The Asahi Shimbun, a major Japanese newspaper, was honored with three awards at the 2025 Poverty Journalism Prize, recognizing its in-depth coverage of welfare issues. This recognition was made by the Anti-Poverty Network, an organization focused on poverty concerns. Among the winning entries were reports on various aspects of social welfare, such as the implications of cars in welfare systems and the struggles faced by low-income individuals in Japan.

Notably, the award-winning reports included a series on the testimonies of technical trainees at the Fukuoka minimum wage council, as well as a series titled 'Welfare and Cars'. The former highlights the discussions on living wages for migrant workers, while the latter sheds light on how car ownership can impact welfare recipients, a crucial issue in ensuring access to essential services. Additionally, another report addressed the plight of asylum seekers forced to live on the streets due to shortcomings in Japan's subsidy system.

These reports not only showcase the critical issues of poverty and welfare in Japanese society but also foster informed dialogue on policy changes that could alleviate these challenges. The Asahi Shimbun's commitment to investigative journalism reflects the media’s role in highlighting the needs of marginalized communities and advocates for a more equitable society.