North Korea has criticized Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for bowing toward the war-linked Yasukuni shrine in Tokyo, sparking diplomatic tensions.

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reiterated the government's current stance on nonnuclear principles at the Nagasaki ceremony, but again avoided an explicit commitment regarding their future, unlike previous leaders.

Prime Minister Takaichi is scheduled to attend the annual Atomic Bomb Day ceremonies held in Hiroshima and Nagasaki this month, commemorating the victims of the atomic bombings.

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's recent drop in popularity in Japan is prompting questions about whether it signifies normal challenges for a new administration or deeper structural problems.

Following Prime Minister Takaichi's social media post about her chronic lack of sleep (0-3 hours), Liberal Democratic Party Policy Research Council Chairman Kobayashi expressed understanding but also revealed he told her to 'please sleep' during a meeting.

Prime Minister Takaichi attended a meeting with lawmakers who supported her in last year's LDP presidential election to discuss the current Diet session.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi is visiting India, with discussions expected to focus on Japan's expanding role in the Indo-Pacific region.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi has angered corporate elites who are accustomed to high levels of government access, by shunning the country's traditional 'smoky back rooms'.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi met with Liberal Democratic Party's Tax System Research Commission Chairman Onodera to discuss adjustments with various parties regarding a proposed consumption tax reduction. This follows a proposal to lower the tax rate on food items to 1% for two years starting next April.

On the occasion of the G7 summit in Évian, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi emphasized the exceptional partnership between Japan and France, calling for concrete responses to the Middle East crisis, particularly regarding energy security.

Prime Minister Takaichi announced at a Liberal Democratic Party executive meeting that she will visit Europe in mid-month for the G7 Summit in France, expressing her desire to deepen cooperation with leaders of various countries.

Prime Minister Takaichi met with Yamaguchi, the representative secretary of Keizai Doyukai (Japan Association of Corporate Executives), to exchange views on the Middle East situation. Discussions focused on resolving supply chain bottlenecks caused by the regional developments.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi met with startup executives and indicated that measures to support startup companies would be reflected in the new growth strategy to be finalized this summer, emphasizing their importance for commercializing research.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi returned home after a two-day visit to South Korea, where she held a bilateral summit with President Lee Jae Myung in Andong.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi met with UN Secretary-General Guterres in Japan, where they agreed to continue cooperation on Middle East affairs and responses to North Korea.

As a bill to establish a 'National Intelligence Agency' to strengthen government intelligence functions enters deliberation in the House of Councillors, Prime Minister Takaichi indicated plans to consider measures to prevent unnecessary infringement of personal information and privacy after the bill's enactment.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi departed from Haneda Airport to visit Vietnam and Australia, aiming to confirm cooperation on stable energy supply and strengthening supply chains for critical materials with both nations.

During Diet deliberations, Prime Minister Takaichi stated that a supplementary budget is not currently necessary, despite calls from the opposition to support businesses affected by the situation in Iran, citing the availability of existing reserve funds.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is reportedly pursuing the first revision of Japan's post-World War II pacifist constitution, a move expected to be welcomed by Washington and condemned by Beijing.

At the LDP party convention, Prime Minister Takaichi committed to implementing policies that divide national opinion, such as economic reforms and strengthening intelligence, while vowing to lead the party to victory in next spring's unified local elections.

A White House photo showing Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi appearing to dance at an official function sparked widespread mockery on Chinese social media. Commenters framed her as Washington's biggest cheerleader.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi stated in the House of Councillors Budget Committee that efforts would be made to secure alternative procurement sources for crude oil and other resources, in preparation for a prolonged situation concerning Iran.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi stated that the government is closely monitoring the situation in Iran, particularly its impact on LNG procurement and prices, and is committed to ensuring stable supply. She also mentioned that a supplementary budget is not out of the question if the situation prolongs.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi explained on X (formerly Twitter) that she distributed catalog gifts to all LDP House of Representatives members after the last general election, stating it was a token of appreciation and for political activities.

An article in Global Times criticizes Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi's 'cockroach caring' remarks, exposing what it calls her hypocrisy.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi has reiterated her strong commitment to realizing a reduction in consumption tax, a key promise made during the recent general election, and plans to explain it carefully to gain opposition support.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi visited the earthquake-stricken Kumamoto Prefecture in southern Japan, where cleanup operations are underway in intense heat, with over 46,000 households still without water and thousands in emergency shelters.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi is expected to announce a policy to reduce the consumption tax rate on food items by 1% for two years, starting next April. She plans to seek consensus within the Liberal Democratic Party at an extraordinary executive meeting.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi submitted a statement from her secretary to parliament, denying involvement in creating or distributing defamatory videos against other candidates, as reported by Shukan Bunshun.

