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Japan Times
People / 20 QUESTIONS
Jun 23, 2023

Alexis Sato: ‘We want to make music a reason for people to travel to Japan’

Some chance meetings led Alexis Sato to some of the best summers of his life. Now he wants to provide that summer vibe to everyone.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / ANALYSIS
Jun 23, 2023

Heat waves put Asia's renewable power fleet to the test

Temperatures in parts of the region rose above 40 degrees Celsius in late April, earlier than usual, causing widespread infrastructure damage and power outages.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 23, 2023

Japan’s biggest bank in talks to issue global stablecoins

MUFG is in discussions with multiple parties about using its blockchain platform, Progmat, to mint stablecoins tied to foreign currencies.
Japan Times
Figure Skating
Jun 23, 2023

CAS to hear Kamila Valieva's doping case in September

Valieva tested positive for the banned substance trimetazidine at the Russian national championships in December 2021.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 23, 2023

Japan denies reported political donations to IAEA over Fukushima findings

The rumor about the donations linked to the planned water release started after a South Korean online media outlet published a story on the matter.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 23, 2023

Lithium producers warn supplies may not meet global EV demand

Staffing shortages, inflation and delays in issuing mine permission may hinder efforts to source enough of the battery metal to meet aggressive electrification timelines.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / NBA
Jun 23, 2023

Spurs take French phenom Victor Wembanyama with first pick of NBA draft

Wembanyama comes into the league with buzz that has not been seen since LeBron James was drafted out of high school 20 years ago.
Japan Times
LIFE / Language / BILINGUAL
Jun 23, 2023

Politically speaking, how should Japan talk about gender?

When trying to pass legislation on topics dealing with the LGBTQ+ community, lawmakers found themselves using a katakana term as a compromise.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jun 23, 2023

The (AI) therapist is in: Can chatbots boost mental health?

Such chatbots are growing in popularity at a time when health resources are stretched, despite concerns from tech experts around data privacy and counseling ethics.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 23, 2023

MSDF and coast guard hold joint drill under defense minister control scenario

Under the Self-Defense Forces Law, the defense minister can take control of the nonmilitary coast guard in case of a contingency.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 23, 2023

Fast-fashion giant Shein plans new Mexico warehouse in Latin America push

The Singapore-based retailer that was founded in China is also expanding its manufacturing network in Brazil.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Jun 23, 2023

Over 1.3 billion globally will have diabetes by 2050, study finds

The vast majority of patients will have Type 2 diabetes, the form of the disease that’s often linked to being overweight.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jun 23, 2023

Ukraine reports slow counteroffensive progress as its forces attack supply lines

Kyiv said its forces have advanced up to a kilometer on the southern front.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 23, 2023

Japan’s inflation outpaces forecast amid focus on BOJ price view

Prices excluding those for fresh food gained 3.2% from a year ago, decelerating from a 3.4% rise in April.
Japan Times
Film / Reviews
Jun 23, 2023

‘River’: A creatively contained time-loop flick

Flooded with ingenuity, the team behind “Beyond the Infinite Two Minutes” renews a winning trope for a captivating, addictive watch.
Japan Times
Film / Reviews
Jun 23, 2023

‘Insomniacs After School’: A cute film that barely passes the grade

Chihiro Ikeda’s adaptation of Makoto Ojiro’s manga tugs on the heartstrings but feels devoid of a truly compelling conflict.
Japan Times
LIFE / Travel
Jun 23, 2023

Thanks to Netflix, this tiny Swiss town has more visitors than locals

With pandemic rules subsiding, tourists are flocking to a small town in Switzerland to visit sites from the South Korean TV drama 'Crash Landing on You.'
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 23, 2023

Two Koreas speed up drone race after unprecedented incursions

South Korea’s cabinet this week approved plans for a new drone command to be set up by the military.
Japan Times
WORLD / ANALYSIS
Jun 23, 2023

Titanic sub victims' families could still sue despite liability waivers

Waivers are not always ironclad, and it is not uncommon for judges to reject them if there is evidence of gross negligence or hazards that were not fully disclosed.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jun 23, 2023

Biden and Modi announce defense and chips deals at White House

The two leaders also announced progress on an order for MQ-9B SeaGuardian drones and an agreement that will allow U.S. Navy ships to undertake major repairs at Indian shipyards.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jun 23, 2023

