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July 15, 2025 at 10:14 AM
Nissan to close its Oppama plant in Japan to cut costs
Nissan says it is closing its flagship factory in Oppama, Japan, to cut costs and moving all its production there to another plant in southwestern Japan
July 15, 2025 at 10:14 AM
July 14, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Japan not planning reciprocal tariffs in response to Trump threats, official says
Unlike the European Union, the Japanese government has made no indication it plans to impose any kind of reciprocal tariff on the U.S.
July 14, 2025 at 7:35 PM
July 9, 2025 at 7:01 AM
Japan starts deploying Osprey fleet at a new base to beef up southwestern defense
The Japanese army on Wednesday has begun deploying its fleet of V-22 Ospreys on a newly-opened, permanent base in southwestern Japan, the latest move to beef up its defense in the region amid growing tension with China
July 9, 2025 at 7:01 AM
1 month ago
A private company wants to build a city on the moon. But it has to land a probe first
A private space exploration company based in Japan, ispace, wants to see people living on the moon by 2040.
1 month ago
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Trump touts US Steel-Nippon deal, but offers few details about merger he once opposed
President Donald Trump touted a "blockbuster agreement" between U.S. Steel and Japanese company Nippon Steel that he said would keep the U.S. steelmaker in Pittsburgh.
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Exploring centuries-old Kabuki theater in Japan and their booming Kawaii culture
ABC News’ Juju Chang alongside Broadway’s Don Darryl dives into the culture of Japan with a rare glimpse inside the world-renowned Kabuki theater, Kabukiza.
2 months ago
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'Star Wars' Celebration 2025 unites fans in Japan
"GMA" shares the latest updates as stars, creators and fans from around the world gather in Japan for "Star Wars" Celebration 2025.
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This Black-owned bakery in Japan has been in business for over 30 years
After coming to Japan on a one-way ticket, Kyle Sexton opened a successful bakery, Kyle's Good Finds, a Tokyo staple for more than three decades.
4 months ago
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US Navy sailor indicted in Japan over deadly vehicle crash, Navy says
The sailor was "involved in a motor-vehicle incident with a Japanese national on Sept. 18, 2024," a Navy spokesperson said.
4 months ago
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Trump says Japan has agreed to invest heavily in US Steel
President Trump announced Japan would be investing in U.S. Steel instead of owning it entirely.
5 months ago
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Trump meets with Japanese prime minister as tariff threat looms large
Donald Trump is meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba in a high-stakes visit for a key ally that depends on the United States for security and trade.
5 months ago
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Trump meets with Japanese prime minister amid tariff threat
ABC News’ Karen Travers and Politico’s Rachel Bade report on what’s at stake in the meeting, as well as where the House Republican budgets talks stand.
5 months ago
6 months ago
Sinkhole swallows truck in Japan, trapping driver inside
Authorities say the driver, a man, was inside the cab and is in communication with firefighters.
6 months ago
6 months ago
Tsunami advisory lifted after strong earthquake hits Japanese coast
The U.S. Geological Survey put the quake’s preliminary magnitude at 6.8.
6 months ago
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Lawsuit alleges Biden blocked US Steel-Nippon Steel merger for political reasons
The Biden administration blocked the deal over alleged national security concerns.
6 months ago
6 months ago
US Steel acquisition by Japan’s Nippon blocked
Domestic steel production is essential to U.S. security, Biden said.
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9 months ago
Why there still isn't any snow on Japan's Mount Fuji
One of the most iconic active volcanoes in the world is missing a major aspect of its famous view: snow.
9 months ago
9 months ago
Japan’s Mount Fuji breaks 130-year record for no snow in October
Typically, snow begins forming on Mount Fuji around Oct. 2, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.
9 months ago
9 months ago
US WWII bomb explodes at Japanese airport
A U.S. bombshell, likely dropped during WWII, exploded near a runway at a Japanese airport, causing nearly 90 flight cancellations.
9 months ago
10 months ago
Japan flexes in Taiwan Strait, sending warship through disputed waters
A Japanese destroyer passed through the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday, marking the first time a modern Japanese warship has navigated this strategically sensitive waterway.
10 months ago
1 year ago
Radio station shakes during Japan earthquake
A local radio station's office could be seen vigorously shaking in footage captured during a strong earthquake that rocked the coast of southern Japan on Thursday.
1 year ago
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7.1 magnitude earthquake strikes coast of Japan
A strong earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.1 has rocked the coast of southern Japan.
1 year ago
1 year ago
Japan's Fumio Kishida stresses Ukraine aid, US world role in speech to Congress
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida addressed Congress, praising U.S. leadership on the world stage as "indispensable" amid threats from Russia and China.
1 year ago
1 year ago
Biden and Japanese PM hold press conference ahead of state dinner
President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Fumio Kishida discussed a range of topics during their bilat including defense partnerships, economic cooperation and the wars in Gaza and Ukraine.
