Israel-Japan

First Time in 15 Years:

Foreign Minister makes official visit to Japan

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar has arrived in Tokyo, marking the first such visit in over a decade.

Celebration of Light, Art, and Hope

Israeli Ambassador to Japan hosts Hanukkah event

The event drew a distinguished gathering of guests, including senior members of the Japanese Parliament, community leaders, prominent business figures, and cultural icons.

Israel, Japan sign new defense agreement

Israel, Japan mark 70 years of diplomatic relations, reach agreement on greater military equipment and technology cooperation.

Jews and Bees on their Way to Japan

Commercial relations between Israel and Japan are "flying high."

Netanyahu Sends Condolence Letter to Abe Over ISIS Murders

'Cold-blooded murders' of Japanese hostages 'a chilling reminder' of importance of worldwide fight against ISIS, Netanyahu writes.

Rivlin to Japanese PM: We are Suffering a Tragedy

President Reuven Rivlin greets Japan's PM Shinzo Abe Monday and reiterates importance of bringing Israel-Palestinian conflict to an end.

Discovering Japan's 'Jewish Connection' in the Taiko Drumbeats

Diverse sounds harmonize in the music of Marré Ishii, who says Japan is fascinated with, and exists partially thanks to, the Jews.

Japan is Coming to Israel – With Its Best Kosher Food

Trade officials, Japanese and Israeli businessmen all agree: Japan has found the Israeli market, and the sake has just started flowing.

Arutz Sheva Feature

'Two Eternal Nations' Meet at Jerusalem's Japanese Culture Week

Though separated by thousands of miles, Japan and Israel are closer than you might think; Mayor Barkat lauds ties at fascinating event.

'We Cannot Let the Ayatollahs Win'

Netanyahu, Japanese PM Shinzo Abe commiserate on their shared nuclear threats: Iran and North Korea.

Iran Seen on Agenda as Netanyahu Visits Japan

Japan, one of Iran's biggest oil export markets, has maintained friendly relations with it through its years of ostracism.

Netanyahu: We're Ready to Talk Peace Right Away

"Our team is ready" to talk peace with the PA, Prime Minister Netanyahu tells visiting Japanese Foreign Minister.