Japan

北日本、北陸で暴風雪警戒 低気圧発達、高波も

Tokyo Shimbun | Local Language | News | Jan. 15, 2026 | Extreme Weather Events

The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a warning on January 14 about stormy weather and high waves expected in northern Japan and the Hokuriku region due to a rapidly developing low-pressure system. This system, located over the Sea of Okhotsk, is intensifying while moving northeast, leading to gale-force winds and blizzard conditions in these areas through January 15.

Forecasts indicate maximum instantaneous wind gusts of up to 35 meters per second in Hokkaido on the 14th, with slightly lower peaks in Tohoku and Hokuriku reaching up to 30 meters per second. On the 15th, Hokkaido is expected to experience wind gusts of up to 30 meters per second. Wave heights on the 14th are projected to reach 5 meters in Hokkaido and 6 meters in Tohoku and Hokuriku, with Hokuriku also experiencing swells.

「ドンロー主義」で近づく日韓 米つなぎ留め・同志国連携で共闘

Nikkei | Local Language | News | Jan. 15, 2026 | Shifting Geopolitical Alliances

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi of Japan and South Korean President Lee Jae-myung met in Nara City on January 13, 2026, to affirm strategic cooperation between their countries amid shifting U.S. foreign policy priorities. Their discussion was framed by U.S. President Trump’s "Donro Doctrine," which emphasizes defending interests primarily in the Western Hemisphere, raising concerns about diminished U.S. engagement in Asia.

Both leaders stressed the importance of maintaining the trilateral Japan–U.S.–South Korea alliance in response to security threats in the region, including North Korea’s continued nuclear and missile development, its military cooperation with Russia, and China’s expanding military activities near Japan. Despite U.S. actions such as the attack on Venezuela causing unease, Japan and South Korea prioritized alliance cohesion over openly criticizing these moves.

Regarding China, President Lee maintained a neutral stance, advocating for trilateral communication and cooperation with Japan and China while avoiding contentious historical issues. This reflects a shift from his previous more critical positions on Japan, emphasizing pragmatic diplomacy and national interest since taking office in June 2025. However, potential friction remains, notably around symbolic actions like the possible upgrade of Japanese ministerial attendance at “Takeshima Day,” which could provoke South Korean backlash.

The leaders recognize that public opinion between Japan and South Korea remains fragile and must be carefully managed to avoid undermining their critical security partnership. Both governments are committed to advancing cooperation while navigating historical and political sensitivities that could affect their alliance.

「持ち家か、賃貸か」。法的視点から「住まい」を考える（7）～登記することで、第三者に対して「所有権」を主張できる

NLI Research Institute | Local Language | AcademicThink | Jan. 15, 2026 | UndeterminedLegal Exposure

Real estate registration is a crucial legal system that publicly records ownership rights and relevant facts regarding real estate, helping to clarify rights relationships and ensure transaction safety. Registering property is the formal requirement necessary to assert ownership against third parties, especially in cases like double sales, where the first person to complete registration holds legal protection.

The property registry includes the heading section, Section A, and Section B, where anyone can verify ownership and the content of rights. In practical real estate transactions, registration is usually completed promptly at the time of property delivery. Registration for inheritance acquisitions has become mandatory, further increasing the importance of this system.

Understanding and performing real estate registration helps individuals safeguard their ownership rights legally and avoid disputes. Checking the certified copy of the property registry and not neglecting registration procedures are essential steps for asserting ownership and protecting real estate interests.