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Japan Times
JAPAN
May 12, 2020
Coronavirus clips wings of Akita's famed Hinai chicken breeders
The falling sales of the Akita specialty is a reflection of fewer consumers dining out since a nationwide state of emergency was declared last month.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Science & Health
May 11, 2020
New virus cases climb in Indonesia as Jokowi laments slow testing
The death toll from the coronavirus outbreak in Indonesia neared 1,000 as more cases were confirmed across the archipelago, with President Joko Widodo expressing disappointment over the slow progress in ramping up testing to detect the disease.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 11, 2020
New coronavirus infections total 15 in Tokyo, marking sixth straight day under 50
Monday's figure, which also marks a ninth consecutive day under 100, brings the total confirmed cases of COVID-19 infection in the capital to 4,883.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
May 11, 2020
Remembering Yukio Okamoto
Japan has lost a true patriot who always did his best for his nation.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
May 11, 2020
The future of work is here: Why the COVID-19 crisis calls for a fundamental reset of labor markets
This is the window of opportunity to invest in our most precious asset: our human capital.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
May 11, 2020
The 'Wild West' of COVID-19 antibody tests needs a sheriff
“Buyer beware” isn't enough when it comes to antibody tests, where small errors can have huge consequences.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
May 11, 2020
A little predictability could go a long way for working moms
Knowing what's ahead can ease the parenting-while-working juggle.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 11, 2020
Japan shouldn't rush decision on academic year, scholars caution
Recent opinion polls by the media show the public is rather skewed toward supporting a September start for the academic year.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
May 11, 2020
NPB, J. League remain in holding pattern after latest task force meeting
A medical panel advised the two circuits to continue to wait before setting firm dates to resume play.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 11, 2020
Defending virus handling, Abe signals willingness to compile second extra budget
Under pressure from opposition party lawmakers, the prime minister is forced to defend his administration's response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
May 11, 2020
77% of Japan firms in China resume normal sales activities, survey finds
More than three-quarters of Japanese companies operating in China have resumed regular sales activities amid the lingering impact of the novel coronavirus outbreak, an NNA survey found.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 11, 2020
More cancer patients in Japan fear treatment makes them vulnerable to coronavirus
The recent death of an actress has highlighted the risk of treatment weakening the immune system against infection.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
May 11, 2020
Outbreak on North Korea border raises doubts over its coronavirus toll
Chinese authorities banned all nonessential transportation in the city of Shulan in the northeastern province of Jilin, while residential compounds and villages were closed.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
May 11, 2020
In post-lockdown era, car usage could rebound as people avoid public transport
As lockdowns ease and parts of the world reopen for business, driving has emerged as the socially distant transportation mode of choice.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 11, 2020
Tokyo starts distributing cash to businesses shuttered due to virus
Subsidies for businesses and nonprofit organizations are worth u00a5500,000 for single-shop owners, and u00a51 million for operators of multiple sites.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
May 11, 2020
British Grand Prix could go ahead despite quarantine restrictions
Formula One is working to put on a British Grand Prix in July even if the country imposes quarantine measures on visitors during the COVID-19 crisis, F1 sources said on Sunday.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / How-tos
May 11, 2020
How the coronavirus widens a cultural divide
If you'd like your Japanese colleagues to come around to your way of thinking, you'll need to convince them in a way that's common in the culture.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
May 11, 2020
In virus-hit Japan, cabs deliver ¥32,000 steaks and boxes occupy plane seats
Transportation companies get creative in expanding delivery options to generate revenue as virus negatively impacts bottom lines.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
May 11, 2020
‘Hidden’ defaults set to soar as recession squeezes firms worldwide
The COVID-19 outbreak and unprecedented lockdowns prompted the International Monetary Fund to predict that the recession would be the steepest in almost a century.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics / FOCUS
May 11, 2020
EU officials ask if they have the wrong person running the show
National governments are reasserting their power and the coronavirus is exposing the EU's old fault lines with a new ferocity.
Trump says Taiwan should pay for defense, sending TSMC stock down
Shares in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., the world's largest contract chipmaker and a major Apple and Nvidia supplier, closed 2.4% lower on Wednesday.
'Super spicy' potato chips land Japan students in hospital
High school students were taken to hospital in Tokyo on Tuesday after eating "super spicy" potato chips.
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.
Japan keeps up yen warnings as two-day intervention suspected
An electronic screen displays a graph showing yen exchange rates surging against the U.S. dollar amid an alert to the possibility of intervention in Tokyo on Friday.
Hyogo governor stands firm on not resigning despite official's death
Hyogo Gov. Motohiko Saito speaks to reporters on Tuesday.
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'
By Tomoko Otake

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