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Activating Japan’s Startup Ecosystem from Silicon Valley

Policy & Diplomacy

March 15, 2024

Generative AI and Manga: Taking Advantage of Japan’s Strength in Refinement

Culture

March 8, 2024

Japan’s Pursuit of a Game-Changing Technology and Ecosystem for Semiconductors

Science & Technology

March 1, 2024

The Road to Net Zero with Green Steel

Environment

March 1, 2024

The Microwave Technology Turning the Chemical Industry Green

Environment

February 22, 2024

AZEC: Asia’s Various Pathways to Net Zero Co-Created by Japan

Policy & Diplomacy

February 16, 2024

The Hiroshima AI Process: Leading the Global Challenge to Shape Inclusive Governance for Generative AI

Policy & Diplomacy

February 9, 2024

Strengthening Collaboration Between Japan and the Republic of Korea in Advanced Science and Technology

Policy & Diplomacy

February 2, 2024

Trusted Partners: The Outcome of the Commemorative Summit for the 50th Year of ASEAN-Japan Friendship and Cooperation

Policy & Diplomacy

February 2, 2024

Together for Action: Japan’s Initiatives for Achieving the Common Goal of Net Zero by 2050

Policy & Diplomacy

January 26, 2024

Navigating the Digital Era: The Growing Importance of Fact-Checking

Policy & Diplomacy

January 26, 2024

Japan’s Increasingly Attractive Financial Markets: Promoting Japan as a Leading Asset Management Center

Policy & Diplomacy

January 22, 2024

Snow Presents the Beauty of Japanese Winter

Portraits of Japan

January 5, 2024

Pokémon with Tohoku: Continuing Toward a Brighter Tomorrow

Society

December 22, 2023

Policy Speech at the Joint Session of the Philippine Senate and the House of Representatives: Heart-to-Heart Ties for the Next Generation

Policy & Diplomacy

December 22, 2023

Transforming Agriculture from Space to Empower Smallholder Farmers

Science & Technology

December 15, 2023

Cooperating to Ensure the Safety of the Straits of Malacca and Singapore

Policy & Diplomacy

December 15, 2023

Location Intelligence: Using GPS Data and AI to Tackle Poverty and Disasters

Science & Technology

December 8, 2023

The Digital Finance Platform Pioneering Connectivity Across Asia

Science & Technology

December 1, 2023

Southeast Asia and Japan: Linked by Ties of Cultural Exchange

Culture

November 24, 2023

A Golden Friendship, Golden Opportunities: The Future of Japan and ASEAN

Policy & Diplomacy

November 24, 2023

The Discharge of ALPS Treated Water: Ensuring Safety and Paving the Way Toward Decommissioning

Policy & Diplomacy

November 17, 2023

Leveraging Fukushima’s “Hope Tourism” for a Disaster-Resilient Future

Society

November 10, 2023

Tackling Issues Head-on at This Historical Turning Point

Policy & Diplomacy

November 10, 2023

A World Caring for Human Dignity: PM Kishida’s Speech at the UNGA

Policy & Diplomacy

November 2, 2023

The Roadmap to a Blue Flag Beach and Sustainable Tourism in Miyagi

Portraits of Japan

October 27, 2023

ASEAN-Japan Cooperation and the New Connectivity Initiative for Further Growth

Policy & Diplomacy

October 27, 2023

Camp David Principles: A New Compass for Japan-U.S.-ROK Cooperation

Policy & Diplomacy

October 20, 2023

Sensing Japanese Autumn amid the Colored Leaves

Portraits of Japan

October 13, 2023

Delicious Sea Urchins Restore Oceans and Help Decarbonization

Environment

October 6, 2023

Inexhaustible Energy: Engineering to Realize Fusion Power

Environment

September 29, 2023

Leveraging Japan’s Disaster Experience for Ukraine’s Reconstruction

Policy & Diplomacy

September 22, 2023

Japan-U.S. Partnership to Foster Diverse Talent for the Semiconductor Industry

Society

September 15, 2023

The Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train: The First Step Toward a Safe, Sustainable Society

