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JAPAN
Aug 15, 2021

Japan and South Korea tensions flare on war-end anniversary

Visits to Yasukuni Shrine by sitting members of the Cabinet are typically seen as crossing a diplomatic red line among victims of Japan's wartime aggression in South Korea and China.
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BUSINESS
Aug 13, 2021

Slowest vaccine drive makes Japan G7’s worst economic performer

With infections rising to record levels in recent days, the bounce in consumer spending that analysts had been forecasting will have to wait even longer.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 12, 2021

More governments recognize Japan’s vaccine passports

New additions include Belize, Papua New Guinea and Slovakia, with the eased entry restrictions varying between them.
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design / ON: DESIGN
Aug 12, 2021

Liberty London shares a deep love for Japan

Liberty's rollout of its From Japan With Love collection of textiles, a collaboration with eight contemporary Japanese artists, includes a capsule collection of clothing and stationery.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Science & Health
Aug 10, 2021

Japan reaches 100 million vaccine doses as focus shifts to youth

However, the country also has the lowest rate among the Group of Seven advanced nations of its population being fully vaccinated at 32.9%.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Aug 9, 2021

Taiwan for all intents and purposes is an independent country. Deal with it.

The best way to raise the diplomatic costs of adventurism to China is to recognize Taiwan as a sovereign state and grant it full diplomatic recognition.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Aug 7, 2021

Olympics a hit for Japan’s athletes, not for its prime minister

For Prime Minister Suga, the Olympics are more of a letdown and unlikely to improve his chances in a looming general election or provide much of a boost to the economy.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Aug 6, 2021

Mexico shatters Japan's hopes of soccer bronze with 3-1 thrashing

Mexico dominated Japan in the men's soccer bronze-medal game on Friday night, ending the host nation's hope of a first Olympic medal in 53 years with a 3-1 win at Saitama Stadium.
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JAPAN
Aug 6, 2021

'We're expendable': Japan's nurses speak from COVID-19's front line

Each has a different story to tell, but it is common to hear distressing stories that collectively demonstrated how the pandemic has upended virtually every aspect of their lives.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 5, 2021

Explosive COVID-19 surge rekindles debate over lockdowns in Japan

The idea of harsher restrictions and penalties has become a political football, with conservatives arguing constitutional revision is needed to enhance the government's powers.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Aug 5, 2021

Samurai Japan edges South Korea to punch ticket for gold medal game

Yamada hit a tiebreaking three-run double as Japan moved to within one win of its first Olympic gold medal in baseball.
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BUSINESS
Aug 4, 2021

Japan’s post-Olympics stock bounce depends on controlling COVID-19

The Nikkei usually rises when Japan hauls in gold medals, but all bets are off during the pandemic.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Aug 3, 2021

Resilient Japan loses in extra time to Spain, missing chance at historic final

A late goal by Real Madrid star Marco Asensio set up a Friday meeting between Hajime Moriyasu's side and Mexico with the bronze medal at stake.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Aug 3, 2021

Healthy Kodai Senga gives Samurai Japan a major — and unexpected — weapon at Olympics

While Senga's return to Samurai Japan didn't have the same fanfare that greeted starter Masahiro Tanaka on Monday, it was no less impactful.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Aug 1, 2021

For Samurai Japan, young pitchers leading the way at Tokyo Olympics

Masato Morishita — along with other young hurlers — may not have much experience in top-level international baseball, but he's already made an impression.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 31, 2021

Samurai Japan cruises past Mexico at Tokyo Games

Japan improved to 2-0 at the Tokyo Games. This win, however, was much less stressful than the last.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 28, 2021

Samurai Japan squeaks out walk-off win over Dominican Republic in Olympic baseball opener

The first game of any tournament is always tough, especially on one of the biggest stages in sports, and that was certainly the case for Samurai Japan on Wednesday.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 26, 2021

Uneven start for rollout of Japan’s vaccine passports

Local governments are taking different approaches to the document, meaning some people can get theirs on the spot while others have to wait at least a week.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 25, 2021

Japan takes Group A lead after downing Mexico with early burst

Early goals by Takefusa Kubo and Ritsu Doan left the 2012 London champions struggling to fight back and put Japan in a strong position to advance to the knockout round.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 25, 2021

Day 2 recap: From skateboarding to judo, Japan brings home the gold

Japanese judoka Uta and Hifumi Abe became the first siblings to win gold medals on the same day, while Yuto Horigome bagged skateboarding's first gold.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 23, 2021

As the Games begin, how is Japan dealing with COVID-19?

Although Japan is catching up to Western nations in the vaccine rollout, the more contagious delta variant and increased foot traffic is being blamed for driving up the number of new cases.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 22, 2021

Takefusa Kubo lifts Japan in Tokyo Olympic opener

Kubo scores late to give Japan a win over South Africa
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 21, 2021

Japan's vaccine passport to initially be valid in five countries

The government reportedly plans to expand the number of countries to around 30 and is currently negotiating with several nations.

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