Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1599, Chōsokabe Motochika, Japanese daimyō (born 1539) passed away. In 1628, Tokugawa Mitsukuni, Japanese daimyō (died 1701) was born. In 1688, Narai, Thai king (born 1629) passed away. In 1893, The first cultured pearl is obtained by Kōkichi Mikimoto. In 1962, Fumiya Fujii, Japanese music artist was born. In 1966, Kentaro Miura, Japanese author and illustrator (died 2021) was born. In 1987, Shigeaki Kato, Japanese singer was born. In 1989, Shimanoumi Koyo, Japanese sumo wrestler was born. In 2009, Ji Xianlin, Chinese linguist and paleographer (born 1911) passed away. In 2015, Satoru Iwata, Japanese game programmer and businessman (born 1959) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
For you foreign nationals seeking permanent Japanese residency, Japan will formalize income, language proficiency, and etiquette requirements so you don't stick out as a clueless foreigner [Obvious]
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Anadolu Agency
· Jun 24, 2026
2 Japanese nationals detained in China over alleged smuggling: report
Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara says Japanese consular offices in Shenyang, Dalian have been informed and are providing assistance
The Japan Times
· Jul 1, 2026
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Previously set at ¥1,000, the tax has risen to ¥3,000 for all travelers departing Japan, regardless of nationality.
Yen.com.gh
· Jul 10, 2026
Japan releases list of 74 countries whose citizens qualify for visa-free travel
Japan, under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, has confirmed a visa exemption for citizens of 74 countries and territories, allowing stays of 15, 30, or 90 days.
The Economic Times
· Jun 24, 2026
Indo-Japan ties can be most important: Japanese FM
Indo-Japan ties can be most important: Japanese FM
Focus Taiwan
· Jul 2, 2026
Taiwanese citizens still allowed into Kenya despite conflicting reports: MOFA
Taipei, July 2 (CNA) Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said Wednesday it has received no reports of Taiwanese citizens being denied entry into Kenya, despite recent comments by a Kenyan official suggesting that holders of Taiwan passports would not be allowed entry into the country.
NDTV
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Centre Amends Rules For Receiving Foreign Funds
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Related coverage for "For you foreign nationals seeking permanent Japanese residency, Japan will formalize income, language proficiency, and etiquette requirements so you don't stick out as a clueless foreigner [Obvious]": Anadolu Agency — 2 Japanese nationals detained in China over alleged smuggling: report. The Japan Times — Japan triples departure tax in push to combat overtourism . Yen.com.gh — Japan releases list of 74 countries whose citizens qualify for visa-free travel. The Economic Times — Indo-Japan ties can be most important: Japanese FM . Focus Taiwan — Taiwanese citizens still allowed into Kenya despite conflicting reports: MOFA. NDTV — Centre Amends Rules For Receiving Foreign Funds