Policy & Diplomacy

September 8, 2023

PM Kishida’s Middle East Visit to Strengthen Ties with the Region

Policy & Diplomacy

September 8, 2023

Japan’s Long Efforts to Realize a World Without Nuclear Weapons 

Policy & Diplomacy

September 1, 2023

Japan and the EU Agree to Further Deepen Their Close Cooperation

Policy & Diplomacy

September 1, 2023

Japan’s Innovative Catalyst Enables Local Production of Ammonia

Science & Technology

August 25, 2023

Taking the Japan-NATO Partnership to New Heights for World Peace

Policy & Diplomacy

August 25, 2023

Microsatellites Addressing Earth’s Challenges from Space

Science & Technology

August 10, 2023

Japan’s Long-Planned Photovoltaics: Space-Based Solar Power and Perovskite Solar Cells

Environment

August 4, 2023

Making Our World Better from Space: A Japanese Astronaut’s Perspective

Science & Technology

July 28, 2023

Shaping Asia’s Future Through Co-Creation

Policy & Diplomacy

July 21, 2023

Historical Significance of the G7 Hiroshima Summit

Policy & Diplomacy

July 14, 2023

Unforgettable Summer Experiences Await You in Japan

Portraits of Japan

July 7, 2023

Utilizing Microorganisms to Purify Water and Enhance Public Health

Health & Welfare

July 7, 2023

Drone Surveillance of Malaria: A Japanese Startup’s Global Health Efforts

Health & Welfare

June 30, 2023

Delivering Safe, Quality Medical Care for Comprehensive Support in India

Health & Welfare

June 23, 2023

Public-Private Fund Bolsters Global Partnerships in Fighting Infectious Diseases

Health & Welfare

June 23, 2023

Impact Investing in Global Health: Japan’s Commitment as a Frontrunner

Policy & Diplomacy

June 16, 2023

Experience Sake Brewing at the World’s First Sake-Brewery Hotel

Culture

June 9, 2023

Creative Reconstruction Brings Hopes and Dreams to Life in Fukushima

Policy & Diplomacy

June 2, 2023

Steady Progress Toward Eliminating Global Healthcare Disparities

Health & Welfare

May 26, 2023

Taking Practical Steps for Achieving a World Without Nuclear Weapons

Policy & Diplomacy

May 19, 2023

New Plan for a “Free and Open Indo-Pacific”: Policy Speech by PM Kishida

Policy & Diplomacy

May 19, 2023

Cultivating Future Global Talent with Japanese Values

Society

April 28, 2023

Promoting Global Health, Starting from Nagasaki

Health & Welfare

April 21, 2023

Japan Continues to Stand with Ukraine

Policy & Diplomacy

April 14, 2023

BodySharing: Transmitting the Experience of Proprioception

Science & Technology

March 20, 2023

Kosen Startup Automates Instrument Inspection

Science & Technology

March 20, 2023

G7 Summit 2023 Welcomed by All Hiroshima

Policy & Diplomacy

March 20, 2023

The Delights of Spring, the Blessings of Spring

Portraits of Japan

March 20, 2023

Breaking the Homelessness Cycle with Bike Sharing

Society

February 20, 2023

The AI-Powered Manga Translation Service Sharing Beloved Titles with the World

Science & Technology

February 20, 2023

The Unknown Strong and Waste-Free Fishing Industry of Iwate

Society

February 20, 2023

Ukrainian Evacuee and Tsunami-Hit City Share Bond of Empathy

Society

February 20, 2023

PM Kishida’s Tour Lays Groundwork for Successful G7 Summit

Policy & Diplomacy

February 20, 2023

Japan’s Two Big Decisions in Foreign and Security Policy

Policy & Diplomacy

February 20, 2023

Drone Revolution is Taking Off from Fukushima

Science & Technology

January 30, 2023

Promoting the Bosai Spirit of Tohoku to Create a Better, Safer World

Society

January 30, 2023

Protecting and Reinvigorating the Craft of Fukushima Papier-Mâché

Culture

January 30, 2023

