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Typhoon Bavi, one of the largest storms in decades, is barreling toward East Asia, threatening Taiwan, Japan’s remote islands, and southeastern China as deadly landslides in the Philippines kill at least 15; flights are canceled, schools closed, and authorities brace for heavy rain (up to 1 meter in Taiwan) with 29,000 troops on standby and the possibility of multiple landfalls in China.
Researchers analyzing Higashi-Aogashima hydrothermal vents off Japan found extremely high concentrations of gold trapped inside pyrite nanoparticles, the highest ever recorded, suggesting a potential new source for underwater mining but also raising environmental and feasibility concerns; the findings, published in Scientific Reports, come amid ongoing debate and moratoriums on deep-sea mining, with no commercial mine in operation yet.
China labels Japan’s actions as “reckless militarism” while Beijing imposes export controls on 40 Japanese firms for dual‑use items; Tokyo responds with missiles on its eastern island as Chinese‑Russian bomber drills near Japan intensify, and Beijing challenges Japan over Taiwan policy in a broader war‑memory dispute. Sanctions, travel and seafood import frictions accompany a robust, multi‑decade trade relationship (about $322 billion in 2025), and both sides cite security threats amid Japan’s defence buildup and potential constitutional changes. Diplomats eye a possible rapprochement at the APEC summit, but China remains wary and has urged Tokyo to retract its Taiwan stance.}{
Japan raised its International Tourist Tax (departure tax) to 3,000 yen for all travelers departing the country, effective July 1, with the levy auto-included in airline/cruise bookings; revenue is earmarked for overtourism countermeasures and infrastructure, boosting annual revenue toward about 120 billion yen from 50 billion. To soften the impact on residents, passport fees were cut (10-year online: 15,900 → 8,900 yen; in-person down by 7,000), while short-term visa fees jumped fivefold (single-entry 3,000 → 15,000; multiple-entry 6,000 → 30,000); exemptions remain for many visa-free nationals. Japan saw a record inbound year in 2025 (roughly 42.4 million visitors) and aims for 60 million annually by 2030.
Japan is tightening its business manager visa program, raising the capital requirement to 30 million yen, requiring a Japanese employee, and enforcing stricter documentation with a three-year grace period to comply, as part of broader immigration and tourism controls. The changes threaten foreign entrepreneurs and residents—such as Budhathoki and her family in Tokyo’s Okubo district—who face expulsion or failed renewals despite years of investment, highlighting tensions between aging demographics, labor shortages, and immigration policy.
Brazil scored a late goal to defeat Japan in the Round of 32 in Houston, delivering another World Cup heartbreak for the Japanese and ending their campaign at the 2026 tournament.
Brazil defeated Japan 2-1 in the World Cup Round of 32 thanks to a stoppage-time goal from Gabriel Martinelli; Neymar did not play, with coach Carlo Ancelotti saying Brazil did not need him, and Brazil advances to face Ivory Coast or Norway in the Round of 16.
Brazil overcame a first‑half setback against Japan in Houston after Carlo Ancelotti’s halftime switch to a 4-2-4 and the introduction of Endrick, with Vinicius Jr. and Martinelli stretching the Japanese defense; Casemiro equalised and Martinelli scored a stoppage‑time winner to seal a 2-1 victory and a place in the last 16, where they’ll face Norway or Ivory Coast.
Martinelli came off the bench to score a stoppage-time winner as Brazil beat Japan 2-1 in the World Cup round of 32, with Casemiro equalizing earlier after Japan had taken the lead through Kaishu Sano; Brazil advance to face Ivory Coast or Norway in the round of 16.
Brazil rallied from a halftime deficit to beat Japan 2-1 in Houston, with Casemiro leveling and Gabriel Martinelli scoring a dramatic 96th-minute winner to advance to the World Cup Round of 16, where they will face the Ivory Coast vs. Norway winner on July 5 in New Jersey.
Brazil, the Group C winner, faces Japan, Group F runner-up, in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 in Houston. Brazil is favored on the 90-minute money line (-140) with Japan at +420 and a draw at +260; the over/under is 2.5, and Brazil to advance is -310 against Japan’s +240. SportsLine expert Jon Eimer leans toward the Over 2.5 goals and has four plus-money bets, backed by Brazil’s hot form and Japan’s efficiency in attack, though Japan historically is 0-4 in World Cup knockout rounds. Kickoff is at 1 p.m. ET.*/
Brazil and Japan meet in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 in Houston with Brazil favored to win (-135) and to advance (-300). The 2.5 goal line is set, and SportsLine’s Jon Eimer leans toward the Over 2.5 with multiple plus-money bets, highlighting Japan’s 26% shot-conversion efficiency and Brazil’s prolific attack. Kickoff is 1 p.m. ET; full picks and bets are available on SportsLine.
Brazil, led by Vinicius Jr with four goals in the group stage, meet Japan in Houston for the World Cup 2026 Round of 16 as Ancelotti’s favorites chase a deep run; Neymar returns to boost the attack while Japan, under Moriyasu, aim to extend their knockout magic after a strong group showing. Raphinha is out for Brazil and Takefusa Kubo is out for Japan; Opta projects about a 58% win for Brazil in regulation, with Japan at 18% and the remaining probability for extra time or penalties. The winner faces either Norway or Ivory Coast; kickoff in Houston is at 12:00 local time.
China announced export controls affecting 40 Japanese companies, a move seen as political leverage amid rising Japan–China tensions. Analysts say the step signals Beijing's concern about Tokyo's security ties with the United States and potential Taiwan-related sensitivities, as Western partners criticized Beijing's regional actions.
Brazil, riding an improved XI and Matheus Cunha’s versatile nine-and-a-half role, prepare for a testing last-32 showdown with Japan in Houston as the World Cup knockout stage begins, with Canada already through and other ties like Germany–Paraguay and Netherlands–Morocco on the schedule.