By staff and agency

EU, Japan reaffirm commitment to nuclear deal

European Union foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini and Japanese Foreign Minister Taro Kono have reaffirmed commitment to implementation of the 2015 nuclear deal.

Iran, Japan discuss regional, international issues

TEHRAN – Japanese Deputy Foreign Minister Takeo Mori who had visited Tehran held talks on Saturday with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, discussing regional and international issues.

By Mohammad Ali Haqshenas

Faced with e-waste

Fortunately for us, we are living in a world where the speed of emerging new technologies and electronic devices increasingly eases many of our daily tasks. These amazing rapid changes encourage or even sometimes force users to buy new devices. And what happens to the old ones? Either they are temporarily stocked at storehouses or thrown away among other waste materials. This is where we are introducing another threat to our environment: e-waste.

Sistan-Baluchestan seeking foreign expertise to boost tourism

TEHRAN – In addition to utilizing domestic resources, tourism authorities of Sistan-Baluchestan are seeking foreign expertise to unlock maximum potential of the vast southeastern province.

By Maryam Qarehgozlou

TOD may be a way round air pollution, traffic jam

While air pollution and torturous traffic jam are plaguing city dwellers, especially people residing in the Iranian capital, the government is mulling over implementing transit-oriented development (TOD) programs.

Iranian artisans to show skills at Japan exhibit

TEHRAN – A group of 11 Iranian artisans will attend the ‘second week’ of the 85th Tokyo International Gift Show, which will be held at the Tokyo Big Sight from February 7 to 9.

By staff and agency

Japan backs nuclear deal, confirms no violation by Iran

Japanese Foreign Minister Taro Kono said on Friday that Japan supports the 2015 nuclear deal and confirms no violations by Tehran.

Iran runners-up at Asian Youth Para Games

Iran finished in second place at the third edition of the Asian Youth Para Games in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Wednesday.

By Hiroyasu Kobayashi Japan’s ambassador to Tehran 

Toward expanding cordial relations between Japan and Iran 

More than two years have passed since I started my mission in Iran in October 2015. I am pleased to see that Japan and Iran have a steady progress in expanding relations after overcoming a variety of difficulties.

Iran to host Japanese cultural festival

TEHRAN – Two Iranian cities of Tehran and Kashan will be playing host to a Japanese cultural festival, which will open today at Tehran’s Arasbaran Cultural Center.

Japan decorates former Iranian FM

TEHRAN – A former Iranian minister of foreign affairs has been decorated by the Japanese government for his contribution to bilateral ties.

Iranian couple win gold at WDF Youth World Cup

The Iranian pair claimed a gold medal at the World Dart Federation (WDF) Youth World Cup 2017 on Friday.

JICA pledges $7m to address Tehran’s air pollution

TEHRAN — The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has pledged $7 million to tackle the everlasting air pollution in the metropolis of Tehran, IRIB reported on Monday.

Iran defeat Japan at FIVB Grand Champions Cup

Amir Ghafour topped all scorers with 23 points that boosted Iran’s 3-1 (21-25, 25-19, 25-20, 25-14) win over Japan in the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Grand Champions Cup at the Osaka Municipal Central Gymnasium on Saturday.

Brazil down Iran in straight sets at FIVB Grand Champions Cup

Brazil outclassed Iran in straight sets (25-22, 25-19, 25-15) in the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Grand Champions Cup at the Osaka Municipal Central Gymnasium on Friday.

Iran suffer second loss at CFA International Women’s Youth Football

Iran U-19 team lost to Japan 5-1 at the 2017 CFA International Women’s Youth Football Tournament opener on Tuesday.

Iran edge past Italy at FIVB Volleyball World Grand Champions Cup

Amir Ghafour and Milad Ebadipour’s fiery performance sparked Iran’s 3-2 (25-19, 23-25, 28-26, 29-31, 15-11) win over Italy in the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Grand Champions Cup at the Nippon Gaishi Hall on Tuesday.

Japanese PM’s special envoy meets Rouhani 

TEHRAN – Masahiko Komura, the Japanese prime minister's special envoy, met with Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on Wednesday.

By Kathy Gilsinan & Yasmeen Serhan

What does it mean for North Korea to fly a missile over Japan?

This latest strike may be Pyongyang’s most provocative test this year.

By Amanda Erickson

How the world is reacting to war of words between Trump and North Korea

Last week, tensions between the United States and North Korea hit a boiling point.

The cost will be high if nuclear deal violated, Iran warns

TEHRAN - Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi warned on Friday that a violation of the international nuclear agreement will be high, however Iran is ready for any scenario.

Iran ranks 4th at IOI 2017

TEHRAN — Iran came in fourth at the 29th International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI 2017) which was held in Tehran from July 28 to August 4.

Iran, Japan wrap up human rights roundtable   

TEHRAN – Iran and Japan wrapped up the 12th round of human rights negotiations in the capital Tokyo on Thursday.

Qeshm cisterns nominated for UNESCO prize

TEHRAN – An innovative approach to revive ancient water structures on the Persian Gulf island of Qeshm in southern Iran has been nominated for the 2017 UNESCO Prize on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD).

By Adam Cathcart

China won't bail out Trump on North Korea

When it comes to geopolitical theater, no one can accuse the North Korean leadership of lacking a certain sense of timing.

Asian imports of Iranian oil surge in Jan.-May

TEHRAN - Imports of Iranian crude by its four main buyers in Asia jumped 30.5 percent in January-May 2017, government and ship-tracking data showed.

By Benoit Hardy-Chartr & J. Berkshire Miller

Japan's delicate balancing act in the South China Sea

Sino-Japanese relations have long been marred by a maritime and territorial row in the East China Sea as well as a historical dispute over Japan's wartime memory, which has prevented sustainable rapprochement.

Robert E Kelly

Will America wage war with a nuclear-armed North Korea?

It is increasingly clear that North Korea is driving toward a nuclear-tipped intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) which could strike the U.S. homeland.

Iran seeks to broaden travel ties with East Asia

TEHRAN – Iran’s tourism chief has said the country aims to deepen tourism ties with East Asian states.