Crown Princess Kiko attends blood donation event

Crown Princess Kiko attends blood donation event

Japan's Crown Princess Kiko chats with people awarded for contributing to blood donation promotion after the award ceremony in Yonago in Tottori Prefecture, western Japan, on July 10, 2026.

Crown Princess Kiko attends blood donation event

Crown Princess Kiko attends blood donation event

Japan's Crown Princess Kiko chats with people awarded for contributing to blood donation promotion after the award ceremony in Yonago in Tottori Prefecture, western Japan, on July 10, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A ceremony is held ahead of a World Cup quarterfinal football match between France and Morocco at Boston Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, on July 9, 2026.

105th founding anniversary of Chinese Communist Party

BEIJING, China, July 1 Kyodo - Chinese President Xi Jinping attends a ceremony marking the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Chinese Communist Party at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on July 1, 2026. (Kyodo)

Japan emperor at art award ceremony

Japan emperor at art award ceremony

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (far L) attends a Japan Art Academy Prize ceremony in Tokyo on July 6, 2026. (Pool photo)

Japan emperor at art award ceremony

Japan emperor at art award ceremony

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (far L) attends a Japan Art Academy Prize ceremony in Tokyo on July 6, 2026. (Pool photo)

Japan emperor at art award ceremony

Japan emperor at art award ceremony

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (far L) attends a Japan Art Academy Prize ceremony in Tokyo on July 6, 2026. (Pool photo)

Japan emperor at art award ceremony

Japan emperor at art award ceremony

Japan's Emperor Naruhito (far L) attends a Japan Art Academy Prize ceremony in Tokyo on July 6, 2026. (Pool photo)

Football: 2026 World Cup+

Football: 2026 World Cup+

A ceremony celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence is held before a World Cup round of 16 football match between Canada and Morocco at Houston Stadium in Houston on July 4, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A ceremony celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence is held before a World Cup round of 16 football match between France and Paraguay at Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on July 4, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A ceremony celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence is held before a World Cup round of 16 football match between France and Paraguay at Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on July 4, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A ceremony celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence is held before a World Cup round of 16 football match between France and Paraguay at Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on July 4, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A ceremony celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence is held before a World Cup round of 16 football match between France and Paraguay at Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on July 4, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A ceremony celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence is held before a World Cup round of 16 football match between France and Paraguay at Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on July 4, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A ceremony celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence is held before a World Cup round of 16 football match between France and Paraguay at Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on July 4, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A ceremony celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence is held before a World Cup round of 16 football match between France and Paraguay at Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on July 4, 2026.

World Peace Forum in Beijing

World Peace Forum in Beijing

Chinese Vice President Han Zheng makes a keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the World Peace Forum at Tsinghua University in Beijing on July 3, 2026.

World Peace Forum in Beijing

World Peace Forum in Beijing

Chinese Vice President Han Zheng makes a keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the World Peace Forum at Tsinghua University in Beijing on July 3, 2026.

World Peace Forum in Beijing

World Peace Forum in Beijing

Chinese Vice President Han Zheng makes a keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the World Peace Forum at Tsinghua University in Beijing on July 3, 2026.

World Peace Forum in Beijing

World Peace Forum in Beijing

Chinese Vice President Han Zheng makes a keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the World Peace Forum at Tsinghua University in Beijing on July 3, 2026.

Japan-India summit

Japan-India summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi smiles during a welcome ceremony hosted by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on July 2, 2026.

Japan-India summit

Japan-India summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (L) shakes hands with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a welcome ceremony in New Delhi on July 2, 2026.

Japan-India summit

Japan-India summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (L) shakes hands with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a welcome ceremony in New Delhi on July 2, 2026.

Japan-India summit

Japan-India summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (L) and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi are pictured at the end of a welcome ceremony in New Delhi on July 2, 2026.

Japan-India summit

Japan-India summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (back, L) and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi (back, R) applaud during a document exchange ceremony held after their talks in New Delhi on July 2, 2026.

Japan-India summit

Japan-India summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (R) and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi attend a welcome ceremony in New Delhi on July 2, 2026. (Pool photo)

Japan-India summit

Japan-India summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (C, R) and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi (C, L) attend a welcome ceremony in New Delhi on July 2, 2026. (Pool photo)

Japan-India summit

Japan-India summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (2nd from R) and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi (far L) attend a welcome ceremony in New Delhi on July 2, 2026. (Pool photo)

Japan-India summit

Japan-India summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (L) and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi shake hands at a welcome ceremony in New Delhi on July 2, 2026.

Japan-India summit

Japan-India summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (L) and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi shake hands at a welcome ceremony in New Delhi on July 2, 2026.

