TOKYO — Japan and South Korea are marking the 60th anniversary of the normalization of their diplomatic relations Sunday. The two Asian powers, rivals and neighbors, have often had little to celebrate ...

On the 1st, at Akama Shrine in Shimonoseki, a port city in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan, Mr. Mizuno, the chief priest (宮司), ...

Lee Jae-myung’s election as South Korea’s president marks a potential reset in Seoul–Tokyo relations, as he adopts a more pragmatic tone despite his history of sharp criticism towards Japan over ...

Not long ago, it would have been laughable to imagine Lee Jae-myung and Takaichi Sanae as leaders that would foster friendlier ties between these countries. South Korean President Lee Jae-myung (left) ...

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung (left) and Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru shake hands during their summit in Tokyo, Japan, Aug. 23, 2025. Credit: Prime Minister’s Office of Japan South ...

Foreign Affairs published an essay last month arguing that" nuclear armament by Canada, Germany and Japan could stabilize the ...

The leaders of Japan and South Korea met on Saturday and pledged to enhance cooperation between the two countries, saying economic and security challenges require them to step up bilateral relations.

"Originally published in 2014 by Iwanami Shoten, Publishers, Tokyo" -- Title page verso. "After World War II, Japanese popular culture was "banned" in Korea. However, despite the official ban, ...

Japan imposed broad new trade restrictions on South Korea on Friday morning. SEOUL, South Korea -- Tensions heightened between Seoul and Tokyo after Japan imposed broad new trade restrictions on South ...

Mr. Osako’s company employs two dozen potters and sells its distinctive pieces across Japan. While embracing his heritage, Mr ...