Japan's prime minister won a decisive victory in parliamentary elections this weekend. The international reaction to the results depends on where you look.

Weʻre two weeks away from the start of the Lunar New Year. For the first time in 60 years, it will be the Year of the Fire Horse — a significant combination, especially in one Asian country.

The Super Bowl is a week from Sunday, and if you want to buy tickets, you should be ready to spend a minimum of $6,000 apiece. But that's also not the most expensive ticket on the market right now.

President Trump says he’ll raise tariffs on South Korea. It’s the latest case of the president using the threat of tariffs as a policy tool. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.

It’s official: 2025 was a record year for tourism in Japan. So far, 2026 is turning out to be a slightly different story. HPRʻs Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.

The future of Hawaiʻi’s largest coffee farm remains uncertain. Kauaʻi Coffee Company is facing an expiring lease and a complicated business structure; meanwhile, pressures of a different kind are hitting one export market for Hawaiian coffee: South Korea.

Australia has been suffering through some of its worst wildfires since 2019 and 2020. At least one person has died, and while conditions are beginning to improve, some concerns are lingering. HPR's Bill Dorman has more in today's Asia Minute.

Venezuela remains an international focus this week, but a new development involving China and Japan has now captured regional attention. HPR's Bill Dorman has more in today's Asia Minute.

Reaction is still coming in from around the world to the continuing developments in Venezuela. In the Asia Pacific, thereʻs a mixed response. HPRʻs Bill Dorman has more in todayʻs Asia Minute.

Hawaiʻi’s ties to the Asia Pacific transcend geography. There’s a lot of interest among Hawaiʻi residents about our regional neighborhood. Here are four trends to watch in 2026 that may have a direct impact on Hawaiʻi.