Japan’s Efforts Toward Building International Momentum for Nuclear Disarmament

Policy & Diplomacy

January 30, 2023

Midwifery Education Offers a Positive Childbirth Experience in Tanzania

Health & Welfare

December 22, 2022

Embracing Music as an Indispensable Tool for Social Change

Culture

December 22, 2022

Finding Your Magic: A World-Renowned Author Reveals Her Secret

Culture

December 22, 2022

Winter—A Chance to Discover a Never-Before-Seen Japan

Portraits of Japan

December 22, 2022

Successful Japanese Innovator Gives Back to America

Science & Technology

November 29, 2022

Using Design Thinking to Cultivate Global STEAM Leaders

Society

November 29, 2022

Discovering the Untold Stories of Evolution: One Woman’s Challenge

Science & Technology

November 29, 2022

How a Hiroshima Sake Brewer Revived Her Family’s Brewery

Culture

November 29, 2022

The Cosmetics Giant Championing Female Empowerment

Society

November 29, 2022

Improving Women’s Status Creates an Empowered Society

Policy & Diplomacy

October 28, 2022

One Woman Launches Herself into Space Exploration in the New Era

Science & Technology

October 28, 2022

Finding New Value in Fukushima’s Dormant Resources

Society

October 28, 2022

Two-Way Strategy of the New Form of Capitalism: PM Kishida’s Message at the NYSE

Policy & Diplomacy

October 28, 2022

Japan’s Three Promises for Realizing the Vision of the UN Charter

Policy & Diplomacy

October 28, 2022

Research Universities Seek to be Competitive and Collaborative

Science & Technology

September 30, 2022

Fostering a Sustainable Japan-Africa Partnership

Policy & Diplomacy

September 30, 2022

Colors and Savors of Autumn Reflect Japan

Portraits of Japan

September 30, 2022

Leading the World Towards a Future Without Nuclear Weapons

Policy & Diplomacy

September 16, 2022

The Five Pillars for Achieving PM Kishida’s Realism Diplomacy for a New Era

Policy & Diplomacy

September 16, 2022

Hydrogen Power Generation for a Zero-Carbon World

Environment

August 29, 2022

Carbon-Negative Concrete: A Game Changer for a Sustainable Future

Environment

August 29, 2022

Burning Garbage, but Reducing Greenhouse Gases

Environment

August 29, 2022

Harmony Between Forests and Communities Echoes in Tanzania

Environment

August 29, 2022

Investing in People for a New Form of Capitalism

Policy & Diplomacy

July 28, 2022

Enabling the Next Generation to Lead in a VUCA World

Society

July 28, 2022

Combining STEAM Education with Playful Exploration

Society

July 28, 2022

Boosting Recurrent Education that Builds the Future

Society

July 28, 2022

Integrated Innovation Strategy 2022: Making Great Strides Toward Society 5.0

Science & Technology

June 30, 2022

Toward TICAD VIII: Raising Awareness of the Africa-Japan Link

Society

June 30, 2022

Japan-Tunisia Academic Exchanges Sow Seeds of Business

Science & Technology

June 30, 2022

Coolness and Sweetness of Japanese Summer

Portraits of Japan

June 30, 2022

Sado Island Gold Mines: A Precious Heritage for Japan and the World

Portraits of Japan

June 30, 2022

Advancing the Common Vision of a Free and Open Indo-Pacific: a Statement by PM Kishida Following the Quad Leaders’ Meeting

Policy & Diplomacy

June 23, 2022

PM Kishida’s Vision for Building a New International Order from Asia

Policy & Diplomacy

June 23, 2022

PM Kishida's Speech on the New Form of Capitalism and Why Japan Is a “Buy”

Policy & Diplomacy

June 23, 2022

Clean Energy Strategy to Achieve Carbon Neutrality by 2050

Environment

June 23, 2022

Touching the Cutting Edge of Quantum Technology in the Homeland of the Superconducting Qubit

