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May 3, 2021

Toward the Realization of Zero Emissions in 2050

The Japan Times ESG Promotion Consortium (Representative: Minako Suematsu, Chairman and President of The Japan Times Co., Ltd.) will hold an "ESG Symposium" on May 13, 2021 with the theme "Toward the Realization of Zero Emissions in 2050”.
Japan Times
May 3, 2021

Toward the Realization of Zero Emissions in 2050

The Japan Times ESG Promotion Consortium (Representative: Minako Suematsu, Chairman and President of The Japan Times Co., Ltd.) will hold an “ESG Symposium” on May 13, 2021 with the theme “Toward the Realization of Zero Emissions in 2050”.
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BUSINESS
Apr 30, 2021

Hit by restaurant closures, Japan's beer-makers double down on canned beer

With the state of emergency dealing a further blow to on-site sales, tapping into the growing market of home drinkers and health-conscious consumers has become essential.
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BUSINESS / FOCUS
Apr 29, 2021

Pandemic boost for global car sales to spark surge in oil demand

The car renaissance could be the latest example of how COVID-19 will leave a lasting impact on our lives.
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COMMUNITY / Issues / THE FOREIGN ELEMENT
Apr 24, 2021

My summer vacation abroad: Family, friends and a vaccination

The idea of travel and reuniting with loved ones may be all the more tempting if you can get a COVID-19 vaccination while you're back in your home country.
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Special Supplements / Water Industry Special
Apr 24, 2021

Partnerships help address global water challenges

It is not easy to grasp the big picture of water issues, which range from public health and environmental problems to socioeconomic challenges and technological solutions.
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CULTURE / Film
Apr 18, 2021

R rating for 'Demon Slayer' in U.S. highlights difference in attitudes

While Japan's highest-grossing film is accessible to all in its home country, younger viewers in the United States must be accompanied by their parents.
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BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball / The week in NPB
Apr 12, 2021

Tigers hit ground running as Teruaki Sato continues to excite

Let’s all stand back for a minute and marvel at Teruaki Sato.
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LIFE / Style & Design / ON: FASHION
Apr 11, 2021

Pop culture paraphernalia is where fashion is at — if you can afford it

After many stores shut their doors last month, there's now a pop culture-tinged positivity imbuing Japan's fashion scene.
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BUSINESS / Companies
Apr 5, 2021

Japanese luxury resort operator Hoshino eyes U.S. hot spring potential

The 107-year-old company famed for retreats in beautiful locales aims to open its first location on the U.S. mainland in the next three to five years.
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LIFE / Digital / ON: GAMES
Apr 4, 2021

A eulogy for the PlayStation Vita, Sony’s last portable console

By announcing the end of the PS Vita's warranty extension, Sony is signaling that the PS Vita's era is fading to black.
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BUSINESS / Companies
Mar 31, 2021

Nomura CEO Kentaro Okuda’s honeymoon ends with $2 billion Archegos losses

The $2 billion claim on a single client risks largely erasing Nomura's pretax profits for the second half of the year, according to a Jefferies Financial Group report.
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BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball / The week in NPB
Mar 29, 2021

NPB returns with flourish as reminders of virus linger

Following an offseason that was shorter than usual, pro baseball returned to Japan over the weekend.
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BUSINESS / Economy / FOCUS
Mar 29, 2021

Japan’s ¥106 trillion record budget could just be the start in election year

Some ruling party lawmakers are calling for more stimulus along the lines of the massive aid package adopted this month in the United States.
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BUSINESS
Mar 24, 2021

Chip shortage makes repair of Renesas factory in Japan a national effort

The auto sector and chip manufacturing are among top export categories for the world's third-largest economy.
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JAPAN / Media / BIG IN JAPAN
Mar 13, 2021

Understanding why Japan's prime ministers tend to avoid staying in the official residency

The four-story structure has a somewhat dark history, with former Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi reportedly arranging for a Shinto priest to come to the residence and perform an exorcism.
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CULTURE / Music
Mar 11, 2021

How TikTok resurrected a Japanese pop star's defining hit

Miki Matsubara's 1979 hit song 'Mayonaka no Door: Stay With Me' has been discovered by a new generation of digitally savvy teens. The Japanese music industry has taken notice.
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Special Supplements / Bosai Special
Mar 11, 2021

Support for tragedy seen in generosity, dedication to charitable efforts

Irene Hirano Inouye dedicated her life to major philanthropic and social causes in America, but perhaps her greatest legacy is her role in strengthening the U.S.-Japan relationship, including support for Tohoku’s recovery and an initiative created to benefit young people in the aftermath of the earthquake....
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CULTURE / Music
Mar 4, 2021

Taiko artist Eitetsu Hayashi to mark 50th anniversary with a universal beat

Eitetsu Hayashi, who is marking 50 years as a drummer this year, will perform two concerts to offer solace to those affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake and the COVID-19 pandemic.
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JAPAN
Feb 28, 2021

Pandemic puts pressure on Japan to open up rice stockpile to charities

As job losses have surged due to the impact of the spread of the novel coronavirus, demand for food handouts has skyrocketed in Japan.
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COMMENTARY / World / Geoeconomic Briefing
Feb 25, 2021

How to deal with China’s economic statecraft

Joint military drills and cooperation on energy are the first steps for Japan to enhance its ties with the U.S. and Australia to help counter Beijing.
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JAPAN / Politics
Feb 25, 2021

Only a crisis will make room for women at top of LDP, ex-minister says

While women have expressed interest in the LDP leadership, they have never marshaled the factional backing that is critical to success.

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