Tracking the World, One Axis at a Time
Today, I held a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Sharif of Pakistan. From my side, I expressed respect for the mediation efforts by Prime Minister Sharif and other Pakistani officials…
Recent situation in Israel and Lebanon(Statement by Foreign Minister MOTEGI Toshimitsu) : Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan
The Kasuga Matsuri (春日祭), also widely known as Wakamiya On-Matsuri (若宮おん祭), is one of the three great festivals of Nara and the most important annual festival of Kasuga Taisha (Kasuga…
Japan will inform the U.S. next week that it intends to join the “Golden Dome” missile defense initiative and expects that Washington may seek its help with missile production due…
Today, I welcomed Prime Minister of Canada Mark Carney to Tokyo and held a summit meeting. I am truly delighted to reunite with you since the APEC summit last November.…
Prime Minister Carney to diversify Canada’s trade, attract new investment, and secure new partnerships with visits to India, Australia, and Japan In a more divided and uncertain world, Canada’s new…
On February 23, 2026, Japan celebrates The Emperor’s Birthday (天皇誕生日 / Tennō Tanjōbi), the official birthday of His Majesty Emperor Naruhito, the 126th Emperor of Japan and head of the…
On February 22, 2026, Japan celebrates National Cat Day (猫の日 / Neko no Hi), a beloved unofficial holiday dedicated to honoring cats — one of the most cherished and culturally…
On February 11, 2026, Japan observes National Foundation Day (建国記念の日, Kenkoku Kinen no Hi), a national public holiday commemorating the legendary founding of Japan and the establishment of the imperial…
On February 3, 2026, Japan celebrates Setsubun (節分), the traditional “seasonal division” festival that marks the eve of spring according to the old lunar calendar. Although it’s not a public…