1 year ago
1 year ago
Maui 808: Lahaina students find hope in Japan
ABC News’ Becky Worley follows 11 Lahaina students impacted by the Maui wildfires as they travel to Japan and learn how a community there recovered from their own life-changing disaster.
1 year ago
1 year ago
US, Japan to make 'historic' announcements at summit: Official
President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Fumio Kishida hold talks on Wednesday.
1 year ago
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Trapped pod of orcas off Japan appears to have escaped sea ice
A pod of killer whales, which appeared to be trapped in drift ice off the coast of Japan, has seemingly escaped, a local official told ABC News.
1 year ago
1 year ago
Killer whales trapped by sea ice in Japan have seemingly escaped
A pod of orcas, which appeared to be trapped in drift ice off the coast of Japan, has seemingly escaped, a local official told ABC News.
1 year ago
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Challenging the norm: The fight against racial profiling in Japan’s policing
Japan’s justice system, known for pre-trial detentions and forced confessions, is facing a pivotal lawsuit against racial profiling spearheaded by a naturalized citizen.
1 year ago
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Lawsuit alleges racial profiling by Japan police
The suit against the National Police Agency and local governments in Tokyo and Aichi seeks monetary damages and legal recognition that racial profiling violates Japanese law.
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2 passenger planes collide at Japanese airport
Two passenger planes have collided in Hokkaido, Japan, according to Japanese media reports.
1 year ago
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2 planes collide at Japanese airport
Two passenger planes collided at New Chitose Airport in Hokkaido, in the northern part of the country, at approximately 5:30 p.m. local time, according to Japanese media reports.
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2 years ago
North Korea tests ballistic missile, Japan and South Korea say
The launch appeared to have been a shorter-range ballistic missile based on its flight time, officials said.
2 years ago
2 years ago
Warning lights were not working on runway during plane crash in Japan: Officials
It is unclear if that contributed to the crash at Haneda Airport when a Japan Airlines plane struck a Coast Guard aircraft.
2 years ago
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Investigation underway into deadly crash at Tokyo airport
A passenger plane burst into flames after colliding with a small plane on the runway.
2 years ago
2 years ago
Runway warning lights were broken at time of Japan Airlines plane fire: Report
The warning lights telling pilots if a runway is clear were not working at the Haneda Airport the night a Japan Airlines plane caught fire, according to aviation data.
2 years ago
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Investigation underway in deadly plane collision in Tokyo
Japan Airlines Flight 516 carrying 379 people collided with a Japanese coast guard plane on Tuesday, killing five on the coast guard jet.
2 years ago
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Japan Airlines plane bursts into flames with 379 people on board
A Japan Airlines plane landed while on fire at Haneda Airport on Tuesday.
2 years ago
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After fiery collision at Tokyo airport, experts warn runway incursions are rising
A commercial flight with hundreds on board erupted in flames after it struck a small plane at Haneda Airport the day after a strong earthquake struck the country.
2 years ago
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Aftershocks rattle Japan as death toll rises after powerful earthquake
At least 55 people are dead after a massive earthquake struck the west coast Monday, according to The Associated Press.
2 years ago
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Japan Airlines plane collides with airliner on runway
A desperate search is underway after a powerful earthquake rocked the western region of Japan. ABC News’ Matt Gutman reports from Tokyo.
2 years ago
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7.6 magnitude earthquake hits Japan's coast
The race for survivors is underway as the death toll reaches 48.
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5 Japan Coast Guard crew members are dead after airport crash
Japan Airlines says 379 passengers got out safely after their plane collided with a Coast Guard plane on a runway and burst into flames.
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At least 8 dead after powerful earthquake strikes Japan, triggering tsunami warning
At least eight people have died after a powerful earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.5 struck Japan on Monday, officials said.
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Japan Airlines plane bursts into flames with 379 people on board, all escape
The flight, JL516, which was travelling from Chitose, Hokkaido, may have struck a Japan Coast Guard plane as it was landing, officials told Japanese broadcaster NHK.
2 years ago
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Massive earthquake strikes Japan, triggering tsunami warning
The magnitude 7.5 quake hit on New Year's Day, with tens of thousands facing power outages in the cold.
2 years ago
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Eyewitness captures quake chaos at Japan train station
An eyewitness captured scenes of panic in a train station in Kanazawa city after a massive earthquake hit central Japan.
2 years ago
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Panic, destruction seen after powerful earthquake strikes western Japan
Footage showed buildings shaking, a massive fire and crowds panicking after a 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck Japan.
2 years ago
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Osprey aircraft grounded by US military after last week's deadly crash
The U.S. military is grounding all of its Osprey V-22 aircraft in the wake of last week’s deadly U.S. Air Force crash off the coast of Japan that left eight dead.
2 years ago
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Wreckage found in search for crashed Osprey in Japan, US Air Force says
The CV-22 Osprey crashed near Yakushima Island, Japan, on Nov. 29, U.S. officials said.
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