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Asahi Shimbun
The Asahi Shimbun English edition publishes selected Japanese news and reporting on national affairs, business, and international topics.
About Asahi Shimbun
The Asahi Shimbun English edition is the English-language site of the Japanese daily newspaper. It publishes selected articles from the Japanese edition, covering national affairs, politics, business, Asia and world news, science and technology, culture, travel, sports and opinion. The homepage says it includes extensive coverage of manga, travel and other timely news.
The English edition presents only a selection of the Japanese edition's articles, so it does not cover the full paper. The source does not state pricing or whether any content requires payment or registration.
Key features
- Breaking news and daily reporting on Japanese national affairs and politics
- Business coverage, including stock markets and trade
- Asia and world section with China and Korean Peninsula coverage
- Science and technology reporting
- Culture coverage including manga, anime, movies and food
- Opinion section with editorials and columns
Best for: Readers who want English-language news and analysis about Japan, including its culture, travel and business topics.
Good for
- Covers a broad range of topics, from politics and business to culture and sports
- Includes editorials and opinion columns alongside news reporting
Watch out for
- Only selected articles from the Japanese edition are published in English
Asahi Shimbun at a glance
- Official website
- asahi.com/ajw
- Category
- News & Media › Newspapers in Japan
- Type
- Publication
- Platforms
- Web
- Language
- English
- Country
- JP
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Asahi Shimbun FAQ
Does the English edition include every article from the Japanese newspaper?
No. The English edition offers selected articles from the Japanese-language Asahi Shimbun.
Which topics does the English edition cover?
Its sections include National Report, Politics, Business, Asia & World, Sci & Tech, Culture, Manga & Anime, Travel, Sports, and Opinion.
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