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Mar 13, 2021

Climbing gyms and athletes look to regain footing after Tokyo 2020 delay

The pandemic has put the aspirations of Japanese competition climbers on hold, and affected the operations of climbing gyms they rely on for training.
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Special Supplements / Bosai Special
Mar 11, 2021

Ten years of concerts help enhance circle of support

By producing high-quality timepieces that have been closely linked with people’s lives, the Seiko Holdings Group has shared time with people, in sorrow and in joy, throughout its history.
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PRESS / Corporate Trends
Mar 9, 2021

As a media sponsor of JapanCraft21, The Japan Times Cube supports ideas and projects that involve traditional craft techniques

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Mar 9, 2021

As a media sponsor of JapanCraft21, The Japan Times Cube supports ideas and projects that involve traditional craft techniques

The Japan Times Cube Co., Ltd. (President: Minako Suematsu) aims to help ensure that traditional Japanese culture is passed on to future generations and to introduce its beauty and technology both domestically and internationally by acting as a media sponsor for the first Ronnie Prize hosted by JapanCraft21....
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JAPAN / History / JAPAN TIMES GONE BY
Mar 7, 2021

Japan Times 1921: Japan's heir sails today on what is epoch marking trip

A history-making trip by the emperor and a draft of the postwar Constitution make this month's look back on newspapers past particularly historical.
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BUSINESS / Economy
Mar 5, 2021

China sets conservative economic growth target of above 6%

Premier Li Keqiang pledged to spur domestic consumption and innovation as part of a plan to reduce reliance on overseas markets and technology for long-term development.
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COMMENTARY / World
Mar 3, 2021

China says 'patriotism' in Hong Kong means loving the party

Hong Kong's Basic Law provides that foreigners can serve as judges and up to 20% of legislators can be foreign nationals. An emphasis on patriotism puts such people in an awkward position.
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COMMENTARY / World / Geoeconomic Briefing
Mar 2, 2021

Protecting democracy in a free and open Indo-Pacific

Japan and Australia need to team up with the United States and the United Kingdom to shore up values and ideals in the region.
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LIFE / Food & Drink
Feb 28, 2021

Top 5: The sweetest of Tokyo's wagashi offerings

A traditional confectionery, sweet Japanese 'wagashi' pair exquisitely with green tea and are definitely a sight to behold.
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JAPAN / Regional Voices: Fukushima
Feb 26, 2021

Radiation criteria sow confusion for evacuees

The government has given two conflicting figures for radiation exposure levels — 20 millisieverts a year and 1 millisievert a year — triggering concern.
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COMMENTARY / World
Feb 24, 2021

Keeping troops in Afghanistan makes America safer

The case for maintaining a small yet strong military presence in Afghanistan is sound, if not popular.
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JAPAN / Society
Feb 24, 2021

As pandemic took hold, suicide rose among Japanese women

In Japan, 6,976 women took their lives last year, nearly 15% more than in 2019. It was the first year-over-year increase in more than a decade.
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WORLD / Politics
Feb 18, 2021

Biden downgrades Saudi crown prince to ‘recalibrate’ ties

U.S. President Joe Biden intends to "recalibrate” Washington's relationship with Saudi Arabia and will emphasize outreach to King Salman, in a move that signals a downgrade in ties with Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, the country’s de facto ruler.
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COMMENTARY / Japan
Feb 18, 2021

Why Japan’s territorial disputes are so hard to resolve

Next week, Shimane Prefecture will celebrate the relatively young Takeshima Day, which will invariably invite protest from the South Korean government.
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JAPAN
Feb 17, 2021

Japan and U.S. reach agreement on cost of hosting American troops

The one-year deal, in which Japan will shoulder about u00a5200 billion — roughly in line with the previous year — is widely seen as a temporary measure.
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BUSINESS / Companies
Feb 16, 2021

Bangladesh to see investment boost as Japanese firms leave China

The South Asian economy, which grew an estimated 5.2% in the year ended June, sees 7.4% expansion in the current financial year.
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LIFE / Digital / ON: GAMES
Feb 7, 2021

Game consoles and famous franchises get spruced-up

The Switch gets a Mario makeover, while Super Mario 3D World and Nioh get remastered for new consoles.
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JAPAN / Explainer
Feb 4, 2021

Japan's new virus law: Fines for noncompliance and support for hard-hit firms

Fines can be levied on businesses that refuse orders to shorten their hours of operation under a state of emergency and individuals who refuse to be hospitalized for the novel coronavirus.
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COMMENTARY / Japan
Jan 28, 2021

With Biden, Washington returns to normalcy: But 'strategic patience' with China?

If the Biden administration applied the abortive “strategic patience” concept to China, many in Tokyo would indeed be concerned.
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JAPAN
Jan 27, 2021

Dry ice, containers and staff shortages: Japan's vaccine rollout hurdles

Already the last major industrial country to start mass vaccinations, Japan is likely to be hampered by a lack of equipment and difficulties in recruiting medical workers.
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BASKETBALL / B. League
Jan 20, 2021

Point guard Yuki Kawamura growing into role at B-Corsairs

The 19-year-old Tokai University freshman is turning heads with his ability to direct the game on the court.
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JAPAN / Politics
Jan 18, 2021

Suga vows to restore ‘safety’ and ‘hope’ amid declining approval rate

In a speech to kick off the new Diet session, Suga asked the public to trust his ability to modernize the nation and steer Japan through the COVID-19 storm.
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JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Jan 17, 2021

COVID-19 — and a dwindling support rate — top issues for Suga as Diet convenes

The prime minister will seek to pass key COVID-19 measures as he faces flak from opposition parties over his response to the deadly virus.
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COMMENTARY / World
Jan 15, 2021

Will Biden undo Trump’s last minute legacy?

The Biden administration may be trapped in a quandary over Taiwan because the U.S. may send the wrong signal to China if the new secretary of state nullifies Pompeo's Jan. 9 decision.
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BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball
Jan 14, 2021

Japanese Baseball Hall of Fame reveals Class of 2021

No one was chosen from the Players Selection Committee for the second year in a row.

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