TOKYO – The Japanese government on Tuesday said Japan wants to step up its relationship with the Philippines following Monday’s presidential election in the Southeast Asian nation.

TOKYO – Actor Tom Cruise will visit Japan later this month to promote his highly-anticipated film “Top Gun: Maverick.” It will be his 24th visit, the most by a Hollywood star.

DAVAO CITY – The Department of Agriculture (DA) is providing PHP3 million as marketing and public relations campaign fund of the Pilipino Banana Growers and Exporters Association (PBGEA) to promote Philippine bananas in Japan.

TOKYO – Filipino boxing legend Manny Pacquiao will run in his first marathon event in Japan to raise money for his foundation that helps children who are in difficult situations in the Philippines.