She used to play drums in college and loves Iron Maiden. She’s conservative and her country’s first female prime minister.

Japan’s new foreign minister said Wednesday his country plans to show its determination to further build up its defense to rapidly adapt to changing warfare realities and ...

Sanae Takaichi has become Japan's first female prime minister, a significant milestone in the country's male-dominated ...

Ms Takaichi won 237 votes – four more than a majority – compared to 149 won by Yoshikoko Noda, head of the largest opposition party.

Ms Takaichi won 237 votes – four more than a majority – compared to 149 won by Yoshikoko Noda, head of the largest opposition party.

Japan's parliament elected ultraconservative Sanae Takaichi as the country’s first female prime minister Tuesday. Takaichi, ...

Japan's parliament elected ultraconservative Sanae Takaichi as the country's first female prime minister on Tuesday, ...

Sanae Takaichi is on track to become Japan's first female prime minister, after her governing party secured a crucial ...

The yen was last 0.1% stronger at 150.61 per dollar, having fallen slightly in the previous session as investors anticipated ...

Sanae Takaichi is on track to become Japan's first female prime minister after her party secured a crucial coalition partner.

Japan’s ruling party has forged a new coalition, paving the way for its leader to become the country’s next prime minister.