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Studio Ghibli awarded Spain’s ‘Nobel Prize’ for communication, humanities

The Japanese animation production company Studio Ghibli was awarded the Princess of Asturias Award,...

Japan astronomers launch group to look for aliens

Astronomers in Japan recently launched what they say is the country's first organization dedicated...

M7.7 quake jolts northeastern Japan, tsunami advisories in effect

A powerful quake with a magnitude of 7.7 struck northeastern and northern Japan on...

Japan to provide $10-billion for oil-starved SEA nations

The Japanese government said Wednesday it will provide a total of $10 billion in...

Japan defense chief eyes Philippines visit in May

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi is arranging a visit to the Philippines in early...

Japan begins unilateral oil reserve release amid Iran crisis

Japan began releasing oil from its reserves Monday to alleviate supply concerns that have...

Japan mulls ways to ensure vessel safety in Strait of Hormuz

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Monday that Japan is considering what it can do...

Japan ruling party urges “careful” decision on Mideast ship escort mission

A senior Japanese ruling party official on Sunday called for a "careful" decision regarding...