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28.03.2026

The Day the Yen Hit 160

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Japan for 28.03.2026.

It displays 29 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

28.03.2026 ⇢ The Day the Yen Hit 160
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Japanese media editors focused on the yen's depreciation to 160 against the dollar for the first time since July 2024, with multiple outlets reporting the development throughout the afternoon and evening. Coverage linked the currency movement to Middle East tensions, specifically citing "safe-haven dollar buying" amid concerns about prolonged conflict in Iran. Simultaneously, editors reported on the Houthi missile attack on Israel, with multiple outlets covering the attack and its potential to escalate regional conflict and disrupt energy markets. Domestic coverage included figure skater Kaori Sakamoto's fourth world championship victory and the fatal stabbing at Tokyo's Pokémon Center.

28.03.2026
29.03.2026

00:19⇢Pokémon Center's Stalking Shadow Deepens

⌨Japanese media editors report on the fatal stabbing at Tokyo's Pokémon Center, with multiple outlets providing new details about the suspect's stalking history and refusal of counseling, highlighting systemic failures in stalking prevention (Yomiuri, TBS). Simultaneously, coverage continues on the escalating economic impact of the U.S.-Iran conflict, with multiple outlets analyzing potential Hormuz Strait disruptions and their effect on Japan's economy (Mainichi, Nikkei Asia).
00:44
09:25
09:46
Kyodo News

Dollar strengthens to 160 yen for 1st time since July 2024

The U.
09:46
10:06
Kyodo News

G7 top diplomats urge end to attacks on civilians in Iran war

The foreign ministers of the Group of Seven countries on Friday urged an immediate end to attacks against civilians and civilian infrastructure as the U.
10:06

10:15⇢G7's Plea Meets Trump's Ultimatum

⌨Japanese media editors report on the U.S.-Iran conflict's escalation, with multiple outlets covering G7 diplomatic pressure for civilian protection and Trump administration demands for Iranian concessions (Kyodo English, Yomiuri, Nikkei, Asahi, JB Press, HuffPost, NHK). Simultaneously, coverage continues on domestic political developments, with conservative outlets focusing on budget disputes and potential snap elections (Sankei, Yahoo).
10:16
日本経済新聞

企業文化の刷新こそ本丸日産自動車エスピノーサ社長

神奈川県・追浜工場の閉鎖などで、カルロス・ゴーン元会長が着任した1999年の水準まで生産能力が逆戻りする日産自動車。他企業も参考にした「リストラ→V字回復→成長戦略」という企業再生モデルはなぜ水泡に帰したのか。就任から1年。名門復活へ指揮を執るイバン・エスピノーサ社長は「企業文化の刷新こそ本丸」と話す。 日産に入社して23年。前半が母国メキシコ、後半は日本が長かった。ゴーン氏事件後も前任者3人が追…
10:16
10:32
11:09
日本経済新聞

日産、名門復活へ「企業文化の刷新こそ本丸」エスピノーサ社長

神奈川県・追浜工場の閉鎖などで、カルロス・ゴーン元会長が着任した1999年の水準まで生産能力が逆戻りする日産自動車。他企業も参考にした「リストラ→V字回復→成長戦略」という企業再生モデルはなぜ水泡に帰したのか。就任から1年。名門復活へ指揮を執るイバン・エスピノーサ社長は「企業文化の刷新こそ本丸」と話す。 日産に入社して23年。前半が母国メキシコ、後半は日本が長かった。ゴーン氏事件後も前任者3人が追…
11:09
11:43
朝日新聞

自転車ルール、守っていますか? 　事故で靱帯断裂「軽く見ないで」

2月の日曜日の夜。東京都の70代女性がスーパー銭湯から自転車で帰っている時だった。　東京都千代田区の大通り沿いにある交差点の信号が青に変わるのを確認し、横断歩道を渡ろうとした。すると突然、右側から自転車が自身に向かって走ってくるのが視界に入…
11:43

11:44⇢Rubio's Weeks-Long Horizon

⌨Japanese media editors report on the U.S.-Iran conflict's potential conclusion, with multiple outlets covering U.S. Secretary of State Rubio's statement that military operations could end within weeks (Yomiuri, NHK, Kyodo English, JB Press, HuffPost). Simultaneously, coverage continues on domestic political tensions, with conservative outlets highlighting disagreements between the Prime Minister and ruling party members (Yahoo, Sankei).
12:11
12:16
朝日新聞

自転車ルール、守っていますか？　事故で靱帯断裂「軽く見ないで」

2月の日曜日の夜。東京都の70代女性がスーパー銭湯から自転車で帰っている時だった。　東京都千代田区の大通り沿いにある交差点の信号が青に変わるのを確認し、横断歩道を渡ろうとした。すると突然、右側から自転車が自身に向かって走ってくるのが視界に入…
12:16
12:17
12:17
Kyodo News

Indonesia bans social media for under 16, 1st in Asia

Indonesia's ban on social media for children under 16 took effect Saturday, barring them from creating and holding accounts on online platforms in an effort to protect minors from cyberbullying, digital addiction and pornography.
12:17
12:18
12:22

