A review of Hirokazu Kore-eda’s film, starring Haruka Ayase, Daigo Yamamoto and Kuwaki Rim

Arrests, interrogations and inspections of Japanese companies in China. Xi Jinping’s leadership is stepping up the pressure following Prime Minister Takaichi’s statements on Taiwan. And Putin’s visit to the Russian Far East islands adds another source of tension

A “gesture of friendship”, says the president, but one that suits Washington: without aid, Japan would defend its currency by selling Treasuries, of which it is the largest foreign holder