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Japan Times
BUSINESS
May 1, 2018

Countermeasures could cut impact of tax hike on households by ¥2.2 trillion: Bank of Japan

The financial impact on households of a planned October 2019 consumption tax hike could be reduced to ¥2.2 trillion if the government implements countermeasures, including lower tax rates for certain food items, according to the Bank of Japan's recent estimate.
BUSINESS
Apr 30, 2018

T-Mobile, Sprint say merger would help U.S. beat China in 5G race

T-Mobile US Inc. and Sprint Corp. said on Sunday they had agreed to a $26 billion all-stock deal and believed they could win over skeptical regulators because the merger would create thousands of jobs and help the United States beat China to creating a next-generation mobile network.
ASIA PACIFIC
Apr 29, 2018

Australia plans monument to mark anniversary of 1770 landing by British explorer James Cook

The Australian government is planning a new monument to commemorate the April 29 anniversary of the day that British explorer Lt. James Cook made landfall on the continent for the first time in 1770.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / 20 QUESTIONS
Apr 28, 2018

Hawken King: Staying on his game in Tokyo

Designer-programmer and founder of games studio Dadako talks about unlocked achievements and life in Japan.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Apr 28, 2018

Kobe Steel posts first profit in three years despite data fraud scandal

Kobe Steel Ltd., Japan's third-biggest steel-maker, on Friday posted its first annual profit in three years, even after admitting to falsifying quality data, a scandal that affected hundreds of customers and hurt the country's reputation for manufacturing prowess.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Apr 27, 2018

Hoop-playing Monica Okoye aims to one-up brother

Monica Okoye is fine about being labeled as the sister of professional baseball player Rui Okoye — for now.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Apr 27, 2018

Brave Thunders star Nick Fazekas becomes Japanese citizen

Kawasaki Brave Thunders center Nick Fazekas has obtained Japanese citizenship, the B. League team announced on Thursday.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Apr 27, 2018

ESA's ExoMars Rover prepares for 'shake and bake' run ahead of trip to red planet

The European Space Agency's mission to search for life on Mars has reached an important milestone with its six-wheeled surface rover prototype ready for its "shake and bake.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 26, 2018

Pop star Tatsuya Yamaguchi to take 'hard look at himself' as he apologizes for forcibly kissing teen

Teary-eyed and his voice shaking, pop star Tatsuya Yamaguchi apologized Thursday for kissing and engaging in indecent behavior with a high school-aged girl in a career-crushing scandal leading to his indefinite suspension from show business.
Japan Times
LIFE / Travel / HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
Apr 26, 2018

Enjoy stylish Mother's Day celebration packages

The InterContinental Tokyo Bay Hotel is offering a Mother's Day promotion until May 31.
Japan Times
LIFE / EVENTS AND INFORMATION
Apr 26, 2018

Major brands, entertainers to attend Ad Week

Advertising Week Asia 2018 will be held at Tokyo Midtown, in the Roppongi district of Tokyo's Minato Ward, from May 14 to 17. The event will feature prominent speakers, including global business leaders and celebrities, as well as performances by world-renowned artists.
JAPAN
Apr 26, 2018

Osaka governor says casino resort could open by fiscal 2023

Despite a tight construction schedule, political problems in Tokyo and local concerns over funding, Osaka Gov. Ichiro Matsui said the prefecture could have one of Japan's first casino resorts up and running on an island in Osaka Bay nearly two years before it hopes to host the 2025 World Expo at the...
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / How-tos / LIFELINES
Apr 25, 2018

A primer on navigating your ID landscape

A number of changes to Japanese ID registration systems have been implemented in recent years, some of them for everyone in Japan and others pertinent only to foreign nationals. The ins and outs can be a bit confusing, particularly for those who have been used to living under the old systems for many...
Japan Times
Rugby / ADDING THE EXTRAS
Apr 25, 2018

Same old squabbles preventing Japanese rugby from capitalizing on gains of 2015

Rock legend Bruce Springsteen may not be the most obvious person to quote when starting a new column on Japanese rugby.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Apr 25, 2018

Japan women's basketball team steadily gathering speed on road to Tokyo Olympics

Despite the disadvantages in height and size, those involved in Japanese women's basketball believe Japan's women can reach their lofty goals by just executing their brand of basketball.
Japan Times
PRESS / Corporate Trends
Apr 25, 2018

ジャパンタイムズ、JAPAN EVENTING（日本の総合馬術を応援する会）にメディアスポンサーとして参加

株式会社ジャパンタイムズ（本社：東京都港区、代表取締役社長：堤丈晴）は、2018年5月から2019年3月まで、総合馬術の競技会開催や普及・支援活動を行っている Japan Eventing（日本の総合馬術を応援する会) の活動に、メディアスポンサーとして参加いたします。...
BUSINESS / Companies
Apr 24, 2018

Volvo Trucks to share electric battery technology across brands

Volvo Trucks plans to share battery technology across its brands to tame development and production costs for the crucial but expensive component.
EDITORIALS
Apr 23, 2018

ZTE tests China's commitment to international law

China should be worried that its companies disregard not only the law, but their promises to national legal authorities.
Japan Times
JAPAN / EXPLAINER
Apr 23, 2018

Tourists, take note: As drones multiply in Japan, so do rules governing where they can be flown

Make a trip to any major electronics store today and you're bound to find a section selling drones. Once little more than toys for enthusiasts, today's commercially available drones come in all shapes and sizes and are used for all sorts of purposes, with prices ranging from thousands to hundreds of...
EDITORIALS
Apr 22, 2018

Japan and EU aiming to affirm global trade order

The Japan-EU trade deal is a rejection of protectionism, and an affirmation of multilateral trade agreements and the existing trade order.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Society
Apr 21, 2018

LGBTQ voices: Embracing progress

Ahead of Tokyo Rainbow Pride week later this month, we hear from from people in the LGBTQ community about recent moves to raise awareness of sexual minorities in Japan.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Apr 20, 2018

Big expectations for the Tokyo megalopolis

Currently ranked as the world's No. 3 city, Tokyo could top the list if it improves in three key areas.
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.
Sapporo explosion leaves at least four injured
Firetrucks gather around 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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Totopa in Tokyo’s Shinjuku Ward was picked by consultants TTNE as the best sauna of the year.
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