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COVID 19 IN JAPAN

Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jan 7, 2021
Masks no obstacle for new facial recognition system from Japan's NEC
The firm had been working on a system to meet the needs of allergy sufferers who wear masks when the COVID-19 pandemic prompted it to accelerate development.
COMMENTARY / Japan / Geoeconomic Briefing
Jan 7, 2021
How Japan can become a data powerhouse
The country's new digital agency must take a lead in forming Japan's data infrastructure and global data rule-making, while benefiting the people.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 7, 2021
Kitchen equipment piles up as pandemic shutters Japan's restaurants
With businesses closing, recycling shops are buying up equipment to repair, clean and resell.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 7, 2021
Cheerleaders lift Tokyo's spirits as coronavirus cases surge
'We want to deliver a smile to cheer people up,' said the head cheerleader. 'We're doing this hoping that people can feel even a little bit better.'
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 6, 2021
Experts fear new state of emergency measures may not halt virus
Although infections within residences continue to account for the largest portion of traceable new cases in Tokyo, the looming state of emergency will largely target food establishments.
MORE SPORTS
Jan 6, 2021
Hakone ekiden's stubborn crowds cause for Olympic concern
The 2021 Tokyo-Hakone Round-Trip College Ekiden Race concluded as a last-mile thriller between the eventual winner Komazawa University and runner-up Soka University.
JAPAN / Explainer
Jan 6, 2021
Legal revisions would add weight to Japan's COVID-19 response
Levying fines on businesses if they don't shut down or reduce their hours of operation runs the risk of a political backlash against the government.
JAPAN / ANALYSIS
Jan 5, 2021
Imminent second state of emergency for Tokyo area could lack teeth
Nearly all efforts by Japan's central government to curb the spread of the virus in the nation depend on the voluntary compliance of its people.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 4, 2021
Stuck in Japan amid pandemic, trio of South American artists find fame and sisterhood
Teresa Currea, Clara Campos and Oriana Marin have fostered lifelong friendships and even become local celebrities.
SOCCER / J. League
Jan 3, 2021
The pandemic season: How Japanese soccer survived the coronavirus
In an extensive interview with The Japan Times, J. League chairman Mitsuru looked back on how the league has navigated the turbulent 2020 campaign.
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Jan 3, 2021
Can Suga lead beyond September or is he destined to be a short-term PM?
Entering a high-stakes election year, the prime minister will be faced with a series of uphill battles over the global health crisis, his policies — and his own political fate.
Japan Times
LIFE / Lifestyle
Jan 3, 2021
Coming of age in Japan during COVID-19
This year's new adults are on the precipice of missing out on their seijinshiki, a time-honored tradition noted for its formality and formalwear.

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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