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As Japan accelerates its transition toward a fully digital society, data centers have evolved from simple IT facilities into essential pillars of national social infrastructure. Driven by the explosive demand for generative AI and cloud services, the...

Japan’s Lower House election on 8 February has reshaped the country’s political landscape, delivering a historic landslide victory for the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. The result marks a decisive return to stron...

Drug pricing in Japan is no longer a technical exercise. It has become a frontline issue in social security reform and fiscal politics. Examining the FY2026 drug price revision through the interplay of political leadership, public–private dialogue, a...

Sanae Takaichi made history as Japan’s 104th Prime Minister and the country’s first female leader. Her cabinet reflects a careful balance of party factions, loyal allies, and strategic partnerships, most notably with the reform-oriented Nippon Ishin ...

Japan is approaching a historic moment as the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) elects Sanae Takaichi as its new leader. She is expected to become the country’s first female Prime Minister when the Diet convenes later this month.GR Japan's political ana...

The enactment of the Active Cyber Defense Act in May 2025 and the subsequent establishment of the National Cybersecurity Office (NCO) represent a historic turning point in Japan’s approach to cybersecurity. Together, these measures move Japan from a ...