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COVID 19 IN JAPAN

Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 2, 2020
Shonan beaches to be without huts and lifeguards due to virus controls
Popular beaches in the Shonan area near Tokyo are likely to have no beach huts or lifeguards this summer as a number of beach operators have given up on opening amid strict coronavirus control measures.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 2, 2020
Japan's cash balance hits new high as BOJ pumps out money to combat pandemic
The balance of money circulating in Japan's economy reached ¥543 trillion in May, hitting a record high for the second straight month, as the central bank pumped more cash to cushion the blow to businesses and consumers from the coronavirus pandemic.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Science & Health
Jun 2, 2020
Japan approves safer, easier PCR virus test using saliva
The new method is expected to pose less of an infection risk to medical staff.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 2, 2020
Imperial Palace reopens to public after two-month closure
The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace grounds reopened Tuesday to the public after a closure of about two months due to the novel coronavirus.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 2, 2020
Karaoke masks and silent roller coasters coming to Japan in coronavirus era
Singing your heart out at karaoke boxes may never feel the same in Japan in the coronavirus era.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Science & Health
Jun 2, 2020
Pandemic and new app give Osaka city's smokers incentive to kick the habit
Toyonaka in Osaka Prefecture, which launched the program last year, has seen a roughly threefold increase in users since the pandemic began.
Japan Times
LIFE / Language / NEWS IN NIHONGO
Jun 2, 2020
Students and graduates launch multilingual website on COVID-19
A Kyodo article looks at a student initiative to help non-Japanese people in Tokyo understand what is going on with the novel coronavirus here.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 2, 2020
Japan's skies light up with fireworks to brighten nation's mood
Fireworks colored the night skies nationwide on Monday, with the hope that the sight would cheer up Japan amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 1, 2020
Minivehicle sales post sharpest fall as Japan's auto market nearly halves
Sales of new minivehicles posted the sharpest fall in May as Japan's auto market nearly halved amid the coronavirus epidemic, which dampened demand and restricted business at car dealers, data from industry bodies showed Monday.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 1, 2020
Abe Cabinet's approval rating lowest in two years as slow virus aid and scandals bite
A gambling prosecutor whose retirement was postponed, slow coronavirus relief and lack of testing have dragged Abe's approval rate to the lowest in two years.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Jun 1, 2020
After fast-tracking Japanese COVID-19 drug, Russia to roll out 'game changer' next week
Russia will start administering its first approved antiviral drug to treat coronavirus patients next week, its state financial backer told Reuters, a move it described as "a game changer" that should speed a return to normal economic life.
Japan Times
BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball
Jun 1, 2020
Giants and Tigers to clash on NPB's delayed opening day
NPB releases first part of revised schedule for Central and Pacific Leagues.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 1, 2020
School restarts pick up in Japan as coronavirus fears linger
Many schools reopened Monday after being closed for an extended period due to the coronavirus pandemic, taking steps to reduce the risk of infections.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jun 1, 2020
Virus takes toll as major Japanese department stores' sales plummet in May
Major Japanese department store operators said Monday their sales in May dived over 60 percent from year-earlier levels as many of their outlets shut or reduced business hours under a nationwide state of emergency over the novel coronavirus.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 1, 2020
Universal Studios Japan to reopen June 8 after three-month shutdown
Tokyo Disney Resort and USJ have been closed since Feb. 29 to aid in Japan's efforts to slow the spread of the coronavirus.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 1, 2020
Tokyo enters phase two of virus plan, but is governor moving too fast?
Phase two of the three-part plan to progressively lift social distancing measures and voluntary business closures kicked off on Monday.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 1, 2020
Tokyo reports 13 COVID-19 cases Monday as capital further eases measures
The metropolitan government on Monday entered phase two of its three-part plan to progressively lift social distancing measures and voluntary business closures.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 1, 2020
Apple to reopen flagship Tokyo stores as Japan eases virus curbs
All 10 of Apple's stores in Japan will be open by midweek, after the company tentatively resumed sales at two of them a week ago.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 1, 2020
Japan starts coronavirus antibody tests on 10,000 people
The health ministry's check for 'herd immunity' involves 3,000 randomly selected residents 20 or older in each prefecture who agree to be tested.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 1, 2020
Japan may ease ban on entry from Thailand, Vietnam, Australia and N.Z.
Lifting the ban for business visitors is being eyed as a first step and Tokyo is reportedly negotiating conditions with the four nations.
Who needs AI when you have Hatsune Miku?
Over the first six months of 2024, a handful of songs using Vocaloid singer Hatsune Miku’s voice have enjoyed widespread attention, underlining a global interest in the character and the technology she represents.
Yen’s woes seem too big for even a BOJ hike this month to solve
The Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
Japan finds a 'stealth' cure for zombie businesses: Let them fail
A worker at Sakai Seisakusyo prepares to transport metal rods at its factory in Kakamigahara, Gifu Prefecture, on July 8.
Trump makes his grand RNC entrance with a bandaged ear and a VP pick
Former U.S. President Donald Trump during the Republican National Convention (RNC) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on Monday
China’s economic growth comes in worse than expected
Pedestrians in the Wangfujing shopping area in Beijing on July 11, 2024. China's economic growth in the second quarter was lower than forecast, adding pressure on Chinese leaders to lift confidence at the Chinese Communist Party's third plenum this week.
The neurological disorder that 'kills culture'
Akiko Trush says her experience with the neurological disorder dystonia left her feeling like she wanted to chop her own hand off.
How to beat Japan’s summer heat in ways better for the planet
Tenugui towels hang up to dry at a dyeing company in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, on May 8. The durable and versatile tenugui, which many people have in their homes, can be used in many ways to cool one’s body.
After Trump shooting, U.S. presidential race might take a violent turn
United States Secret Service Counter Snipers stand guard on a rooftop during a campaign rally for U.S. President Donald Trump in Avoca, Pennsylvania, in 2020.
No AC this summer? No problem (for me).
Think air conditioning is a requirement for a Tokyo summer? Think again.
She’s paying ¥1 million to help behind the scenes at the Paris Olympics
Mai Tarumi, who previously volunteered at the postponed Tokyo Olympics in 2021, has a travel budget of ¥1 million for her trip to volunteer at the Paris Games.

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Akiko Trush says her experience with the neurological disorder dystonia left her feeling like she wanted to chop her own hand off.
The neurological disorder that 'kills culture'
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