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Japan's auto industry is bracing for potential US tariffs on imported vehicles, emphasizing their significant contributions to the US economy and expressing confidence in their ability to adapt. The surge in US-bound exports suggests a rush in demand before the potential implementation of the tariffs.

Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi met with Okinawa Governor Denny Tamaki to address concerns about sexual assaults by U.S. military personnel in Okinawa. Hayashi pledged to work on reducing Okinawa's burden in hosting the U.S. military, while Tamaki emphasized the excessive burden the prefecture continues to bear.

On March 7th, 2023, researchers were granted rare access to the Daisen Kofun, a keyhole-shaped imperial burial mound dating back to the fifth century, marking the first time scholars were allowed on the site in the postwar era. This visit offers new insights into the structure and potential secrets of this ancient monument, shedding light on Japan's rich history and cultural heritage.

A SpaceX crew capsule successfully docked with the International Space Station on March 16, delivering four new astronauts to replace two NASA astronauts who had been stranded on the station since June 2022. The newcomers will spend the next few days learning the ropes from the outgoing astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams.

Asian stock markets experienced a downturn on Friday, March 28, 2025, as investors digested the implications of U.S. President Donald Trump's newly announced tariffs on auto imports. The uncertainty surrounding these tariffs, coupled with concerns about their potential impact on global trade, led to a decline in investor confidence.