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Japan Times
LIFE / Travel
Jun 6, 2020

Photo essay: Kyoto without tourists

It is rare to see Kyoto's most popular tourist spots with so few people, but due to COVID-19, the number of visitors to Japan, and to Kyoto, has plunged to record low levels, leaving many of sightseeing destinations deserted.
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JAPAN / Media / MEDIA MIX
Jun 6, 2020

Understanding the reach of a Japanese political dynasty

Could Daigo's uncharacteristically serious tone in recent times indicate that he is finally thinking of a career in politics?
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink
Jun 6, 2020

One courier’s take on making Uber Eats deliveries during a pandemic

One Uber Eats courier in Japan reveals why he took up delivery and what he worries about while on the job.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jun 6, 2020

How a union and the Supreme Court shield Minneapolis police

After years of enjoying the protection of a powerful union, could the death of George Floyd open police officers in Minneapolis up to greater scrutiny?
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / FOREIGN AGENDA
Jun 5, 2020

Comedian B.J. Fox: The joke I regret making on 'Terrace House'

The recent passing of 'Terrace House' star Hana Kimura has focused Japan's attention on the topic of cyberbullying.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 5, 2020

As George Floyd marches loom, do's and don'ts for protesting in Japan

Compared with many parts of the world, Japanese protest rallies are quite orderly and peaceful.
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BUSINESS
Jun 5, 2020

Pompeo warns U.S. investors against fraud at China companies

U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Thursday warned American investors against fraudulent accounting practices at China-based companies and said the Nasdaq's recent decision to tighten listing rules for such players should be "a model" for all other exchanges around the world.
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ASIA PACIFIC / ANALYSIS
Jun 5, 2020

India’s China standoff shows risks of getting too close to Trump

Indian and Chinese forces are facing off by a glacial lake in the Himalayas that traverses their fluid frontier. The standoff at 14,000 feet (4,270 meters) is the most visible theater of conflict between the world’s two most populous nations, but it’s far from the only source of friction.
Japan Times
EDITORIALS
Jun 4, 2020

An uphill battle to reverse the falling birthrate

More effective measures needed to resolve Japan's 'national crisis'
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 4, 2020

Cheap holidays target locals across tourism-reliant Southeast Asia

With cash flow drying up at Thailand’s popular beach resort of Phuket, hotels are racing to restart tourism — starting with local travelers.
Japan Times
JAPAN / EXPLAINER
Jun 4, 2020

Japan's smart cities: Technological dreams or 'Big Brother' nightmares?

Late last month, the Diet passed a revised bill paving the way for so-called “super cities” or “smart cities.” Supporters tout them as high-tech marvels where artificial intelligence and big data are to be used to provide more efficient and cost-effective solutions to social problems, especially...
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CULTURE / Music
Jun 4, 2020

Okamoto's: Rock, rap and the road less traveled

The four-piece band marks 10 years of bucking expectations and musical risk-taking.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 3, 2020

Using their noodle: Cup ramen-maker Nissin seizes on pandemic momentum with new products

Social distancing measures have created new habits that will outlast the outbreak, according to the company's chief executive officer.
WORLD
Jun 2, 2020

U.K. warns China: Do not destroy the jewel of Hong Kong

The United Kingdom warned Beijing on Tuesday to step back from the brink over an "authoritarian" national security law in Hong Kong that it said risked destroying one of the jewels of Asia's economy while ruining the reputation of China.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jun 2, 2020

China steps up its offensive against the Senkaku Islands

The China Coast Guard's pursuit of a Japanese fishing boat in Japan's territorial waters is a sign of things to come.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jun 2, 2020

China's border invasion will push India toward the U.S.

India's long history of nonalignment is giving way to the threat of a shared enemy.
Japan Times
Rugby
Jun 2, 2020

Sunwolves bosses express pride, regret at end of Super Rugby tenure

Sunwolves CEO Yuji Watase and head coach Naoya Okubo emphasized the contributions that the team made during its five years in the Southern Hemisphere competition.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 1, 2020

School bee winners honored

The Japan Times has been sending the best speller of Japan’s English spelling contest to the United States to compete in the U.S. national finals every year since 2010.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jun 1, 2020

South Korea unveils $62 billion ‘New Deal’ to reshape post-virus economy

The South Korean government unveiled a 76 trillion won ($62 billion) "New Deal" spending plan to reshape the economy in the aftermath of the pandemic after slashing its growth forecast for the year.
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BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 1, 2020

'We thought too big,' Renault says as it axes 15,000 jobs

Faced with a slump in demand, the French carmaker detailed plans on Friday to find u20ac2 billion in savings over the next three years.
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MORE SPORTS
Jun 1, 2020

EA Sports postpones first look at Madden NFL 21 in response to protests

EA Sports postponed Monday's planned first look at the Madden NFL 21 video game in response to the unrest over the death of George Floyd.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Jun 1, 2020

E-ticketing platform Zaiko's livestream success sees unwelcome imitators

The ticketing company pivoted to livestreaming events when the coronavirus struck, a move that may change how we experience music in Japan.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / The Big Questions
May 31, 2020

Move to Japan proves opportune for law partner

When Michael Mroczek decided to become a lawyer, he felt he was closing the door on a childhood dream — a path leading to Japan, which he had been enamored of ever since he came across a book about Hiroshima in his father's collection.
Japan Times
WORLD
May 31, 2020

With fact checks, Twitter takes on a new kind of task

Social media platforms have been under fierce scrutiny over how they police rapidly spreading false information and other types of abusive content.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
May 31, 2020

China’s security law sends Hong Kong residents dashing for exit

For many in Hong Kong who've long feared an erosion of their freedoms under Chinese rule, last week marked a tipping point.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
May 30, 2020

Texas is showing the world how to reopen cautiously

A month into the reopening of one of America's biggest economic engines, Texas looks like it's going to take longer than we thought.

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