Imagine a weapon that, once switched on, chooses its own target. No commander weighs the moment; no soldier hesitates. This is not science fiction. On July 6, 2026, a Russian drone guided by an artificial intelligence system allegedly killed three civilians in Zaporizhzhia, southeastern Ukraine. ...
Beyond spectacle: Horse racing venues offer so much more
Tokyo Racecourse, one of the 10 horse racing venues operated by the Japan Racing Association, offers a wonderful getaway where visitors can enjoy a relaxed day out in the open air, feeling the natural autumn breeze. Located in Fuchu, Tokyo, it is easily accessible ...
The inaugural Asia-Pacific Circular Cities Forum 2026 was held in Yokohama from Sept. 2 to 4. The event brought together representatives from 30 cities, primarily from Asia, along with representatives from over 15 international organizations. Prominent domestic and global leaders and innovators who are ...
Sake is an integral part of Japanese food culture. Oct. 1 is Nihonshu no Hi (Sake Day), designated by the Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association as a day to promote a deeper understanding and appreciation of sake. It marks the start of a new ...
Tokyo is a city of contrasts. In a few moments one can move from the bustle and din of a crowded train to the hushed confines of a tucked away restaurant that only seats eight. Getting the most out of any stay depends on mastering ...
Tourism exhibition brings the world of travel to the capital
Tourism Expo Japan, one of the country’s largest tourism exhibitions, will be held from Sept. 24 through 27 at Tokyo Big Sight. The first two days of the event will be a trade show for those in the tourism industry, while Sept. 26 and ...
Since ancient times, the Ainu people have inhabited the northern reaches of the Japanese archipelago, rooted primarily in Hokkaido. To speak of Ainu history is to speak of the history of humankind in Hokkaido. Humans are believed to have first arrived there roughly 30,000 ...
Two women lead two cities at the forefront of financial innovation
As Tokyo and London — two of the world’s leading financial centers — deepen cooperation on financial innovation, the partnership between the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the City of London Corporation is now led by two prominent women. “Efforts are underway in both London and ...
Enhancing cooperation on new frontiers
The economic relationship between Malaysia and Japan has been cultivated with purpose over four decades. In Japan, Malaysia found not only new markets, but also a model of discipline, industrial rigor and focused modernization that helped shape our own trajectory. That influence fundamentally altered ...
Partnership built on a spirit of friendship and deep trust
It is a privilege to contribute to this special edition of The Japan Times in celebration of Malaysia Day. Japan and Malaysia have a long-standing and steadfast partnership, particularly in the fields of industry and the economy, a bond significantly deepened by the Look East ...
Asia’s growth has long depended on reliable and affordable energy, but the systems that powered its expansion are now being tested by deeper uncertainty. Geopolitical tensions, climate pressures and shifting demand patterns are exposing vulnerabilities across the energy system, challenging long-held assumptions about what it ...
Partnership deepens across all levels
Just shy of completing its seventh decade, the bilateral relationship between Japan and Malaysia has continued to grow across the spectrum. At a government level, as reaffirmed at a summit meeting in June, the two governments have been pursuing further cooperation in wide range ...
