Japan

Namy: Serving up fresh, flavorful kosher Japanese dishes in Netanya - review

We booked an early supper at Namy, which means “waves” in Japanese, on a recent bright summer day.

Sushi from Namy.
THE WRITER and his wife the elephants at the Family Friendly Farm in Chiang Mai.

Before Tisha B'Av: Lessons from Singapore and Japan for repairing Israeli society - opinion

Yasai uramaki at Azia 19.

Azia 19: Unique Japanese food in Jerusalem - restaurant review

Rahm Emanuel, left, speaks with Yael Sternhell and Yoav Fromer during an event at Tel Aviv University, July 8, 2026.

‘True friends tell each other the truth’: Rahm Emanuel’s critique of Israel draws cheers - analysis


The five best anime shows of all time (according to the internet)

Animation.

Japan dispatches troops to help combat deadly bear attacks

With over 100 bear attacks and 12 deaths since April, Japan is on crisis crisis. Troops are setting traps to protect residents as bears are increasingly forced into urban areas by climate change.

A brown bear gnaws at the cage it is trapped in in Sunagawa, Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan October 16, 2024.

Trump's 'hot truck' becomes symbol of Japan trade talks

Japan signals its commitment to US trade talks with a symbolic display of the F-150 truck, highlighting Trump's push for more American car sales in Tokyo.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reacts as US President Donald Trump speaks, aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington, during a visit to US Navy's Yokosuka base in Yokosuka, Japan, October 28, 2025.

Why Trump’s Tokyo trip matters for Israel’s security - opinion

In Tokyo, a new era of deterrence begins. For Israel, the lessons are clear and urgent.

US President Donald Trump speaks to members of the media as he departs for Asia from the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, US, October 24, 2025.

Takaichi elected Japan's premier, shattering glass ceiling with hard-right turn

Takaichi takes over when Japanese politics appears more fractured than at almost any other time in recent memory, and aims to tackle immigration and defense.

Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi poses during a photo session with members of her cabinet at the prime minister's office in Tokyo, Japan on October 21, 2025.

US falls to 12th in henley passport index as singapore leads, south korea second, japan third

Experts say reciprocity shifts and new rules - Brazil ending visa-free US access, restrictions by Vietnam, China, Papua New Guinea, Myanmar - have reduced American travel freedom.

American Passport.

Man in Japan exploited loophole to get food deliveries for 24,000 dollars over two years

Items he ordered included higher-priced options of bento boxes, chicken steaks, box eel, hamburger steak, and ice cream.

Food App.

‘Post’ visits Osaka World Expo 2025: Why Israel’s smaller role may have been a blessing in disguise

Although the event concluded on October 13, The Jerusalem Post was able to visit what was promised to be the best technology and innovation convention of the decade.

The Jerusalem Post at the Osaka World Expo 2025.

Rahm Emanuel, Dan Senor, Rabbi Angela Buchdahl to headline JFNA GA

This year’s conference will focus on three themes that organizers say define the moment for global Jewry: rebuilding Israel, community security, and driving Jewish engagement.

Rahm Emanuel (L), Rabbi Angela Warnick Buchdahl, and Dan Senor over a backdrop of a Jewish Federations rally.

Gold Fever Hits Japan: Panic Buying as Prices Soar Past $4,000

Panic buying grips Japan as gold prices soar past $4,000. Long lines form in Tokyo as investors rush to secure bullion amid growing distrust in paper money.

Gold Fever Hits Japan: Panic Buying as Prices Soar Past $4,000