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Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / Commentary
Dec 5, 2019

LDP statesman Yasuhiro Nakasone helped shape postwar Japan from the top down

Former Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone, who died at 101 on Nov. 29, will undoubtedly be remembered as a giant in Japan's political history.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Entertainment news
Dec 5, 2019

Daniel Craig's license as James Bond expires with 'No Time to Die'

In the latest James Bond movie, "No Time to Die," Daniel Craig dons the famed tuxedo of the iconic British secret agent 007 for his fifth and final time.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Markets
Dec 5, 2019

Renewed hopes of U.S.-China trade deal push Wall Street higher

Wall Street was set to break a three-day losing streak on Wednesday, following a report that the United States and China were moving closer to signing a "phase one" trade deal.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Society
Dec 4, 2019

After 16 years in Japan, Sri Lankan woman still classified as an exchange student

Dakshini Siriwardena never expected that the failure of her father's business in Japan would leave her with no choice but to live here as an exchange student — despite having resided in the country for more than 16 years.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Dec 4, 2019

In bid to mend ties, China's top diplomat visits South Korea after four-year gap

The top diplomat in China's government arrived in Seoul on Wednesday, visiting South Korea for the first time in more than four years as the two countries seek to repair ties that soured over the deployment of U.S. anti-missile systems in South Korea.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Dec 4, 2019

Rising carbon emissions likely put global climate goal out of reach, report says

Although the growth of global carbon emissions is slowing, the persistent rise indicates governments — in particular, China and India — aren't doing enough to stave off the worst consequences of climate change, according to a new report.
BUSINESS / Tech
Dec 3, 2019

Russian apps could pose 'counterintelligence threat,' FBI says

The FBI is treating any mobile app that comes out of Russia as a "potential counterintelligence threat," the U.S.'s top law enforcement agency said in a letter to Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 3, 2019

Syrian airstrikes on Idlib markets kill at least 11, say White Helmets

Syrian government airstrikes on the rebel-held area of Idlib killed at least 11 people and wounded dozens on Monday after hitting two outdoor markets, Syrian civil defense forces said.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Dec 3, 2019

VW accused of deceit in U.K.'s largest class action lawsuit

Volkswagen AG is facing one of the largest-ever U.K. class action lawsuits, with almost 100,000 vehicle owners accusing it of misleading them by installing emissions-cheating software that made it appear their diesel vehicles met environmental standards.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Dec 2, 2019

SoftBank's startup bookkeeping draws scrutiny after WeWork fiasco

In early 2018, the founders of Chinese artificial intelligence startup SenseTime Group Ltd. flew to Tokyo to see billionaire investor Masayoshi Son. As they entered the offices, Chief Executive Officer Xu Li was hoping to persuade the head of SoftBank Group Corp. to invest $200 million in his three-year-old...
Japan Times
LIFE / Digital / ON: GAMES
Dec 2, 2019

Releases to keep the fans happy

The crowdfunded Shenmue III is finally out; Pokemon Sword and Shield top the charts; and Capcom brings its best merch to Shibuya's Parco
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 1, 2019

'Coal Japan' threatens to displace 'Cool Japan' as U.N. climate conference set to kick off in Madrid

A key United Nations climate change conference is due to begin in Madrid but Japan finds itself facing global ire over its reliance on fossil fuels.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink
Nov 30, 2019

Gelinaz! Shuffle 2019: Creativity thrives when chefs stay at home

The Grand Gelinaz! Shuffle 2019: Stay In Tour critiques the relentless travel chefs have come to view as necessary, while still maximizing global culinary exchange and creativity.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Nov 30, 2019

Fujitsu Frontiers running back Samajie Grant thrives on versatility

Seeking a fourth straight X League championship, the Fujitsu Frontiers acquired an exceptional weapon in young American Samajie Grant this year.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Nov 30, 2019

Frontiers rout Finies, advance to Japan X Bowl for seventh consecutive season

Backup quarterback Tsubasa Takagi threw four touchdown passes and running back Samajie Grant rushed for 171 yards on nine carries to lead the defending X League champion Fujitsu Frontiers to a 31-13 victory over the Elecom Kobe Finies on Saturday in the X League playoff semifinals at Fujitsu Stadium...
EDITORIALS
Nov 29, 2019

Democracy wins in Hong Kong, but for how long?

Japan must speak up loudly in behalf of democracy in Hong Kong and make clear that there cannot be business as usual — and certainly no visit to Japan by Xi next year — if there is a resort to force to democracy.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Nov 29, 2019

East Asia's political vulnerability

To avoid Latin America-style political crises, East Asian governments must ensure that their economic policies support equitable growth.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 29, 2019

Salt and inaction blamed for Aomori having the lowest life expectancy in Japan

In a country famous for the longevity of its inhabitants — this year Japan's population of people age 100 or over topped 70,000 for the first time — Aomori Prefecture is an outlier.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Nov 29, 2019

Chinese elite police join Serbian units in first European drills as Beijing's influence spreads to Balkans

Chinese special police took part in their first joint training drills in Europe on Thursday, joining Serbia's elite anti-terrorist unit and local police in an exercise at a Chinese-owned steel mill outside Belgrade.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / The Argument: SDF Dispatch
Nov 28, 2019

Should Japan send the MSDF to the Middle East?

Last month the government decided to send more Maritime Self-Defense Force vessels to the Middle East to protect its shipping interests in the volatile region on its own, instead of joining the U.S.-led coalition for this task.
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.
Suspected arson in Sapporo leaves four injured
Firetrucks outside a building in Sapporo where an explosion left four people injured on Tuesday.
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.
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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