Hong Kong marks 29th anniversary of return to China

Hong Kong marks 29th anniversary of return to China

A ceremony is held in Hong Kong on July 1, 2026, marking the 29th anniversary of the former British colony's return to China.

105th founding anniversary of Chinese Communist Party

105th founding anniversary of Chinese Communist Party

Chinese President Xi Jinping (sitting, 2nd from L) attends a ceremony marking the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Chinese Communist Party at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on July 1, 2026.

105th founding anniversary of Chinese Communist Party

105th founding anniversary of Chinese Communist Party

Chinese President Xi Jinping (front row, 2nd from L) attends a ceremony marking the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Chinese Communist Party at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on July 1, 2026.

105th founding anniversary of Chinese Communist Party

105th founding anniversary of Chinese Communist Party

Chinese President Xi Jinping (front) and Premier Li Qiang attend a ceremony marking the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Chinese Communist Party at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on July 1, 2026.

105th founding anniversary of Chinese Communist Party

105th founding anniversary of Chinese Communist Party

Chinese President Xi Jinping attends a ceremony marking the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Chinese Communist Party at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on July 1, 2026.

105th founding anniversary of Chinese Communist Party

105th founding anniversary of Chinese Communist Party

Chinese President Xi Jinping attends a ceremony marking the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Chinese Communist Party at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on July 1, 2026.

105th founding anniversary of Chinese Communist Party

105th founding anniversary of Chinese Communist Party

Chinese President Xi Jinping attends a ceremony marking the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Chinese Communist Party at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on July 1, 2026.

Mt. Fuji in climbing season

Mt. Fuji in climbing season

A ritual to cut a sacred shimenawa rope tied to a torii gate is held during the opening ceremony of the Subashiri route in Shizuoka Prefecture, central Japan, on Mt. Fuji on July 1, 2026, as the official climbing season began for Japan's highest mountain, straddling Shizuoka and Yamanashi prefectures. The route is open through Sept. 10.

25th anniversary events at USJ

25th anniversary events at USJ

A ceremony is held at Universal Studios Japan in Osaka on June 29, 2026, for summer events from July 1 through Aug. 26 marking the theme park's 25th anniversary.

25th anniversary events at USJ

25th anniversary events at USJ

A ceremony is held at Universal Studios Japan in Osaka on June 29, 2026, for summer events from July 1 through Aug. 26 marking the theme park's 25th anniversary.

25th anniversary events at USJ

25th anniversary events at USJ

A ceremony is held at Universal Studios Japan in Osaka on June 29, 2026, for summer events from July 1 through Aug. 26 marking the theme park's 25th anniversary.

25th anniversary events at USJ

25th anniversary events at USJ

A ceremony is held at Universal Studios Japan in Osaka on June 29, 2026, for summer events from July 1 through Aug. 26 marking the theme park's 25th anniversary.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A ceremony is held ahead of a World Cup round of 32 football match between Japan and Brazil at Houston Stadium in Houston on June 29, 2026.

Infectious disease center in Bhutan

Infectious disease center in Bhutan

Bhutan's Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay (L) presents a commemorative gift to Japan International Cooperation Agency President Akihiko Tanaka at an inauguration ceremony for the Royal Centre for Infectious Diseases in Gidakom, Bhutan, on June 28, 2026. The center was built with Japan's foreign aid to assist in Bhutan's efforts to strengthen response to infectious diseases and enhance national health security.

Infectious disease center in Bhutan

Infectious disease center in Bhutan

Japan International Cooperation Agency President Akihiko Tanaka delivers a speech at an inauguration ceremony for the Royal Centre for Infectious Diseases in Gidakom, Bhutan, on June 28, 2026. The center was built with Japan's foreign aid to assist in Bhutan's efforts to strengthen response to infectious diseases and enhance national health security.

Japan-South Korea defense talks

Japan-South Korea defense talks

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi (R) attends an honor guard ceremony with his South Korean counterpart Ahn Gyu Back prior to their talks in Seoul on June 28, 2026. (Pool photo)

Japan-South Korea defense talks

Japan-South Korea defense talks

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi (L) attends an honor guard ceremony with his South Korean counterpart Ahn Gyu Back (C) prior to their talks in Seoul on June 28, 2026. (Pool photo)

Japan-South Korea defense talks

Japan-South Korea defense talks

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi (R) attends a welcome ceremony with his South Korean counterpart Ahn Gyu Back (C) prior to their talks in Seoul on June 28, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A ceremony is held ahead of a World Cup Group F football match between Japan and Sweden at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on June 25, 2026.

Japan to donate picture books to Ukraine

Japan to donate picture books to Ukraine

Japanese education minister Yohei Matsumoto (R) poses with Ukrainian Ambassador to Japan Yurii Lutovinov at his ministry in Tokyo on June 25, 2026, during a ceremony marking Japan's donation of 5,000 copies of picture books to schools and hospitals in the war-ravaged country.