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Japanese scholar captures Vietnam’s soul in deeply personal book

Professor Furuta Motoo shares nearly 50 years of insights into Vietnamese life, beliefs, and social dynamics in a unique academic tribute.

Vietnam, Japan deepen ties through Japanese language education

On July 10 and 11, volunteers from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), in collaboration with Dalat University, held their annual sharing session to promote the development of Japanese language education in Vietnam.

Festival strengthens ties between Da Nang, Japanese localities

The Vietnam-Japan Festival, an annual cultural diplomacy event, aims to promote exchange and mutual understanding, tighten the friendship between the peoples of Vietnam and Japan.

Vietnam Goods Week opens in Japan’s Saitama prefecture

This year’s “Vietnam Goods Week” marks a significant milestone as it is being held simultaneously for the first time in four locations across Asia: Japan, Hong Kong (China), Cambodia, and Malaysia, from June 19 - 22.

Vietnam’s illustrated history launches Vietnamese-Japanese edition

Bilingual release brings Vietnam’s rich past to Japanese readers and young expats.

Binh Duong partners with Japanese firm to develop light rail transit project

The provincial Department of Construction reported that the provincial People’s Committee had established a dedicated task force to study LRT system development.

Vietnam Coast Guard, JICA Office strengthen cooperation

The Vietnam Coast Guard and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) have agreed to deepen collaboration, covering education and capacity-building.

Vietnam ships first batch of low-emission rice to Japan

The successful export of this first certified staple is the result of tireless collaboration among farmers, cooperatives, businesses, and agricultural authorities across the Mekong Delta.

Vietnamese groom wins Japanese bride’s heart, hosts unforgettable wedding

Despite cultural barriers, the couple found love and now share family life online with 400K TikTok fans.

Vietnamese star receives International Special Award in Japan

Tung Duong received Japan’s International Special Award at the Music Awards Japan 2025, marking a milestone for Vietnamese music on the global stage.

Vietnam attends Japan's defence and security expo

The 2025 edition has drawn 450 defence-related enterprises from Japan and 30 other countries, alongside over 15,000 visitors.

Japanese retailers step up business activities in Vietnam

Japanese retailers Aeon and Sumitomo have planned to expand their networks in Vietnam, Nikkei Asia reported on May 5.

Vietnam, Japan ink strategic oyster industry partnership

Under the MoU, the two parties will work together to develop a value chain for Vietnamese oysters that meets Japanese standards, targeting both domestic and export markets.

Vietnam’s coffee exports to Japan hit US$127mil. as prices nearly double

Despite lower volume, Vietnam’s coffee export value to Japan surged 56% in early 2025 thanks to soaring average prices.

Vietnamese stars ignite Osaka: Emotional night for fans and artists

The cast of Anh trai vượt ngàn chông gai (Call Me By Fire) reunites for their first international show, thrilling thousands at the Vietnam Cultural Festival in Japan.

Japan turns to Vietnam, Indonesia to tackle truck driver shortage

Hiroshima-based Fukuyama Transporting is training driver candidates in Vietnam and offering language courses and driving tests. It plans to hire 15 long-haul drivers around summer 2026.

Vietnamese students honoured at Asahi scholarship graduation ceremony in Japan

Vietnamese students achieved remarkable successes, excelling in various categories. Seven out of 22 students passed the N1 level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test - the highest level - while 16 out of 34 students received the special award.

Vietnamese food captivates Japanese market

As part of the national trade promotion programme, the Agricultural Trade Promotion Centre of the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment sent a delegation of 27 businesses to participate in the Vietnamese booth at Foodex Japan 2025.

HCM City inaugurates Ben Thanh – Suoi Tien metro after two months of operation

The Ben Thanh – Suoi Tien Metro, the first in Vietnam to feature underground sections, has been officially inaugurated. The project, funded through Japanese ODA and domestic investment, strengthens Vietnam-Japan cooperation in urban infrastructure.

Vietnam-Japan cooperation advances sustainable eel farming technology

At the Vietnam-Japan Festival 2025, Can Tho University introduced a climate-adaptive recirculating eel farming model, highlighting innovative solutions in aquaculture and sustainable development.