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Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Sep 12, 2022

China's Xi to visit Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan this week

The Chinese leader's trips will be his first abroad since the early days of the coronavirus pandemic.
Japan Times
WORLD
Sep 10, 2022

Charles, in first speech as king, pledges a reign of service to Britain

The king's speech capped a day of mourning across Britain, but it was also a vivid demonstration of continuity in this constitutional monarchy.
Japan Times
WORLD
Sep 9, 2022

Queen Elizabeth mourned globally as a stabilizing force in tumultuous age

Her death prompted an outpouring of condolences from global leaders, many noting that her long reign provided constancy to a world beset by wars, a pandemic and other crises.
Japan Times
WORLD
Sep 9, 2022

Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch, dies at 96

Her reign took Britain from the age of steam to the era of the smartphone, and she oversaw the largely peaceful breakup of an empire that once spanned the globe.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 8, 2022

As Japan's neighbors ramp up offensive capabilities in cyberspace, SDF aims to bolster defense

In its budget proposal for the coming fiscal year, the Defense Ministry is requesting more than u00a575 billion — a twofold rise — to bolster the SDF's cyberdefense.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Sep 7, 2022

Mr. Play-It-Safe prime minister is living dangerously

Fumio Kishida's approval ratings are tanking. The prime minister must be more proactive to ensure his political longevity.
Japan Times
WORLD
Sep 1, 2022

U.N. report accuses China of ‘serious’ rights abuses in Xinjiang

In its response, included with the report's publication, the Chinese government has said that the assessment 'wantonly smears and slanders China.”
Japan Times
JAPAN / History / JAPAN TIMES GONE BY
Sep 1, 2022

Japan Times 1997: Japan shocked by news of Princess Diana's death

Twenty-five years ago, news of Princess Diana's death spread to Japan. Comparisons are drawn to media coverage of the Japanese royal family, and editors explain what made her popular here.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Aug 31, 2022

Arming to disarm: North Korea’s nuclear paradox

Even as its nuclear capacity continues to advance, Pyongyang will keep its anti-nuclear doctrine in place — despite the growing contradiction.
Japan Times
Special Supplements / TICAD 8 Special
Aug 26, 2022

Yokohama: Integral partner in contributing to Africa’s growth

Thanks to plentiful and abundant natural resources and significant population increases, Africa has enjoyed a period of dynamic growth in recent years. Yokohama served as the host city for the three Tokyo International Conferences on African Development in 2008, 2013 and 2019, which were the fourth,...
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Aug 24, 2022

Akane Yamaguchi cruises in badminton worlds opener

The reigning world champion beat Indonesia's Gregoria Mariska Tunjung in front of an appreciative home crowd to kick off her title defense.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Aug 23, 2022

Usain Bolt files for trademarks to protect his victory pose

Bolt's signature pose became internationally known in 2008, as the world's fastest man dominated at that year's Beijing Olympics.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Aug 23, 2022

England's top scorer Ellen White retires on high after Euros triumph

The three-time England womens' player of the year will hang up her boots having scored 52 goals in 113 appearances since her 2010 debut.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Aug 22, 2022

Urawa advances to ACL semifinals; Vissel knocked out in extra time

Ricardo Rodriguez's men eased past Thailand's BG Pathum United to set up an East Zone semifinal showdown with fellow two-time ACL champions Jeonbuk Motors.
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design
Aug 18, 2022

Hanae Mori, trailblazer of Japanese fashion design, dies at 96

The fashion pioneer, known as 'Madame Butterfly' for her signature motif, became the first Japanese person to be listed as an official haute couture designer in Paris in 1977.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Aug 10, 2022

Forget about Brad Pitt in his latest movie; the bullet train is the real star

A new movie finally gives top billing to Japan's most famous train. But it comes during troubled times for the fabled Shinkansen.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Aug 10, 2022

World hammer throw champion to avoid flying after twice losing gear

Poland's Pawel Fajdek recently won his fifth straight world title in Eugene, Oregon, despite his favorite equipment having gone missing on a flight earlier in July.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Aug 10, 2022

Olympic speed skating medalist gets 18-month ban for post-party crash

Kim Min-seok, a three-time Winter Games medalist, crashed his car into a barrier while driving fellow skaters to their dormitory following a birthday party at the national training center.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Aug 7, 2022

Elaine Thompson-Herah, Jacob Kiplimo earn Birmingham golden doubles

Jamaica's Thompson-Herah's raced to a Commonwealth Games record in the women's 200 meters, while Kiplimo dominated the men's 5,000-meter final in Birmingham on Saturday.
Japan Times
LIFE / Digital / ON: GAMES
Aug 6, 2022

Why Nintendo’s support for same-sex marriage is a major level up

The “Big N” has officially chosen a side in the push for marriage equality within Japan.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / NBA
Aug 1, 2022

NBA legend and 11-time champion Bill Russell dies at 88

Russell won 11 NBA titles as a player with the Boston Celtics. He also was the first Black head coach in North American professional sports history.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Jul 31, 2022

Annemiek van Vleuten powers to yellow jersey in women's Tour de France

The 39-year-old, who was sick at the start of the week and almost pulled out of the Tour, now leads by three minutes and nine seconds ahead of Demi Vollering.
Japan Times
LIFE / Digital / Japan Pulse
Jul 30, 2022

Myaku-Myaku's unnerving cuteness wins over netizens

After organizers for the 2025 World Expo in Osaka revealed the name and final globulous form of its mascot, social media users quickly embraced Myaku-Myaku's strangeness in all its glory.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jul 27, 2022

England thrashes Sweden to reach women's Euro 2022 final

After semifinal heartache in the last three major tournaments, the Lionesses roared to the delight of the home crowd of 29,000 at Bramall Lane to set up a clash against Germany or France.
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.
Kotozakura unburdened by weight of history after claiming first title
Kotozakura speaks during a news conference in Fukuoka on Monday
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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