Japan
Hokusai: ‘Mad about painting’ exhibition in Washington
Japanese master artist Hokusai was a "man mad about painting." And a new exhibition at the Freer Gallery shows how brilliant an obsession it was.
Japanese manga comic tells story of Uighur oppression
Japanese manga artist's short comic telling the story of one Uighur woman's experience in the Chinese internment camps has gone viral.
Yama Sakura 77: U.S. and Japan’s annual military drill
Learn more about Yama Sakura, the main military exercise conducted every year between U.S. forces and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force.
U.S. and Japan agree on trade terms
The United States and Japan, which together make up 30% of the world's economy, reached a preliminary trade deal at the United Nations.
Australia, Japan and U.S. work toward maritime security
The three countries announced that they are committed to increasing the presence of maritime law enforcement in the Indo-Pacific region.
Timeline of U.S.-Japan diplomatic history
For almost 70 years, Japan and the United States have been close allies, cooperating on many issues. Here's a timeline of the U.S.-Japan partnership.
At Japan summit, Pompeo joining Trump to advance security and trade
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo arrives June 27 at the Group of 20 Leaders' Summit with a full schedule during his two-day stay.
U.S. and Japan talk trade, a denuclearized North Korea
During his trip to Japan, President Trump described the U.S.-Japan alliance as "ironclad," reflecting the two countries' shared values and interests.
Teaching English in Japan shapes lives, including the teachers’
The Japan Exchange and Teaching Program gives Americans and others a chance to live in Japan while teaching English. Here's one person's experience.