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Waseda University

The latest news and top stories on Waseda University, a private research university. Founded in 1882, its main campus is in Shinjuku, Tokyo. Waseda offers undergraduate and graduate programs across diverse fields including political science, economics, law, science and engineering. Recognised as one of Japan's top universities, it is notable for its liberal climate and for producing numerous influential alumni, including eight Japanese Prime Ministers and leaders in business and literature.

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, pictured soon after being re-elected in February, has sought to cultivate a close relationship with US President Donald Trump amid Japan-China tension. Photo: Kyodo via Reuters

China-Japan relations

‘Uncompromising’: Takaichi’s meeting with Trump seen as key to China-Japan ties

Neither Tokyo nor Beijing has enough incentive to compromise, observers say, signalling a new reality between Asian giants.

19 Mar 2026 - 8:00PMvideocam

Japan

Japan’s manga industry faces a ‘#MeToo moment’ after Shogakukan scandal

6 Mar 2026 - 11:00AMvideocam

Japan

How the Unification Church is facing fallout in Japan from Shinzo Abe’s murder

3 Mar 2026 - 4:04PM

China-South Korea relations

Seoul’s protest seen as reluctance to let US Forces Korea confront China

South Korean complaint highlights growing difficulty in balancing ties with both security ally US and top trading partner China: analyst.

24 Feb 2026 - 5:53PMvideocam

Seoul’s defence minister has protested to the head of US Forces Korea about a stand-off between US and Chinese fighter jets in the Yellow Sea, according to South Korean media. Photo: AP

Japan

Why plan by US and Japan to relocate Okinawa airbase is hitting turbulence

The US does not intend to vacate the current airbase for now due to disagreement over runway length at a replacement site, a report says.

20 Feb 2026 - 5:15PM

North Korea

Why Takaichi’s landslide victory in Japan has North Korea on edge

North Korea has accused Japan of resurrecting its wartime ambitions by expanding its defence and pursuing security alliances.

13 Feb 2026 - 5:53PMvideocam

China-Japan relations

How a snap election in Japan could put Takaichi in a stronger position with China

A decisive win could give Tokyo ‘limited room for concessions in its negotiations with Beijing’ and more room to manoeuvre with Washington.

13 Jan 2026 - 3:00PMvideocam

Japan

Japan’s Takaichi tipped for snap election gamble as poll ratings soar

The Japanese prime minister has won plaudits at home over her tough stance towards China, but inflation remains a major voter concern.

9 Jan 2026 - 6:11PMvideocam

Japan

AI-powered hunt for manga pirates as Japan seeks to recover wind in its sales

Piracy costs publishers an estimated US$55 billion a year, forcing a hi-tech shift to protect a sector aiming to rival car exports by 2033.

8 Dec 2025 - 1:13PM

China-Japan relations

How a Beijing-Tokyo chill over Taiwan could solidify Takaichi’s power

With no quick thaw in sight after Japanese leader’s remarks, analysts suggest the China rift could translate into an ‘ironic’ outcome.

26 Nov 2025 - 4:37PMvideocam

Speculation has grown that Japan’s new prime minister could tighten her hold on power should relations between Beijing and Tokyo remain frosty. Photo: Kyodo

China-Japan relations

Could China’s economic arsenal against Japan backfire?

Beijing’s trade ‘coercion’ could mark it as a threat to stability and prompt economic partners to diversify, analysts warn.

21 Nov 2025 - 9:39AMvideocam

Japan

Takaichi-Lee meeting raises hopes of Japan and South Korea burying history row

The two leaders focused on regional security and trade, and did not mention long-standing differences over history and maritime territory.

31 Oct 2025 - 3:54PM

Japan

Japan’s PM slammed for ‘currying favour’ with Trump over Nobel Peace Prize plan

Sanae Takaichi’s intention to recommend Trump for the accolade has even drawn criticisms within her Liberal Democratic Party.

28 Oct 2025 - 3:58PMvideocam

Japan

Japan PM Takaichi faces high-stakes meeting with Trump over defence, trade

While the prime minister has vowed to bring forward a defence spending goal, she faces a risk of Trump asking for more, analysts say.

26 Oct 2025 - 3:13PMvideocam

Japan

How Japan’s twin Nobel Prize wins cast spotlight on its growing brain drain

Poor funding and job insecurity are pushing researchers abroad, where countries with deeper pockets actively seek top talent.

10 Oct 2025 - 10:12AMvideocam

Shimon Sakaguchi is applauded on Tuesday after being named the winner of the Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine with two American scientists. Photo: Kyodo