriculture sector.

A closer look at Tokyo’s views on the agreement and their significance.

Tokyo has serious concerns about the U.S.-North Korea dialogue and also the potential of nuclear war.

The Japanese prime minister has put serious effort into diplomacy near and far -- but will it pay off?

On the eve of Trump’s higher steel and aluminium tariffs, Japan’s Trade Minister is pushing grounds for exemptions.