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SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
Jan 4, 2023

Another season of turbulence in store for sumo in 2023

While there are several candidates to become sumo's next big thing, it seems likely that it will take time for one or more wrestlers to separate themselves from their rivals.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 4, 2023

Assets of Japan's new Upper House members average ¥25.67 million

The figure is 38% higher than the average for Upper House members who won seats in the 2019 election.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jan 3, 2023

The world’s fantasy destination has an answer to climate oblivion

The Maldives has turned to island building to stave off the impact of global warming, with tourists hoped to foot the bill. But the initiatives come with an environmental cost.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jan 3, 2023

A plea and a promise for 2023: No more ‘pacifism’

The characterization of Japan as a “pacifist” country is widespread — and very misleading.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jan 3, 2023

How Russia’s war on Ukraine is worsening global starvation

Moscow blocks most shipments from Ukraine, one of the world's largest wheat producers, and its attacks on the country's energy grid also disrupt the flow of food.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jan 3, 2023

China’s economy ends year in slump as COVID infections surge

Official data over the weekend showed the decline in manufacturing worsened last month, while activity in the services sector plunged the most since February 2020.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / ANALYSIS
Jan 3, 2023

Casinos in Macao deal themselves a tough hand with nongaming investment pledges

Casinos have committed to investing a total of $15 billion in the coming decade, 90% of which must be spent on nongaming.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy / Outlook for 2023,New Year Special 2023
Jan 3, 2023

What to expect from Japan’s economy in 2023

The Japanese economy faced its share of hurdles last year, but economists say better days may be ahead in 2023.
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JAPAN / Society / New Year Special 2023
Jan 3, 2023

Tracing the history of Mio, a rural Wakayama community with deep ties to Canada

Efforts to preserve Mio's cultural heritage, including memories of the longstanding connections with Canada, have gained momentum in recent years.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jan 2, 2023

‘OK, Mexico, save me’: After China, this is where globalization may lead

As American companies seek to limit their exposure to the pitfalls of making goods in China, some are moving production to Mexico.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jan 2, 2023

Lula takes reins in Brazil and slams Bolsonaro's anti-democratic threats

In a speech to Congress after officially taking the reins of Latin America's biggest country, the leftist said democracy was the true winner of the October presidential vote.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jan 1, 2023

World steps into 2023 after turbulent year

The world's 8 billion people Saturday ushered in 2023, bidding farewell to a turbulent 12 months marked by war in Europe and stinging price rises.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 31, 2022

Former Pope Benedict dies at age 95

Former Pope Benedict XVI, who died Saturday at age 95, had been living a quiet life inside the Vatican grounds since his shock decision to step down in 2013.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 31, 2022

Three years in, COVID's true death toll still elusive

The difference between the official and real figures could diverge even further next year, with modeling predicting more than a million deaths in China.
Japan Times
LIFE / Digital
Dec 31, 2022

Business is booming for TikTok tutors

Want to be a social media star? There are plenty of online teachers willing to teach you how — for a price.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Dec 29, 2022

Are Putin and Xi in decline? Populism and autocracy still have deep resources.

Liberal democracy is still imperiled, despite all the recent cheerfulness from enemies of authoritarianism.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Dec 29, 2022

U.K.-Japan relations grow stronger amid these trying times

U.K. and Japanese relations grow stronger amid trying times marred by war and rising inflation.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Dec 29, 2022

'Nervous' Mikaela Shiffrin completes giant slalom double to earn 79th World Cup victory

The 27-year-old American, who tops the overall standings, now has 79 World Cup wins to her name, just three shy of the the women's record of 82 set by compatriot Lindsey Vonn.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 29, 2022

Heat will stay on in Europe this winter, but after?

This year gas supply is probably sufficient, but even adjusting to colder homes and paying higher bills may not be enough in the upcoming years.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World / The Year Ahead
Dec 29, 2022

Dissecting the ties between war and populism

Russia may no longer be the totalitarian society that Nikita Khrushchev ruled six decades ago, but totalitarianism seemingly remains in its DNA.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Dec 28, 2022

India’s looming demographic divide

As it prepares to overtake China as the world's most populous country, India is struggling to harness the economic benefits of its declining mortality and fertility rates.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Dec 28, 2022

Don’t turn your hobby into a side hustle

It's not good for our mental health to assess the potential profitability of every pastime.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Dec 28, 2022

David Warner rates 'magical' Boxing Day double-ton among his best innings

Short of runs and under pressure, David Warner entered the Boxing Day test against South Africa warning the doubters not to underestimate the fight of a “housing commission boy” with his back against the wall.
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BUSINESS
Dec 28, 2022

Japan's factory output falls for a third month as global demand cools

Industrial production edged down 0.1% from October, dragged lower by falls in output of conveyor belts, cranes and equipment for making chips and flat panel displays.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Dec 27, 2022

Japan's reconstruction minister resigns following funding scandal

Kenya Akiba has admitted to having two political groups affiliated with him pay u00a514 million to his mother and his wife as “rent” between 2011 and 2020.

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