Imperial Succession: Japan’s Parliament voted to enshrine male-only succession for the imperial throne, keeping Princess Aiko out of the line while allowing distant male relatives to be adopted as heirs. Japan-India Rail Row: India’s government rejected former Japanese minister Hideki Makihara’s claims that India caused delays to the Mumbai–Ahmedabad bullet train, saying talks with Japan are on track and his remarks are “at variance with facts.” Japan-Kenya Tax Fight: Japan-backed tax waivers for Japanese firms and staff on major infrastructure projects in Kenya were upheld by the Supreme Court, ending a legal challenge. Tokyo Markets & Yen: Coverage highlights yen weakness concerns, with analysts noting the export boost from a weaker yen may be less reliable than before. Sports: PV Sindhu reached the Japan Open final after Chen Yufei retired hurt in the semis. Wildlife Safety: A Canadian tourist was injured in a bear attack in Fukushima, with officials warning of increased bear sightings after hibernation. Tech & Travel: JR Central cleared a key hurdle for maglev construction in Shizuoka, while Air Niugini restarted direct flights to Tokyo.