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COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Jul 19, 2017

Views from Osaka: How worried are you about the possibility of attack by North Korea?

People in Kansai's commercial capital were asked if they feel concerned about the prospect of missile attacks by North Korea on Japan — and whether there are more important worries in their lives right now.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Jul 12, 2017

Views from Tokyo: What are your thoughts on terrorism in Japan and back home?

Foreign nationals in Shibuya give their general thoughts on terrorism, whether conspiracy legislation is necessary to fight it, and how safe they feel in their home and host countries.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / How-tos / LIFELINES
Jul 9, 2017

Thank you, Jean Pearce, for helping us get things done in Japan

If the U.S. had Ann Landers and Dear Abby, and Britain had Marge Proops, then Japan had Jean Pearce — someone who transcended the title of 'columnist' and became a media icon for generations of readers.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Society
Jul 2, 2017

Survey: What's been your experience of trying to rent an apartment in Japan?

We asked foreign residents to tell us about the hurdles they faced when trying to rent an apartment in Japan. The following is a selection of their responses.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 2, 2017

Canadians celebrate meaning of nation on rainy 150th birthday

Canada's long-anticipated 150th birthday celebrations Saturday were marked by heavy rain and some protests, though the downpour failed to dampen spirits of revelers who thronged in large numbers to enjoy musical performances and parades.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Media / BIG IN JAPAN
Jul 1, 2017

Keep your eyes and ears open, and hands inside your pockets

It's a fake world. Alternatively: All the world's a stage.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Jun 28, 2017

Views from Nagoya: What's the worst decision you've ever made?

People in the greater Nagoya area recount things they wish they hadn't — or had — done.
Japan Times
PRESS / Corporate Trends
Jun 20, 2017

Notice of Change in Shareholder and Board Members

Nifco Inc., (Representative Director: Toshiyuki Yamamoto, Headquarters: Yokosuka-shi, Kanagawa, the parent company of The Japan Times Ltd.,) today completed the transfer of 100% shares of The Japan Times, Ltd. to News2u Holdings, Inc. (Representative Director: Minako Kambara Suematsu, Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku,...
Jun 20, 2017

Notice of Closing of Acquisition of The Japan Times, Ltd.

We hereby announce that News2u Holdings, Inc (CEO & Representative Director: Minako Kambara Suematsu; headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo)completed the acquisition of all outstanding shares of The Japan Times, Ltd. (President & Representative Director: Takeharu Tsutsumi; headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo),...
Japan Times
PRESS / Corporate Trends
Jun 20, 2017

株主および役員変更に関するお知らせ

このたび当社の株主である株式会社ニフコ(代表取締役社長兼会長:山本利行、本社:神奈川県横須賀市、当社の全株式を保有)が、その保有する株式のすべてを株式会社ニューズ・ツー・ユーホールディングス(代表取締役社長:末松(神原)弥奈子、本社:東京都千代田区)へ譲渡いたしましたことをお知らせします。...
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jun 15, 2017

Education ministry says Kake papers exist after follow-up probe, dealing a blow to Abe's Cabinet

Education minister Hirokazu Matsuno said Thursday that the ministry has found digital copies of 14 of 19 documents related to the Kake Gakuen scandal, including those suggesting the Cabinet Office pressured the ministry to approve a university project citing "the intent" of Prime Minister Shinzo Abe....
Jun 12, 2017

Notice of Entering into a Basic Agreement to Acquire Shares in The Japan Times, Ltd.

We hereby announce that News2u Holdings, Inc (CEO & Representative Director: Minako Kambara Suematsu; headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, “News2uHD”) and Nifco, Inc. (CEO, Chairman & Representative Director: Toshiyuki Yamamoto; headquarters: Yokosuka-shi, Kanagawa, “Nifco”) entered into a Basic...
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Jun 7, 2017

Views from Fukuoka: Who would you vote for in the U.K. election and how might recent terrorist attacks affect the result?

U.K. citizen residents of Japan offer their thoughts on the British general election in the wake of terrorist attacks on London and Manchester.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / FOREIGN AGENDA
Jun 7, 2017

Found in translation: At a Japanese hospital, life-saving cancer care and top-class staff

A foreign patient finds much to praise after her stint at a hospital in Japan, despite the language and cultural hiccups.
Japan Times
LIFE / Language / BILINGUAL
May 29, 2017

Things you need to know about 'mono'

The Japanese word for 'thing' has some quite surprising qualities.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Film
May 18, 2017

Japan's filmmakers expand their idea of overseas opportunity

The Japanese film industry has long been insular, making films by and for Japanese with little input from, or concern for, the outside world.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
May 3, 2017

Views from Tokyo: Which candidate would you vote for in the French election and why?

As France prepares to go to the polls again, French nationals in Kagurazaka and Asakusa were asked who they were rooting for.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Apr 20, 2017

Biological super weapons could define the next era

Evolving technologies and genetic engineering may open the door to new dangers.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 31, 2017

Japan's foreign residents offer up insights in unprecedented survey on discrimination

Bigoted comments and business policies appear at the top of the list as Japan releases its first nationwide survey on discrimination.
Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 24, 2017

London attacker Khalid Masood was a criminal with militant links

Before he killed at least four people in Britain's deadliest attack since the 2005 London bombings, Khalid Masood was considered by intelligence officers to be a criminal who posed little serious threat.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Mar 22, 2017

Views from Osaka: Would you agree that Japanese society is built upon politeness and hospitality?

Robert Kodama asked passers-by in Japan's mercantile capital about two traits often mentioned in the same breath as 'Japanese people.'
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Mar 16, 2017

Ryukyu's Terry reflects on memories of UNC's 2005 championship squad

Ryukyu Golden Kings forward Reyshawn Terry is part of a special fraternity.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Media / BIG IN JAPAN
Mar 4, 2017

Japan's magazines get misty-eyed over Showa Era brothels

Commencing with the death of Emperor Taisho on Christmas Day, 1926, the Showa Era ran for 62 years and two weeks, ending with the death of Emperor Hirohito (posthumously referred to as Emperor Showa) at the age of 87 on Jan. 7, 1989.
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design / ON: DESIGN
Mar 4, 2017

Welcome to the design fold

This month celebrates the art of folding with a selection of products that can be transformed by just a few bends, creases and tucks.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Mar 4, 2017

Kagoshima team in cash crisis

The Kagoshima Rebnise have been behind schedule on salary payments to players and team staff for the entire season, The Japan Times has learned.

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