Japan will take the spotlight at next year's Cannes market, the business hub of the Cannes Film Festival, after being named the 2026 Country of Honor - a recognition that will see the nation lead the market's opening festivities and mount a large-scale showcase of its film,

The Asian nation’s rich cinematic history and vibrant contemporary industry to be highlighted during the 79th Cannes Film Festival

Japan is in the midst of a buyout boom, after more than a decade of being largely ignored by foreign private equity. The big question is if that momentum can be maintained after Tuesday's election of a new prime minister,

Future seasons of the Emmy-winning “Shogun” could finally film in Japan if the country addresses critical infrastructure and incentive gaps, Emmy-winning producer Miyagawa Eriko indicated during a candid MPA industry panel at the Tokyo International Film Festival on Wednesday.

"There is no doubt that I have done all this," Tetsuya Yamagami said in court, admitting to the murder of the country's longest-serving leader in 2022.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae says she will tackle the issue of enhancing Japan's defense capabilities and work on boosting defense spending.

US and Japan looking to strengthen economic and security cooperation ties, during President Trump’s trip to Tokyo, as part of his Asian tour. Although the visit had been clouded by uncertainty following Trump’s tariff blitz earlier this year,

President Donald Trump arrived in Japan on Monday, the second stop on his Asia tour that will culminate in a high-stakes meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping later this week. Trump visited with Japan's Emperor Naruhito on Monday after landing in Tokyo.

Widely viewed as a protégé of Trump’s friend Shinzo Abe, Takaichi emphasized her connection to the deceased Japanese leader as she welcomed Trump to the Akasaka Palace on Tuesday.

As Country of Honour, Japan will open the 2026 edition by co-hosting the Marché du Film’s Opening Night and then have a special place in Marché du Film’s programs, including its panels, networking events and project showcases putting the spotlight on Japanese animation and genre cinema.