12:39⇢Semiconductor Gates Close on China

⌨Japanese media editors report on the U.S. House committee's passage of a bill to strengthen AI semiconductor export controls to China, with conservative outlets also highlighting a resolution condemning China's pressure on Japan (Sankei). Simultaneously, coverage continues on the U.S.-Iran conflict, with multiple outlets reporting Secretary of State Rubio's statement that military operations could end within weeks (NHK, Yomiuri, JB Press).
13:12
13:29
Kyodo News

Figure skating: Japan's Kaori Sakamoto ends career on high with 4th world title

Japanese figure skating star Kaori Sakamoto brought her competitive career to a triumphant end Friday by winning her fourth world championship.
13:29
14:11
14:16

14:18⇢Hormuz Minefields Await Japan's Hand

⌨Japanese media editors report on the U.S.-Iran conflict's post-ceasefire developments, with multiple outlets covering U.S. expectations for Japanese mine-clearing assistance in the Strait of Hormuz (Nikkei) and U.S. officials questioning the attack's justification (Yahoo). Simultaneously, coverage continues on domestic issues including the Henoko base accident in Okinawa (Sankei) and cherry blossom season in Tokyo (TBS).
16:20

16:35⇢Iran's Five Conditions for Peace

⌨Japanese media editors report on the U.S.-Iran conflict's diplomatic developments, with multiple outlets covering Iran's rejection of the U.S. ceasefire proposal and presentation of five counter-conditions including sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz (Sankei, Nikkei, JB Press). Simultaneously, coverage continues on domestic spring events including Tokyo's cherry blossoms reaching full bloom (NHK, TBS) and figure skater Kaori Sakamoto's fourth world championship victory (Chunichi, Kyodo English).
16:37
17:37
18:05
日本経済新聞

日本・フランス、AIの軍民両用技術で協力次官級対話を創設へ

日本、フランス両政府は人工知能（AI）のデュアルユース（軍民両用）技術について協力する。外務、経済産業、総務各省などの次官級のハイレベル対話を立ち上げ、企業の連携を促す政策をすり合わせる。中国などに依存しない技術や関連製品の供給体制をめざす。 フランスのマクロン大統領が31日に来日し、4月1日に高市早苗首相と会談する。「AI協力首脳共同声明」を発表する。①国際的ガバナンス②安全保障③第三国の能力…
18:05
18:33
日本経済新聞

日仏、AIの軍民両用技術で協力次官級対話を創設へ

日本、フランス両政府は人工知能（AI）のデュアルユース（軍民両用）技術について協力する。外務、経済産業、総務各省などの次官級のハイレベル対話を立ち上げ、企業の連携を促す政策をすり合わせる。中国などに依存しない技術や関連製品の供給体制をめざす。 フランスのマクロン大統領が31日に来日し、4月1日に高市早苗首相と会談する。「AI協力首脳共同声明」を発表する。①国際的ガバナンス②安全保障③第三国の能力…
18:33
18:37
Kyodo News

Cherry blossoms in full bloom in central Tokyo area

Cherry blossoms in central Tokyo are in full bloom, Japan's weather agency said Saturday, slightly earlier than an average year.
18:37

18:39⇢Houthi Missiles Cross the Red Sea

⌨Japanese media editors report on the Houthi attack on Israel (TBS, Yahoo) and its potential consequences, with conservative outlets highlighting fertilizer price spikes due to Iran's Strait of Hormuz blockade (Sankei). Simultaneously, coverage continues on Japan-France AI cooperation talks (Nikkei) and domestic stories including figure skater Kaori Sakamoto's world championship victory (Chunichi).
19:16
朝日新聞

「友達いらない」孤立選んだ18歳の春　制服ディズニー、憧れたけど

■連載「青春コンプレックス」①　中高時代、体育の授業では、ペアを組む相手が見つからず、1人だけあぶれた。　それでも、東京都内の女性（36）は自分に言い聞かせた。　「ひとりが正解なんだ」と。　私立の中高一貫の女子校に通っていた。入学直後のグル…
19:16
20:23

20:30⇢Israel's Retaliatory Strike on Iran

⌨Japanese media editors report on the Houthi attack on Israel and its immediate consequences, with multiple outlets covering Israel's retaliatory airstrike on Iranian nuclear facilities (Yomiuri, TBS, NHK, JB Press). Simultaneously, coverage continues on Japan's consideration of establishing an Air Defense Identification Zone over the Ogasawara Islands in response to Chinese carrier movements (Sankei).
22:03
23:23

23:47⇢Houthi Missiles Cross the Red Sea

⌨Japanese media editors report on the Houthi missile attack on Israel and its regional implications, with multiple outlets covering the attack and potential escalation in the Red Sea (TBS, Sankei). Simultaneously, coverage continues on domestic stories including the F1 Japanese Grand Prix attendance surge (Chunichi) and the "106万円の壁" policy change (Yahoo).
23:59
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