Trump Tariffs Push Japan’s Economy Into Contraction

The Japanese economy shrank by 1.8 percent compared to the same quarter last year, as U.S. tariffs dampened automobile exports and prompted a bleak outlook for growth.

Japan’s economy shrinks as US tariffs weigh on exports

Weakness to bolster Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s case for further stimulus to support struggling households

Japan’s Economy Contracts for First Time in Six Quarters

TOKYO—The Japanese economy contracted for the first time in six quarters, further complicating the timeline of the central bank’s next interest-rate hike.Real gross domestic product shrank 0.4% on a quarter-over-quarter basis,

China Escalates Japan Feud With Island Patrols and Warnings to Citizens

China sent Coast Guard ships near disputed islands and warned travelers and students about safety risks in Japan. The escalation is over comments on Taiwan by Japan’s new prime minister.

Chinese coast guard ships sail through Japan-administered islands as tensions rise

China and Japan have repeatedly faced off around the Japan-administered islands, which Beijing calls Diaoyu and Tokyo calls the Senkaku.

Japan's economy contracts as exports get hit by US tariffs

Japan’s economy has declined at an annualized rate of 1.8% in the July-September period, as President Donald Trump’s tariffs sent the nation’s exports reeling downward

Japan’s GDP Shrinks, Backing Takaichi’s Case for Fiscal Stimulus

Japan’s economy contracted for the first time in six quarters, supporting Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s case to compile an ambitious economic stimulus package.

A grizzly warning to Americans: Beware bear attacks in Japan

Bear sightings and attacks have increased in parts of Japan, especially in municipalities close to or adjacent to populated zones,” the U.S. Embassy said in a wildlife alert.

Japan's tourism shares slump as diplomatic rift with China worsens

By Rocky Swift TOKYO (Reuters) -Japanese tourism-related shares plunged on Monday after China warned its citizens against travel to its North Asian neighbour following a widening diplomatic rift over Taiwan.
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