On October 24, 2025, Japan’s first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, delivered her inaugural policy speech before the National Diet. Defining herself as someone who “never stops believing in the strength of Japan and its people,” she declared her slogan, “Japan’s Rebirth.” The speech laid out a comprehensive vision spanning the economy, national security, and social policy.
In August 2025, Japan reached a historic milestone in inbound tourism. According to the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO), an estimated 3,428,000 overseas visitors came to Japan that month—up 16.9% year-on-year.