#Japanese Economy

Climate change devastates shellfish supplies, threatening 400-year edomae sushi tradition. Prices soar as seasons shrink in Tokyo's iconic food culture

Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi dissolved the lower house on Jan 23, 2026, setting a snap election for Feb 8. Bond yields hit 2.2% amid tax cut promises.

Japan marks 31 years since the Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake amid a 'multi-death society' crisis. Explore how the 10-day cremation wait is impacting society and markets.

Pritzker-winning architect Riken Yamamoto warns that Tokyo's massive redevelopment projects are failing the community and creating obsolete buildings.

The Bank of Japan is expected to hold its policy rate at 0.75% in January 2026. Explore why the BOJ is pausing hikes while upgrading economic growth forecasts.

Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi is considering a snap election in February 2026. Discover the political strategy behind the move and the risks to Japan's $783B budget.

Analyze the upcoming Japan-South Korea summit in Nara on Jan 13, 2026, alongside Japan's deficit bond strategy and record-high rice prices.

Japan's real wages have fallen for 11 consecutive months as of early 2026. Explore the details of Japan real wages decline 2026 and its impact on the economy.

Japan's real wages fell 2.8% in November 2025, marking 11 months of decline. As inflation outpaces pay, the Bank of Japan awaits spring wage talks for its next rate move.

The Nikkei 225 index 2026 started with a massive 3% rally, reaching 51,832.80 points. Tech stocks and a weak yen drove the surge amid Sanae Takaichi's fiscal policy optimism.

Japan announces aggressive plans to deploy AI robots in shipyards by 2026. Explore how this move aims to counter labor shortages and shifting global competition.

As Japan's November inflation hits 3.0%, BOJ Governor Ueda signals further rate hikes. An analysis of the complex economic situation, including the impact of a weak yen on GDP.