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Body of missing Israeli woman found

Tevel Shabtai, 22, from central Israel, had been missing since Friday after reporting to her mother that she was going to climb a mountain in the Higashikawa area of ​​Japan

Earthquake triggers tsunami warning in Japan

Japanese authorities issue urgent tsunami warning after 7.4-magnitude quake strikes offshore.

Of US/Israel bombings and invasions:

Lessons from wars in Japan, Korea, Vietnam, Egypt, Iraq, et al

The radical nature of Iran's Islamic leaders and the people who follow them blindly indicate that will not be another change of leader Maduro event, nor a war decided through bombardment alone. Analysis.

Boarded the wrong flight - and ended up in Japan

A United Airlines passenger heading for Nicaragua accidentally boarded a flight to Tokyo. UA spokesperson said, 'We apologized to the customer and offered credits and a refund.'

11 nations condemn demolition of UNRWA headquarters in Jerusalem

11 nations condemn Israel's demolition of UNRWA's Jerusalem headquarters, urging adherence to international law and calling for unimpeded humanitarian aid delivery to Gaza and Judea and Samaria.

Herzog and Motegi discuss shaping shared future

President Isaac Herzog meets Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi Toshimitsu to strengthen bilateral ties.

Western states condemn approval of new Judea, Samaria communities

A group of Western and allied countries condemned Israel’s approval of 19 new communities in Judea and Samaria, calling the move unilateral and harmful to regional stability and peace efforts.

Distrurbing

'Hamas Terrorists' Seen Walking the Streets of Tokyo

Images of Japanese cosplayers dressed as Hamas’ al-Qassam Brigades members have circulated online amid growing pro-Gaza demonstrations in Japan, drawing police intervention and public backlash.

Japan holds back on Palestinian state recognition

Japan will reportedly not recognize a Palestinian state for now, even as a growing list of countries, including Britain and France, announce plans to do so at the UN.

Not Isolated:

Unique support for Israel from Japan

Amid recent concerns of Israel facing diplomatic isolation due to the war in Gaza, the Parliamentary Israel Allies Caucus in Japan was formally re-launched today.

One Step Before Robotic Control?:

Two AI systems carried out a conversation on the ISS

For the first time in the history of the space station, two robots from different space agencies communicated and carried out a joint mission in real time using an AI platform.

8.7 quake off Russia triggers tsunami alerts from Japan to Hawaii

Magnitude-8.7 quake strikes near Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, prompting tsunami alerts in Japan, Hawaii, Alaska, and the US West Coast.

Far-right Sanseito party gains ground in Japan's latest election

Japan sees big wins for far-right, anti-immigration party that denounced ‘Jewish capital.’

UK, allies urge immediate Gaza ceasefire

Joint declaration by UK, EU official, and 25 nations denounces humanitarian conditions in Gaza, criticizes Israeli policy, and urges immediate ceasefire and hostage release.

Japan executes ‘Twitter Killer’ for murder of nine in 2017

Takihiro Shiraishi, who lured suicidal victims via Twitter and murdered them, is executed in Japan, marking the first execution under PM Shigeru Ishiba.

Beyond Tokyo: A Kosher Traveler’s Guide to Hidden Gems in Japan

A Jewish kosher trip to Japan has never been easier with the emergence of kosher-friendly luxury hotels and gourmet kosher dining and options for Shabbat observance.

Japanese crime boss tries to sell plutonium to Iranians

Takeshi Ebisawa, 60, pleads guilty to charges of trafficking narcotics and materials for nuclear weapons, including uranium and plutonium.

Japanese fisherman sells tuna fish for 1.3 million dollars

Masahiro Takeuchi, a 73-year-old Japanese fisherman, sold a bluefin tuna at a Tokyo fish market for 1.3 million dollars.

After many hours:

Three Israelis rescued from Mount Hakuba in Japan

Three Israelis who went snowboarding rescued from Japan's Mount Hakuba, after being trapped there for hours.

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.

Second time this week

North Korea launches a ballistic missile

South Korea and Japan say North Korea has launched a ballistic missile toward the Sea of Japan.

No peace prize for UNRWA:

Japanese org. of atom bomb survivors wins Nobel Peace Prize

Nihon Hidankyo, also known as Hibakusha, a grassroots Japanese organization, was declared the winner of the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize today after UNRWA's nomination was criticized for its connections to Hamas.

Exploding radios were discontinued a decade ago, firm says

Japan's Icom Inc. says hand-held radio models affected by Lebanon explosions were discontinued a decade ago.

North Korea fires salvo of ballistic missiles

South Korea and Japan say North Korea fired a salvo of short-range ballistic missiles, its second missile launch in the past week.

Japan:

Israeli ambassador snubbed, US & British envoys boycott ceremony

US, British ambassadors skip Nagasaki ceremony after Israeli envoy’s presence is nixed.

In first:

US Ambassador summoned following sanctions against Israelis

US and Japanese ambassadors to Israel, as well as European Union ambassador, summoned following sanctions against Israeli citizens and organizations.

