Sanae Takaichi vs Xi Jinping: Inside Japan’s high-stakes clash with China over Taiwan

[ad_1] Takaichi vs Xi: Taiwan at the center (AI-generated image used for representation) When Sanae Takaichi stood in the Diet on November 7 and said that force used against Taiwan could trigger Japan’s right to “collective self-defence,” Beijing’s reaction came fast and furious. TL;DR: Driving the news In her first month as Japan’s Prime Minister, […]

Japan’s first female PM faces cultural dilemma: will Sanae Takaichi enter the sacred sumo ring?

[ad_1] Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (Image credits: AP) As the grand sumo tournament in Fukuoka enters its final stretch, excitement across Japan is building — not only over who will claim the championship title, but over whether Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will take an unprecedented step into the ring. The first woman to hold Japan’s […]

How Japan’s New Prime Minister Bonded With Trump

[ad_1] new video loaded: How Japan’s New Prime Minister Bonded With Trump Trump will meet Japan’s new prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, on Tuesday (10/28). A look at how she will approach President Trump in order to rekindle the close relationship he had with her mentor, former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. By Javier C. Hernández, Nailah […]

Watch: Japan’s PM Sanae Takaichi jumps in excitement on stage as Trump introduces her in Tokyo

[ad_1] Japan’s new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi could not contain her excitement as she jumped in joy on stage while sharing the spotlight with US President Donald Trump aboard the USS George Washington on Tuesday.The moment came as Trump introduced her to a cheering crowd of American troops in Tokyo, hailing her as “the first […]

Japan’s new PM has a trump card for Donald Trump – her friendship with Abe San

[ad_1] Japan’s new Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, is preparing for her first meeting with US President Donald Trump this week, and her most powerful diplomatic tool may not be policy but personal history — her deep connection to the late Shinzo Abe, Trump’s closest ally in Asia. Takaichi’s ‘golden chance’ to impress Trump Takaichi became […]

Rock and rule: Japan’s first woman PM Sanae Takaichi still drums heavy metal and loves Metallica

[ad_1] Sanae Takaichi made history on Tuesday as Japan’s first woman prime minister, but she is no ordinary politician. At 64, the new leader is a devoted heavy metal fan who still plays drums at home whenever she feels stressed.“I play after he goes to sleep,” she joked during a recent interview with a Japanese […]

Meet Japan’s ‘Iron Lady’ Sanae Takaichi: First woman Prime Minister facing big political, economic, and regional challenges | World News

[ad_1] Sanae Takaichi has made history by becoming Japan’s first female Prime Minister, following her election as leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and approval by parliament. Known for her socially conservative views, nationalist stance, and admiration for former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, Takaichi inherits a complex political landscape. She must address […]

Japan’s new longevity record set: Nearly 100,000 people living beyond 100; unveils surprising lifestyle secrets | World News

[ad_1] Japan has once again broken its own record for longevity, officially counting nearly 100,000 people aged 100 or older. Figures from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare confirm that as of September 2025, 99,763 Japanese citizens are centenarians as reported by The Japan Times. This remarkable achievement represents not just personal triumphs of […]

Who is Hisahito? Japan’s dragonfly-loving prince; first male royal adult in 40 years

[ad_1] Prince Hisahito (AP photo) Japan’s Prince Hisahito has just been formally recognized as an adult in elaborate palace rituals, becoming the first male royal to reach adulthood in 40 years. His coming-of-age has sparked both celebration and anxiety — because he could one day be emperor, and perhaps the last. A prince who loves […]

Japan’s oldest living person Shigeko Kagawa becomes 114-year-old longevity icon after Miyoko Hiroyasu death | World News

[ad_1] Japan, a country known for its incredible life expectancy and vibrant elderly community, has celebrated yet another milestone in longevity. Shigeko Kagawa, a 114-year-old retired physician from Nara Prefecture, has officially been recognised as Japan’s oldest living person, according to the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare.This honour comes after the passing of Miyoko […]