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Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / ANALYSIS
May 9, 2023

China's return to global stage checked by national security focus

Beijing's emphasis on security threatens to turn its re-engagement with the world after years of COVID curbs into a new era of isolation from the West, analysts say.
Japan Times
SOCCER
May 7, 2023

Pragmatic Urawa captures Asia with ironclad defending

The Reds played an effective, stifling brand of defense that left Al Hilal struggling to create chances even as it maintained over 70% possession.
Japan Times
WORLD
May 7, 2023

Russia blames U.S. and Ukraine for attack on pro-Kremlin writer

Russia blamed the U.S. for an attack on a pro-Kremlin writer that killed his assistant and left him wounded.
United KIngdom report 2023
May 5, 2023

Enechange: Yohei Kiguchi harnesses the power of energy for change

It all began with a shaking — literally. The Great East Japan Earthquake of 2011 compelled Yohei Kiguchi to found Enechange Ltd., an energy technology company that promotes efforts to achieve a decarbonized society with digital technology, guided by the noble mission of “creating the future of energy.”...
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
May 4, 2023

Olympic gold medalist and world champion Tori Bowie dies at age 32

Bowie anchored the U.S. team that won gold in the 4x100-meter relay at the 2016 Rio Olympics, where she also earned silver in the 100 and bronze in the 200.
Japan Times
WORLD
May 3, 2023

Syrians in Sudan flee war for second time

More than 66,000 Syrians have ended up in Sudan due to conflict in their homeland, according to U.N. figures, drawn by easy entry requirements.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
May 2, 2023

Japan Airlines' annual net profit returns to black

The carrier said net profit for the year to March was ¥34.4 billion — a turnaround from a net loss of ¥177 billion in the previous financial year.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
May 2, 2023

China's exit bans multiply as political control tightens under Xi

Scores of Chinese and foreign nationals have been ensnared by exit bans, according to a new report by the rights group Safeguard Defenders
JAPAN
May 1, 2023

Toll-free expressways still a long way off in Japan

With expressway costs seen ballooning due to aging infrastructure, the current system of securing funds for debt repayment by toll collection will be extended significantly.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 30, 2023

How a scientific approach to urban greening could cool Japan's concrete jungles

In Tokyo, temperatures have risen by 3 C over the past 100 years, even though global temperatures have risen by only around 1 C. The solution could lie in green infrastructure.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Apr 28, 2023

Sudan conflict threatens supply of key soft drink ingredient

About 70% of the world's supply of gum arabic, for which there are few substitutes, comes from the acacia trees in the Sahel region that runs through Sudan.
Japan Times
CULTURE / TV & Streaming
Apr 28, 2023

A genre of anime known as 'isekai' promises the ultimate do-over. And fans love it.

What if you were able to escape the doldrums of your current life and start fresh? That's the premise offered by a genre of anime that is increasing in popularity.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Apr 26, 2023

IT firm taps power of ChatGPT with tech-led Tokyo bookstore

For Freee, which provides cloud-based applications to manage back-office tasks, opening a bookstore marked an opportunity to experiment with an unconventional business strategy.
COMMENTARY / Japan
Apr 25, 2023

Japan’s political landscape after the unified elections

The ruling LDP and its junior coalition partner saw most of their candidates succeed across the country in Sunday's unified elections. The exception is where Nippon Ishin no Kai surged.
Japan Times
LIFE / Lifestyle
Apr 20, 2023

We're coming out: Tokyo Rainbow Pride is back, back, back, back, back again

After three years of muted celebrations, Tokyo's main LGBTQ party hopes to roar back to life with an in-person, public event.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Apr 19, 2023

For Japan's aging soccer players, 80 is the new 50

After the Tokyo Senior Football Association launched an O-75 division in 2017, an O-80 competition was only a matter of time.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Apr 19, 2023

Russia's men's basketball team banned from Olympic pre-qualification

Russia, which was 12th at the previous FIBA Men's World Cup in 2019, last qualified for the Olympics in 2012.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan / Geoeconomic Briefing
Apr 18, 2023

Ahead of G7 Hiroshima summit, Japan should examine past contributions

Cooperating with NATO and getting the so-called Global South involved in global security is a vital next step.
LIFE / Travel
Apr 17, 2023

Dark skies, bright future: Japan looks to the heavens for tourism appeal

With a number of dark sky locations offering unparalleled stargazing opportunities, communities are hoping to capitalize on the draw of the cosmos.
Japan Times
Figure Skating
Apr 15, 2023

Dominant Team USA wins World Team Trophy as host Japan takes bronze

Surprise package South Korea shone in its debut at the event as captain Cha Jun-hwan led the team to second place.
Apr 12, 2023

Patent granted on anti-progressive effect on chronic kidney diseases of “FK-23” and “LFK” lactic acid bacteria materials