With four days left in the Diet session, Prime Minister Takaichi has instructed Liberal Democratic Party executives to ensure the passage of all government-submitted bills and expressed willingness to attend intensive budget committee deliberations.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi is preparing to announce a new mid-to-long-term economic and fiscal plan, with a core focus on achieving a stable reduction in the debt-to-GDP ratio by 2040.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi has instructed her party to prioritize the passage of several key bills, including revisions to the Imperial House Law to secure the number of imperial family members and a bill to reduce the number of House of Representatives seats.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi has stated she has no direct acquaintance with a man involved in creating a defamatory video against other candidates, despite reports that her secretary may have participated in an online meeting with him.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi lauded increasing defense cooperation with the UK during a meeting with her British counterpart Keir Starmer, despite ongoing uncertainty regarding a new fighter jet program.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi reiterated her denial of reports that her campaign posted defamatory videos targeting other candidates during the recent LDP presidential election, stating it is not her style.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi attended a rally for families of abductees, emphasizing her unwavering determination to resolve the abduction issue and expressing a strong desire for a summit meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi and Bank of Japan Governor Ueda met to exchange views on the economic and price situation, particularly in light of developments concerning Iran.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi is advocating for a revision of the country's pacifist constitution amidst rising regional tensions.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is scheduled to pay an official visit to Vietnam from May 1 to 3. The visit was announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi held a phone conversation with Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, expressing gratitude for continued crude oil supply to Japan and requesting cooperation for expanded energy supply.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi held a phone conversation with UAE President Mohammed, requesting continued cooperation to ensure a stable supply of crude oil to Japan.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi stated that no decision has been made regarding the dispatch of Self-Defense Forces to the Strait of Hormuz, despite G7 chair France considering escorting vessels amid ongoing blockades.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reiterated her intention to discuss the design of a 'benefit-linked tax credit' system and a two-year zero consumption tax on food items in a 'National Council' with like-minded parties before parliamentary deliberation.

Japan's Prime Minister Takaichi is scheduled to meet with Bank of Japan Governor Ueda for the first time since her election victory, discussing economic policy.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held discussions with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, focusing on bilateral relations and global developments.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi has revolutionized diplomatic protocol with her 'Dragon Ball diplomacy,' using personal gestures, pop culture references, and songs to charm world leaders, a strategy seen by some as brilliant soft power and by others as excessive flattery.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi visited earthquake-affected areas in Kumamoto Prefecture, inspecting the damage, meeting with evacuees, and proposing a plan for 'secondary evacuation' utilizing hotels and inns.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi's approval rating has fallen to 57%, with strategists suggesting this drop could impact the yen and bonds. The decline is attributed to lingering concerns over rising living costs and inflation.

Prime Minister Takaichi met with the chief of the Imperial Household Agency, Kuroda, to discuss appropriate practical responses following the establishment of the revised Imperial House Law, aimed at securing the number of imperial family members.

Prime Minister Modi sent a letter to Amarnath pilgrims emphasizing 'Nation First' and a clean yatra, while also referring to Japanese PM Takaichi as his 'little sister'.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi was heckled at a World War II memorial event by protesters. They were angry about Tokyo's shift away from its decades-long pacifist stance.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi has met with Japan Innovation Party's Yoshimura to request revisions to the referendum provisions within the proposed 'sub-capital' bill, which has faced opposition within the Liberal Democratic Party.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi met with EU Commission President von der Leyen in France, expressing a desire to deepen cooperation on strengthening supply chains for critical minerals and other important resources.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi is preparing to propose three measures aimed at stabilizing the global crude oil market at the upcoming G7 Summit, including opposition to unfair export restrictions and support for strengthening oil reserves.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi is making arrangements to visit an Indian regional city in early July for a summit meeting with Prime Minister Modi, aiming to establish regular mutual visits and further strengthen bilateral relations.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi's dinner performance with Philippine President Marcos has sparked criticism among Japanese netizens, who view it as diplomatic theatrics.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi has instructed relevant ministers to address and resolve bottlenecks in the distribution of naphtha-derived construction materials, such as paints and insulation, which have been impacted by Middle East tensions.

Prime Minister Takaichi denied ever meeting a man who claimed involvement in creating and posting defamatory videos against other candidates during the recent Liberal Democratic Party presidential election.

Prime Minister Takaichi has instructed Digital Minister Matsumoto to urgently consider and implement concrete measures to address the risk of cyber attacks on critical social infrastructure using high-performance AI models developed by US companies.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is pushing for 'advanced discussions' on revising the country's pacifist constitution, which limits its military to self-defense, amidst rising regional tensions.

Prime Minister Takaichi of Japan has expressed opposition to urging Japanese citizens to conserve energy, despite the ongoing crisis in the Middle East.

China and South Korea have expressed objections to Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi's ritual offering made to the controversial Yasukuni Shrine.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi held phone talks with Pakistani Prime Minister Sharif on the afternoon of the 13th. Pakistan mediated recent US-Iran talks, and the leaders are believed to have exchanged views on early de-escalation of the situation.

Amidst the situation in the Middle East, Prime Minister Takaichi met with the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Akazawa and the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare Ueno, reiterating instructions to ensure the stable supply of petroleum products and other goods.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi declared during her White House meeting with President Trump that only he can achieve global peace, emphasizing calls from Japanese officials for his leadership.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi met with the US Ambassador to Japan, Rahm Emanuel, to exchange views regarding the upcoming Japan-US summit meeting.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi defended the distribution of catalog gifts to Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) members after the recent general election, stating in the House of Councillors that there are no legal issues.