US, Australia, India, Japan demand immediate ceasefire in Gaza

'The Quad,' made up of the US Secretary of State and the Foreign Ministers of Australia, India, and Japan, published a joint statement demanding a ceasefire in Gaza and the creation of a Palestinian state.

In first, Japan sanctions Israelis

Four Israelis from Judea and Samaria were named by the Japanese Foreign Ministry as 'Israeli settlers involved in violent acts' and subjected to an asset freeze.

North Korea fires ballistic missile

Japan and South Korea say North Korea fired what appeared to be a ballistic missile, which reportedly landed in the sea.

North Korea informs Japan of intent to launch a satellite

Japan says North Korea has informed it of a plan to launch a satellite by June 3.

'The worst in 25 years'

4 dead, 711 injured, 77 missing in earthquake in Taiwan

7.4 magnitude earthquake rocks the entire island of Taiwan, collapsing buildings and creating a tsunami that washed ashore on southern Japanese islands.

Japan to restore funding to UNRWA

Japan to lift suspension of funding to UN “Palestinian refugees” agency, which was cut after Israel said that 12 UNRWA staff had taken part in Hamas’ October 7 attack.

Japan:

Principal paid for small coffee, took large, fired

A middle school principal in Japan was fired after paying for a small coffee and taking a large. In addition, he was arrested and lost his teaching license.

'Extremely concerned'

Japan pauses funding to UNRWA

Japan says it is extremely concerned about alleged involvement of UNRWA staff members in October 7 attack on Israel.

Passengers evacuated after Japan Airlines plane catches fire

Report: Passengers and crew safely evacuated from burning plane, airport closes runways.

Japan orders evacuations following strong earthquake

Japanese PM urges residents of affected areas to evacuate, after series of earthquakes shakes island nation, bringing risk of tsunami.

Turning the al-Aqsa Flood around

Can one change the attitude that says that the Palestinian Arabs must wrest control of the entire land from the Jews? Op-ed.

Car ramming attack near Israeli embassy in Japan

A member of a Japanese right-wing group was arrested after injuring a police officer stationed outside the Israeli embassy.

Japan imposes new Hamas-related sanctions

Japan announces sanctions on individuals and a company connected to the Hamas terrorist organization.

How to win a war

Few questioned the morality of burning Japan’s cities. They had no sympathy for Japan, which appallingly abused captured US civilians.Op-ed.

Japanese religious group visits Jerusalem Rabbi's sukkah

The Makuya group, a Japanese religious movement, visited the sukkah of Rabbi Elchanan Nir in Jerusalem.

China boycotts Japanese products as 'radioactive'

Chinese consumers are avoiding products from Japan in protest over Japan's pumping radioactive water toward China.

North Korea plans another satellite launch

Japanese Coast Guard says North Korea plans to launch a satellite between August 24 and 31. A launch this past May failed.

Japan provides $1 million for Jenin rehabilitation

Government of Japan announces emergency grant aid of $1 million to Jenin following recent Israeli counterterrorism operation.

Researchers:

Story of Japanese Holocaust hero has been exaggerated

Researchers say Japan has exaggerated the story of Chiune Sugihara, the ‘Japanese Schindler.’

North Korea fires ballistic missile

The launch comes days after Kim Jong Un's sister issued threats against the US.

Canadian teen arrested after writing name on 8th century temple

The teen was arrested after he was caught carving his name on a pillar at an ancient Japanese temple designated as a UNESCO Heritage Site.

North Korea notifies Japan of intent to launch satellite

Pyongyang informs Japan's coastguard that a rocket will be launched between May 31 and June 11.

Former AJC CEO David Harris honored by Japan

Harris awarded Order of the Rising Sun in recognition of years of work promoting relationship between Jewish people and Japan.

Spy balloon? Mysterious object washes up on Japanese shore

Authorities can't seem to wrap their heads around the strange phenomenon but questions are already being asked.

North Korea threatens Japan after it doubles military spending

Pyongyang warns it will take ‘bold military steps’ after Tokyo announces large increase in defense budget.

Russia moves mobile missile systems to island near Japan

Russian defense ministry says troops will keep 'round-the-clock watch' of area whose control has long been disputed with Japan.

North Korea fires apparent ICBM

Japan's PM says the missile landed inside Japan's economic zone: The North's repeated missile launches cannot be tolerated.

Seventh time in recent weeks:

North Korea fires two ballistic missiles

South Korea says it detected two missile launches from North Korea’s eastern coastal city of Munchon.

Sixth time in two weeks

North Korea launches two ballistic missiles

The test comes two days after North Korea fired an Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile over Japan.

North Korea fires ballistic missile off its east coast

Japanese citizens briefly asked to take cover following the missile launch, North Korea's fifth this week.

Israel, Japan sign new defense agreement

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

For the first time in a decade

Israeli Defense Minister visits Japan

Defense Min. Gantz visits Japan, meets senior Japanese officials to discuss defense cooperation, strategic ties.

Gantz to conduct official visit to US, Japan this weekend

Defense Minister to meet US CENTCOM Commander in Florida before visiting Japan.

Watch: Aerial footage captures aftermath of Shinzo Abe shooting

Forensics experts are seen scanning the area where the former PM was shot.