Nichinichi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Iga City, Mie Prefecture; CEO ＆ Representative Director: Masahiko Morishita, hereinafter, “Nichinichi Pharma”) obtained a patent (Japanese Patent No. 7153274) on the “anti-progressive effect on chronic kidney diseases” of the lactic acid bacteria...
Japan Times
SOCCER
Apr 10, 2023

Arsenal rues mistakes after squandering two-goal lead against Liverpool

After surrendering a two-goal advantage against Liverpool and squandering a chance to build on its Premier League lead, Arsenal was lucky to escape Anfield with a 2-2 draw after an exhilarating encounter on Sunday.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Apr 8, 2023

Jill Biden stumbles by inviting NCAA winners (and losers) to White House after Women's Final Four

President Joe Biden said both the men’s and women’s basketball champions would be invited to the White House.
JAPAN
Apr 7, 2023

Search for crew from missing SDF helicopter continues as debris is recovered

The coast guard retrieved 10 pieces of debris, including a lifeboat, but there has been no sign so far of the 10 personnel who were were on board.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Apr 7, 2023

Frank Lampard says returning to Chelsea was 'easy decision'

Asked if the role could become permanent, Lampard said he 'would not get ahead of himself.'
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Apr 6, 2023

A tumultuous Kuroda era reverberated far beyond Japan

Outgoing BOJ Gov. Haruhiko Kuroda's battle against deflationary mindsets was exhausting, but it burnished his reputation as an innovator.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World / Geoeconomic Briefing
Apr 6, 2023

New risks emerge as Xi administration moves ahead toward a dead end

China's leadership is not following existing rules in the global community as it tries to achieve the rejuvenation of its country.
PODCAST / deep dive
Apr 5, 2023

What should you expect when you land a job in Japan?

What is it like to work in Japan? With the number of foreign residents slowly rising, we take a look at what they might be in for when it comes to the country’s corporate culture.
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
Apr 5, 2023

Sumo's declining recruitment shows need for fresh ideas

As Japanese children gravitate toward sumo and rugby, the Japan Sumo Association may need to take a more active role in overseeing the sport's grassroots levels.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Apr 3, 2023

‘On a tightrope’: How Taiwan’s president navigated the U.S. and China

Known for her quiet pragmatism, Tsai Ing-wen has ushered in a new era of American cooperation as worries about Chinese aggression rise.
2720 — the year when Japan is left with just one child
Children at a traditional festival in the city of Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture, on Thursday. A forecast made by Tohoku University professor Hiroshi Yoshida estimates that Japan will be left with just one child on Jan. 5, 2720, based on current birthrate trends.
Toyota invests in Japanese rocket startup as SpaceX races ahead
Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda speaks during the 2025 CES event in Las Vegas on Monday.
Nippon Steel committed to long-shot lawsuit against U.S. government
Nippon Steel CEO Eiji Hashimoto speaks to reporters about its lawsuit against the U.S. government on Tuesday.
Swiping in Japan: How Gen Z is changing the dating app game
Many Japanese dating apps have ways to detail specific interests that can be as narrow as one particular TV show, game or an artist.
Blinken in final Japan visit as Trump's return weighs on Tokyo's mind
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken shakes hands with Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya at the start of their working lunch at a hotel in Tokyo on Tuesday.
Swiping in Japan: How Gen Z is changing the dating app game
Many Japanese dating apps have ways to detail specific interests that can be as narrow as one particular TV show, game or an artist.
Blinken in final Japan visit as Trump's return weighs on Tokyo's mind
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken shakes hands with Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya at the start of their working lunch at a hotel in Tokyo on Tuesday.
2720 — the year when Japan is left with just one child
Children at a traditional festival in the city of Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture, on Thursday. A forecast made by Tohoku University professor Hiroshi Yoshida estimates that Japan will be left with just one child on Jan. 5, 2720, based on current birthrate trends.
‘Fracture’ dissects 100 years of Japanese graphic design
Ian Lynam's "Fracture" is the result of 15 years of research and production and excavates 100 years of Japanese graphic design history from the Meiji (1868-1912) to Showa eras (1926-89).
Taking a page from Ukraine war, SDF carves out growing role for drones
An Air Self-Defense Force airman sets up a drone during a bilateral live fire exercise at Draughon Range, near Misawa Air Base, in Aomori Prefecture in July 2023.

Podcast

One of the many entrances to the Kabukicho neighborhood in Tokyo’s Shinjuku Ward.
Kabukicho: Tokyo’s ‘stadium of desire’

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A man offers prayers at Hebikubo Shrine in Tokyo's Shinagawa Ward. The shrine is one of several across the country dedicated to the snake.
Shed your skin and reinvent yourself in the Year of the Snake
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