Science & Technology

May 31, 2022

The Impact of AI: Anyone Can Be a Skilled Farmer

Science & Technology

May 31, 2022

Japan Stands with Ukraine: Keeping Education Going for Students

Policy & Diplomacy

May 31, 2022

The Freedom of Reading a Visually Impaired Man Gained in Japan

Society

May 31, 2022

Creating an Innovation Ecosystem in Okinawa

Science & Technology

May 13, 2022

50th Reversion Anniversary: Okinawa’s Sustainable Tourism Development and Beyond

Portraits of Japan

May 13, 2022

Making a Big Leap in Magnet Innovation

Science & Technology

April 19, 2022

The Day When Man-Made Shooting Stars Will Shine in the Sky

Science & Technology

April 19, 2022

Go Together, Go Far: A Grand Space-Avatar Dream Fulfilled by Open Innovation

Science & Technology

April 19, 2022

Generating New Value in Africa, a Captivating Land

Culture

April 19, 2022

A World Without Blindness: A Bio-Venture’s Enduring Pursuit

Health & Welfare

March 18, 2022

Medical Innovation Blooms in Global Startup Cities

Science & Technology

March 18, 2022

Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Joyful Life

Health & Welfare

March 18, 2022

An 8K-Image Technology: A Game-Changer for Future Surgery

Health & Welfare

February 24, 2022

The Flavor of Fukushima Lights Up Reconstruction

Society

February 24, 2022

Ethical Lifestyle Movement Rooted in Traditional Japanese Values

Society

February 24, 2022

Building a Post-COVID-19 New Japan: Policy Speech by PM Kishida

Policy & Diplomacy

February 4, 2022

Special Address at Davos Agenda on a New Form of Capitalism

Policy & Diplomacy

February 4, 2022

Japanese Spring Blooms on the Dining Table

Portraits of Japan

February 4, 2022

Vision for a Digital Garden City Nation

Policy & Diplomacy

January 25, 2022

Tackling Local Challenges Through Digital Transformation

Society

January 25, 2022

Lessons from SHIBUSAWA Eiichi, the Man Who Formed the Foundation of Japanese Capitalism

Society

January 25, 2022

Carving Out the Future: A Policy Speech by PM Kishida

Policy & Diplomacy

December 23, 2021

Economic Measures to Overcome COVID-19 and Pioneer a New Era

Policy & Diplomacy

December 23, 2021

The Journey Toward a World Without Malnutrition

Health & Welfare

December 3, 2021

Meals to Solve the Global Food Imbalance

Health & Welfare

December 3, 2021

Discovering the Unknown Japan with Isabella Bird

Culture

December 3, 2021

Linking the Cultures of Kanazawa and Ghent

Society

December 3, 2021

Tranquility and Serenity: A Peaceful Japanese Winter

Portraits of Japan

December 3, 2021

Toward a New Form of Capitalism: Outline of the Emergency Proposal

Policy & Diplomacy

November 24, 2021

The First Policy Speech by Prime Minister KISHIDA Fumio

Policy & Diplomacy

November 18, 2021

Prime Minister KISHIDA Fumio’s Personal Timeline

Policy & Diplomacy

November 18, 2021

Prime Minister’s First Overseas Trip: COP26 World Leaders Summit Statement

Policy & Diplomacy

November 18, 2021

School Lunches: The Key to Children’s Health and Prosperity

Health & Welfare

November 18, 2021

Recovering Farmland Devoured by Locusts in Pakistan

Environment

November 18, 2021

Bringing the COVID-19 Vaccine to All Corners of the World

Health & Welfare

October 22, 2021

Beyond Tokyo 2020: Leading the Way Toward an Inclusive Society

Culture

October 22, 2021

Tech Innovations at Tokyo 2020

Science & Technology

October 22, 2021

Behind the Scenes of a First Paralympic Appearance at Tokyo 2020

Culture

October 22, 2021

Technology Brings the Joy of Going Out to People with Disabilities

Health & Welfare

October 22, 2021

Japan’s Green Growth Strategy Will Accelerate Innovation

Environment

16/09/2021

Harnessing Hydrogen to Realize a Carbon-Free Society

Environment

16/09/2021

Zero-Carbon Cities Herald Carbon Neutrality

Environment

16/09/2021

New Digital Agency Pursues Inclusive Digitalization

Policy & Diplomacy

16/09/2021

Discover the Gifts of Nature and the Flavors of the Season

Portraits of Japan

16/09/2021

Embracing Inclusivity: A Spirit Rooted in the Tokyo 1964 Paralympics

Culture

20/08/2021

Delivering 3D-Printed Prosthetics to All in Need

Health & Welfare

20/08/2021

Sharing Hope and the Joy of Living Through Music

Culture

20/08/2021

New World Natural Heritage Site Shows Unique Biodiversity

Portraits of Japan

20/08/2021

New World Heritage Sites Highlight the Charm of the Prehistoric Jomon Period

Portraits of Japan

20/08/2021

Stronger Together, for Safe and Secure Games

Culture

21/07/2021

Exciting New Sports to Debut at Tokyo 2020

Culture

21/07/2021

Comradeship Brings Power to Para Athletes

Culture

21/07/2021

Japan and the Pacific: Generating Secure and Sustainable Energy Solutions

Environment

21/07/2021

Remote Work Brings People Together in a Northern City

Society

21/07/2021

Keep Your Eyes on the Other Side of Tokyo 2020

Environment

29/06/2021

Japanese Traditions Cool Summer Pleasantly with Colors

Portraits of Japan

29/06/2021

Transforming Food Systems for a Sustainable Planet and People

Society

29/06/2021

Farm and Fishery Producers in Tohoku Winning Back Consumers’ Trust

Society

29/06/2021

Bringing Japanese Technologies to the World Through Cross Border Open Innovation

Society

29/06/2021

New Hope for South Sudan Through Sports

Culture

28/05/2021

My Vision for the Japan-U.S. Alliance

Policy & Diplomacy

28/05/2021

Shedding Light on Social Responsibility in Supply Chains

Society

28/05/2021

Advancing Japan’s Status as a Global Financial Hub

Policy & Diplomacy

28/05/2021

A Twenty-Year Kizuna: Fortifying Japan and Croatia’s Friendship

Society

28/05/2021

Tokyo 2020: A Beacon of Hope

Culture

15/04/2021

The Distinguished Island Producing the “World’s Beloved Yellowtail”

