Tag: Japan
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Japan Sets New Defense Spending Record as Geopolitical Pressure Mounts
Japan Moves Toward a Record Defense Budget Japan is preparing to approve a defense budget that would set a new national spending record as part of a broader strategy to strengthen security in a volatile regional landscape. With geopolitical tensions rising, Tokyo is balancing its defense needs against fiscal constraints while facing pressure from allies…
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Japan approves record defence budget to strengthen strike-back and coastal defense amid rising tensions with China
Japan Sets a New Benchmark with Record Defence Spending Japan’s cabinet has approved a record defence budget for the coming year, signaling a bold step in its strategy to deter escalating regional tensions with China. The plan, which exceeds 9 trillion yen (about $85.9 billion), marks the largest military spending package in Japan’s modern history.…
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Japan’s Cabinet Approves Record $785 Billion Budget to Curb Debt and Invest in Growth
Overview: A Historic Budget in a High‑Stakes Runup Japan’s cabinet, led by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, approved a record 112 trillion yen (roughly $785 billion) budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The decision marks a milestone in Japan’s ongoing effort to stimulate growth while keeping a lid on the nation’s swelling debt. The budget signals…
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Japan Approves Record Defence Budget to Bolster Deterrence Amid China Tensions
Overview: A Historic Allocation for Japan’s Military Japan’s government has greenlit a historic defence budget, exceeding 9 trillion yen for the upcoming fiscal year. This milestone marks the largest single-year allocation in the country’s postwar history and underscores Tokyo’s commitment to strengthening its deterrence amid escalating tensions in the Indo-Pacific region, particularly with China. The…
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We were treated like enemies of society: Japan’s dangerous hardcore punk scene looks back to its roots
Introduction: A scene born from resistance When punk exploded in Japan in the late 1970s and early 1980s, it collided with the country’s rigid social expectations. What started as a raw, rebellious spark quickly evolved into a hardcore bloodstream: faster tempos, stripped-down guitars, and a DIY ethic that rejected mainstream fame. This is the story…
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Back to the Roots: Japan’s Dangerous Hardcore Punk Scene and Its Hardcore Origins
Introduction: A Scene Forged in Rebellion In the wake of punk’s initial shock-and-awe, Japan’s hardcore punk scene emerged as a leaner, harsher cousin of the blitzkrieg that had teenagers painting their rooms black and learning three chords by heart. What began as a raw expression of discontent soon hardened into a fierce subculture: a network…
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We Were Treated Like Enemies of Society: Revisiting Japan’s Dangerous Hardcore Punk Roots
Introduction: A Scene Forged in Opposition When punk crossed over from its garage-band beginnings into something more brutal and uncompromising, Japan’s hardcore scene emerged with a radical determination. What began as a local eruption against social norms evolved into a subculture that treated its spaces—squats, basements, and community centers—as both sanctuaries and battlegrounds. The phrase…
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Honda Reports November 2025 Production, Domestic Sales, and Export Results
Honda Announces November 2025 Production, Domestic Sales, and Export Results Honda Motor Co., Ltd. released its summary of automobile production, Japan domestic sales, and export activity for November 2025. The monthly report provides a snapshot of how the company performed across its core markets, including the domestic Japanese market, overall world production, and exports, helping…
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Can Americans Learn to Love Tiny, Cheap Kei Cars? A Practical Look at a Japanese Phenomenon
Introduction: The kei car idea and its American context When leaders reference tiny, affordable cars popular in Asia, the term kei car often comes to mind. These compact vehicles, born out of Japan’s regulatory environment, prioritize efficiency, urban usability, and low ownership costs. For Americans accustomed to larger sedans and trucks, the concept may feel…
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Japan set to restart the world’s biggest nuclear plant after Fukushima
Background: A watershed moment for Japan’s energy future Japan is approaching a pivotal decision that could redefine its approach to energy and security. After more than a decade of post-Fukushima caution, the country is on the cusp of restarting what is widely considered the world’s largest nuclear power plant. The move comes amid rising energy…