The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) has once again decided to postpone the first test launch of its cutting edge H3 launch vehicle until further notice due to difficulties with fixing troubleshooting of the rocket's first stage engine, Japanese news agency Kyodo reported on Monday, citing sources

The Japanese government is considering the request of 11 prefectures, including Tokyo, to place them under tougher COVID-19 restrictions as Omicron cases continue to grow, the Kyodo news agency reported on Monday, citing sources

Several major economies could witness anemic economic recovery from the 2020 coronavirus-related slump in the near future, judging by most recent economic indicators, the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) said on Monday

Japan will develop a new national security strategy and a medium-term defense plan amid the ongoing missile tests conducted by North Korea, rapid changes in the military balance, and emerging challenges concerning space and cyberspace, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Monday