Society

15/04/2021

ICT in Schools Equips Students with Life Skills for Digital Era

Science & Technology

15/04/2021

A Small Town Asks “Why?”: Toward a Zero-Waste World

Environment

15/04/2021

Broadcasting the Unknown Japan to the World

Society

15/04/2021

Sakura Celebrate the Rejuvenated Tohoku

Portraits of Japan

22/03/2021

Bringing Happiness to Women with Disabilities in Laos

Society

22/03/2021

Young Minds Apply Tradition to Support Global Food Production

Science & Technology

22/03/2021

Robots Carry Sushi Artisanship to the Future

Culture

22/03/2021

New ID Card System Creates Solutions for Regional City

Science & Technology

22/03/2021

The World’s Largest Hydrogen-Production Facility on the Path to Zero Emissions

Environment

22/03/2021

Artificial Photosynthesis: A Step Toward a Carbon-Free Future

Environment

22/03/2021

Coming Together in the Fight Against Ocean Waste

Environment

22/03/2021

Sustainable Business as a Model for Thinking Beyond Foreign Aid

Society

22/03/2021

International Cooperation to Secure the Healthy Lives of Cambodian Mothers and Babies

Health & Welfare

22/03/2021

Research that Saves Us from Infectious Diseases: Fighting TB Throughout the World

Health & Welfare

22/03/2021

Promoting Understanding on Territory and Sovereignty with an Enhanced Experience

Policy & Diplomacy

22/03/2021

Local Women Drive Community Revitalization

Society

22/03/2021

The Swede Inheriting the Soul of Japanese Swordcraft

Culture

22/03/2021

The Joy of Chado Found in Handbuilt Teahouses in Mexico

Culture

22/03/2021

“Arigato” from Japan for Supporting Reconstruction

Society

19/02/2021

The Role of Criminal Justice in Achieving the SDGs

Policy & Diplomacy

19/02/2021

Reforming the Social Security System to Create Fairness Among Generations

Health & Welfare

19/02/2021

Plant-Derived Material Will Change the Future of Automobiles

Environment

19/02/2021

Sake for the World: The Challenge of an American Sake Brewer

Culture

19/02/2021

Self-Reliant Energy Enhances Local Resilience

Environment

27/01/2021

Digital Transformation Propels Tourism Toward the Future

Science & Technology

27/01/2021

Asteroid Explorer Hayabusa2 Reveals the Origin of the Solar System

Science & Technology

27/01/2021

Utilizing the City’s Underground Spaces to Prevent Flood Damage

Society

27/01/2021

Drawing Natural Beauty with Traditional Japanese Pigments

Culture

27/01/2021

Seasonal Beauty in Japan

Portraits of Japan

24/12/2020

Speech of the Prime Minister at His Inauguration Press Conference

Policy & Diplomacy

24/12/2020

Summary of the Major Policy Outlook from the First Policy Speech

Policy & Diplomacy

24/12/2020

Avoiding the Three Cs: A Key to Preventing the Spread of COVID-19

Health & Welfare

24/12/2020

Aiming for a Digital Society for Diverse Happiness

Science & Technology

24/12/2020

Japan’s Green Innovations for Achieving Carbon Neutrality

Environment

24/12/2020

Creating Vibrant Communities by Expanding Agricultural Exports

Society

24/12/2020

Innovation and Interaction Drive Fukushima’s Revitalization

Society

24/12/2020

Toward a Free and Open Indo-Pacific

Policy & Diplomacy

24/12/2020

COVID-19 Testing Robots Protect Healthcare Workers

Health & Welfare

24/12/2020

Revolutionizing Sake from Paris with Love

Culture

24/12/2020

1980s Baseball Star Bridges Japan and the United States

Culture

24/12/2020

Promoting Kizuna Between Viet Nam and Japan

Society

24/12/2020