All five on Titanic sub dead after 'catastrophic' implosion

The somber announcement ended a multinational search-and-rescue operation that captivated the world since the tiny tourist craft went missing four days ago.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Film
Jan 24, 2023

‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ leads the Oscar nominations

Daniel Kwan’s oddball sci-fi movie, 'Everything Everywhere All at Once,” led in sheer number of Oscar nominations, with 11 total.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 24, 2023

Japan Lower Chamber chief denies dubious ties with Unification Church

Should the opposition camp keep adopting a hard-line approach toward the lawmaker, Kishida's government is likely to encounter difficulties in promoting his key policies.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 24, 2023

Japan defense buildup leads to tripling of primary deficit projection

In its outlook, the government retained its assessment that Japan will achieve a surplus in the primary balance in fiscal 2026 of ¥2.5 trillion.
Japan Times
LIFE
Jan 24, 2023

Echizen forged knives sought after by chefs overseas

Echizen Uchihamono blades are forged by hand using techniques carefully passed down from around 700 years ago. The knives, despite being light and thin, are durable and sharp.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jan 24, 2023

If Erdogan blocks Sweden and Finland, will NATO boot Turkey?

Turkey has been one of NATO's most steadfast members, but no one wants to force the alliance to make a tough choice over Finland and Sweden.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jan 24, 2023

Ardern’s ‘politics of kindness’ was both effective and exhausting

New Zealand’s charismatic leader, Jacinda Ardern, stepped down, citing fatigue and other factors. Burnout is typical for women politicians who are often plagued by double standards.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jan 24, 2023

Department stores focus on sustainability for Valentine's Day gifts in Japan

Department stores in Japan are trying to ride a shopping wave for Valentine's Day confectionary gifts with products featuring sustainability.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Jan 24, 2023

Nagasaki Prefecture ordered to pay damages to U.S. woman over harassment

A Nagasaki court ordered the local government to pay ¥500,000 to an American woman who said she had suffered mental anguish due to sexual harassment by a vice principal and a male colleague.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Film
Jan 24, 2023

Makoto Shinkai's anime film 'Suzume' entered in Berlin competition

'Suzume,' which is about a high school girl who embarks on a journey to 'lock out' natural disasters, has been showing in Japanese theaters since last November.
Who needs AI when you have Hatsune Miku?
Over the first six months of 2024, a handful of songs using Vocaloid singer Hatsune Miku’s voice have enjoyed widespread attention, underlining a global interest in the character and the technology she represents.
Bloodied Trump survives assassination attempt at political rally
Former U.S. President Donald Trump is surrounded and evacuated by Secret Service agents at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday. Trump was rushed off stage at the rally after shots rang out.
Shooter came within inches of killing Trump, but left few clues as to why
An aerial view shows the stage where Republican presidential candidate and former U.S. President Donald Trump had been standing during an assassination attempt the day before, and the roof of a nearby building where a gunman was shot dead by law enforcement, in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Sunday.
Yen’s woes seem too big for even a BOJ hike this month to solve
The Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
How to beat Japan’s summer heat in ways better for the planet
Tenugui towels hang up to dry at a dyeing company in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, on May 8. The durable and versatile tenugui, which many people have in their homes, can be used in many ways to cool one’s body.
The neurological disorder that 'kills culture'
Akiko Trush says her experience with the neurological disorder dystonia left her feeling like she wanted to chop her own hand off.
How to beat Japan’s summer heat in ways better for the planet
Tenugui towels hang up to dry at a dyeing company in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, on May 8. The durable and versatile tenugui, which many people have in their homes, can be used in many ways to cool one’s body.
After Trump shooting, U.S. presidential race might take a violent turn
United States Secret Service Counter Snipers stand guard on a rooftop during a campaign rally for U.S. President Donald Trump in Avoca, Pennsylvania, in 2020.
No AC this summer? No problem (for me).
Think air conditioning is a requirement for a Tokyo summer? Think again.
She’s paying ¥1 million to help behind the scenes at the Paris Olympics
Mai Tarumi, who previously volunteered at the postponed Tokyo Olympics in 2021, has a travel budget of ¥1 million for her trip to volunteer at the Paris Games.

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You can often see generations of families enjoying performances together at Fuji Rock Festival.
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Akiko Trush says her experience with the neurological disorder dystonia left her feeling like she wanted to chop her own hand off.
The neurological disorder that 'kills culture'
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