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EDITORIALS
Jan 23, 2018

A brief but still worrisome U.S. shutdown

There are two lessons from the U.S. government shutdown: Trump is a weak and unreliable negotiator, and the Democrats can no longer be counted on to act responsibly.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jan 23, 2018

Japanese companies expect strong run of economic growth but are more wary than market estimates

Nearly three-quarters of companies expect the economy to keep expanding at least another year, extending an already strong run, although they were not as bullish as market estimates, according to a Reuters poll.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / DAVOS SPECIAL 2018
Jan 23, 2018

Showcasing fine cuisine and culture

Offering a welcome respite from the four-day 2018 World Economic Forum meeting, the annual Japan Night reception presents participants with the finest in Japanese cuisine and traditional artistic performances.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 22, 2018

Abe pledges more robust defense strategy for Japan in annual policy speech to lawmakers

Abe talked tough on defense while easing off from his usual praise for South Korea following the recent flap over the 2015 “comfort women” agreement.
Japan Times
PRESS / Publications
Jan 22, 2018

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BUSINESS
Jan 22, 2018

To show contribution to EU community, Facebook to open digital training hubs in Europe

Facebook said on Monday it will open three new centers in Europe to train people in digital skills and committed to training 1 million people over the next two years, part of the social media giant's drive to show its contribution to the bloc.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jan 22, 2018

N.Y. governor vows to tap state funds to reopen Statue of Liberty as shutdown enters Day 2

As the federal government shutdown entered its second day on Sunday, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo vowed to use state money to reopen the Statue of Liberty before Washington restores funding to operate the popular tourist destination.
EDITORIALS
Jan 21, 2018

Controlling wireless devices

Research shows that technology — and the cellphone in particular — has an increasingly powerful pull and exhibits increasingly worrisome effects on human behavior.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jan 21, 2018

First day of U.S. government shutdown ends in standoff amid speculation of prolonged battle

U.S. President Donald Trump and Republican lawmakers were locked in a standoff with Democrats on Saturday over the U.S. government shutdown, with Republicans saying they would not negotiate on immigration until the government is reopened.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Media / MEDIA MIX
Jan 20, 2018

Debate grows over paying compensation to Olympic 'volunteers'

A  constant concern about the upcoming 2020 Tokyo Olympics is its cost. Projected operating expenses for the games as of the end of last year was ¥1.35 trillion based on calculations made last May. Although the figure is smaller than it once was, the International Olympic Committee says it is still...
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 19, 2018

Japan drafts river-based evacuation plan to ensure foreign access to Haneda airport after major quake

To address safety concerns amid an ambitious tourism campaign, the land ministry plans to use boats to get visitors to Haneda airport if a major quake cripples Tokyo's transport system.
BUSINESS
Jan 18, 2018

BOJ Gov. Haruhiko Kuroda's chances good for second term, LDP official says

Haruhiko Kuroda has a "good chance" to be re-appointed for a second term as Bank of Japan's governor, according to a senior official of Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's ruling party.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Jan 18, 2018

Clubs get back to business after All-Star Game

After the exciting national spotlight of the second annual B. League All-Star Game, it's back to business for the 36 teams that comprise the first and second divisions.
EDITORIALS
Jan 17, 2018

Revamping the nation's basic energy plan

The government's basic energy plan, established in 2014, should be subject to a major overhaul.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jan 16, 2018

Japan's strategy in the Trump era

How might Tokyo deal with a tilt toward isolationism in the U.S.?
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jan 16, 2018

For euro reforms, growth is the enemy

The harsh truth is that institution-building in Europe tends to occur when the continent is in crisis.
Japan Times
Figure Skating / ICE TIME
Jan 16, 2018

Time for a Japan Figure Skating Hall of Fame

I was hit by a thunderbolt last week.
Japan Times
BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball
Jan 15, 2018

Hideki Matsui elected to Japanese Baseball Hall of Fame

Hideki Matsui already has three Central League MVPs, a World Series MVP and a People's Honor Award, and he has played for the most storied teams in both Japan and the United States.
Bluesky is booming in Japan — mainly for reasons other than U.S. politics
According to Similarweb, average monthly user numbers for Bluesky on Android in Japan quintupled in the 12 months to October.
Trump pledges 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, and more levies on China
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump attends a viewing of the launch of the sixth test flight of the SpaceX Starship rocket, in Brownsville, Texas, on Nov. 19. Trump on Monday threatened to slap China, Mexico and Canada with hefty tariffs upon his return to the White House.
AI boom makes 139-year-old cable maker Japan’s hottest stock
Fujikura's headquarters in Tokyo's Koto Ward. The company's share price has surged by more than 400% this year.
Japan’s sauna movement: Relax, refresh, repeat
Totopa in Tokyo’s Shinjuku Ward was picked by consultants TTNE as the best sauna of the year.
Funeral held for Princess Yuriko at Tokyo cemetery
Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko, followed by Princess Aiko and Princess Kako, prepare to attend a funeral service for Princess Yuriko at Toshimagaoka Cemetery in Tokyo on Tuesday.
Bluesky is booming in Japan — mainly for reasons other than U.S. politics
According to Similarweb, average monthly user numbers for Bluesky on Android in Japan quintupled in the 12 months to October.
How Japan can exit the fossil fuel subsidies it can’t seem to quit
A man walks past a gasoline station in Tokyo on Thursday.
Are you leaving your loved ones digital legacies or headaches?
The National Consumer Affairs Center reports a growing number of consultations regarding "digital legacies" — data and online services left behind when people die.
Rayssa Leal and Chloe Covell on Japan’s teen skaters: We are friends, not rivals
Brazil’s Rayssa Leal celebrates after winning the women's Street League Skateboarding competition on Saturday in Tokyo.
An iconic 32-foot doughnut might give Randy’s an edge in Japan
Randy's Donuts in Inglewood, California. Replicas of the giant doughnut sculpture will be installed, where possible, at shops in Japan.

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Totopa in Tokyo’s Shinjuku Ward was picked by consultants TTNE as the best sauna of the year.
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