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Japan votes in a key election

Japan heads to polls in key test for Prime Minister Ishiba

By Tim Kelly and Mariko Katsumura TOKYO (Reuters) -Japanese voters headed to the polls on Sunday in a tightly contested upper house election that could unleash political turmoil, with rising prices and immigration concerns threatening to weaken Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's grip on power.

NPR · 25m

Japan votes in a key election as Prime Minister Ishiba faces a possible loss

Soaring prices, lagging incomes and burdensome social security payments are the top issues for frustrated, cash-strapped voters. Stricter measures targeting foreign residents and visitors have also emerged as a key issue,

The New Indian Express on MSN · 5h

Japan votes in a key election as Prime Minsiter Ishiba faces a loss and political uncertainty

Japanese were voting Sunday for seats in the smaller of Japan's two parliamentary houses in a key election with Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and his ruling coalition facing a possible defeat that could worsen the country's political instability.

Japan, Ishiba and US

The Washington Post · 1d

A loss for Ishiba could worsen Japan's instability in the face of US tariffs and rising prices

TOKYO — Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba faces an increasingly uphill battle in Sunday’s upper house election, and a loss could worsen political instability at a time of daunting challenges, such as rising prices and high U.S. tariffs.

Reuters · 1d

US Treasury's Bessent believes good Japan tariff deal is possible, PM Ishiba says

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba that their countries can reach a "good agreement" on tariffs, Ishiba said on Friday after meeting Bessent in Tokyo.

Seattle Times · 1d

Japan’s PM Ishiba faces uphill battle in upper house election amid rising prices and US tariffs

Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba faces an increasingly uphill battle in Sunday’s upper house election, and a loss could worsen political instability at a time of daunting challenges, such as rising prices and high U.

Travel + Leisure on MSN5h

This Is One of the Best Day Trips from Tokyo—and It Has a Cup Noodles Museum, Japan’s Largest Chinatown, and Stunning Mount Fuji Views

Yokohama’s Chinatown is the largest in Japan and is surrounded by 10 ornately decorated gates. It’s tempting to get lost in ...

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Japan enacts first law to promote sign language ahead of Deaflympics

Japan’s central and local governments are required under a new law to take steps to promote the use of sign language, aiming ...

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Scenic Night Walk in Tokyo - Japan Virtual Tour (4K)

Experience the magic of Tokyo at night in this peaceful virtual walking tour. Stroll through illuminated streets, quiet alleys, and vibrant cityscapes as you explore Japan’s capital after ...

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Why has Japan set up a task force to deal with foreigners?

Japan has worked hard to attract foreigners to boost its sluggish economy but now the perception there are too many has ...

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China’s Shi Yuqi beats defending champion Lanier to take Japan Open title

China’s former badminton world number one Shi Yuqi won the Japan Open title on Sunday, beating French defending champion Alex ...

Slightly radioactive Fukushima soil is used at Japanese prime minister’s office to prove safety

Decontaminated but slightly radioactive soil from Fukushima has been delivered to the Japanese prime minister’s office to be ...

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Seven & i shows Japan M&A is still not easy, even with better governance

Japanese retailer Seven & i Holdings has again lived up to a reputation for shrugging off investor calls for better returns.

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Death-themed events inspiring life amid increasing youth suicides in Japan

Youth suicides climbed to a record high in Japan in 2024, raising the question of how to rescue young people harboring ...

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