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Japan has reached every World Cup since 1998 and now ranks 18th globally in FIFA standings. Their secret? A unique blend of discipline and team unity that's transforming them into a football powerhouse.
Ghana's Football Association and Japan's trade organization are teaming up to use soccer as a bridge for education, innovation, and economic opportunities. The partnership builds on decades of collaboration between the two nations.
Daichi Kamada's late header earned Japan a dramatic 2-2 draw against the Netherlands in one of the World Cup's opening week thrillers. The understated midfielder capped off Japan's second comeback of the night, proving once again why Asian football can no longer be overlooked.
Young Ghanaians can now learn automotive skills and Japanese language through a new partnership that opens doors to careers in Japan. The program addresses youth unemployment while preparing workers for the future of electric vehicles.
Japan's women's hockey team kicked off their Olympic campaign with a thrilling 3-2 victory over France in Milan, thanks to a clutch goal with minutes remaining. The win marks a strong start for Smile Japan as they chase their Olympic dreams.
Japan's national team continued their impressive warm-up form with a late 1-0 victory over Scotland at Hampden Park. The win adds to Japan's growing confidence heading into the World Cup, including their historic first-ever victory over Brazil last October.
Japan's national soccer team made history Tuesday night, defeating England 1-0 at London's iconic Wembley Stadium for their first victory over the Three Lions. The win extends Japan's winning streak to five matches and signals their arrival as a serious contender heading into the World Cup.
Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi earned recognition on the 2026 Football Black List, celebrating influential Black leaders in British football. The Nigerian international joins an elite group being honored for making a real difference in the sport.
Japan and the United States are teaming up to build a synthetic diamond plant that could revolutionize chip manufacturing. The facility is a cornerstone of Japan's massive $550 billion investment in American innovation.
India and Japan just launched a major partnership to revolutionize healthcare and medical devices, combining Japan's advanced technology with India's skilled workforce. The collaboration also extends to cutting-edge quantum science research.
Japan refused to quit in their World Cup qualifier against the Netherlands, fighting back from behind twice to earn a thrilling 2-2 draw. The Samurai Blue's late equalizer in the 89th minute kept both teams' qualification dreams alive in Group F.
Tom Feiling traveled across Japan's shrinking towns to tell human stories behind depopulation statistics. His book "Alone in Japan" captures honest conversations revealing both challenges and unexpected connections in remote communities.
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Japan's new H3 rocket successfully reached orbit after a December failure, launching a cheaper version that could help the country compete in the global space market. The mission marks a crucial comeback for Japan's space ambitions and clears the path for an ambitious year of launches ahead.
Mark Brazil marked his 70th birthday by embarking on a "big year" of birding across Japan, traveling 256 days through 24 prefectures. His journey reveals how both aging travelers and modern Japan have transformed since his first visits in the 1980s.
Japan is teaming up with Danish wind giant Vestas to build its first wind turbine assembly plant, aiming to boost clean energy from 1% to as much as 8% by 2039. The factory will create jobs and help Japan produce large wind turbines entirely on home soil.
Since 2012, Japan has funded graduate education in Japan for 143 Ghanaian civil servants who now shape policy across their government. The scholarship program is transforming how two nations work together, shifting from aid to equal partnership.
A record number of Mexican tourists discovered Japan in 2025, with over 200,000 visitors drawn by cultural experiences and better flight connections. The 32% surge marks the strongest year yet for Mexico-Japan travel.
Japan and Southeast Asia just made it easier for startups to solve big problems with major corporations. The Malaysia-Japan Fast Track Pitch brings together 14 startups with six large companies tackling challenges from healthcare to climate change.
Japan's Environment Ministry is launching its first unified nationwide bear survey to better understand and safely manage human-wildlife interactions. Eight hundred automated cameras will track bear populations across northeastern Japan starting this month.
Japan's foreign workforce just hit an all-time high of 2.57 million people, nearly triple what it was a decade ago. As the country faces a shrinking population, this growing community is helping fill critical jobs and shape Japan's future.
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