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Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jul 22, 2019
John Bolton meets key officials in Tokyo amid U.S. push to build multinational force for policing the Strait of Hormuz
U.S. national security adviser John Bolton met with key diplomatic and security officials in Tokyo on Monday amid Washington's push to build a multinational force to safeguard commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 22, 2019
Tumbling exports from South Korea signal another bad month for global trade
South Korea's exports, a bellwether for global trade, appear set for an eighth straight monthly decline as trade disputes take a toll on global demand.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 22, 2019
Uniqlo operator apologizes for saying South Korea boycott won't last long
Japan's largest clothing maker Fast Retailing Co. issued an apology on its Korean website for remarks that angered Korean customers amid the trade spat between Japan and South Korea.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / Commentary
Jul 22, 2019
In wake of election, a host of foreign policy challenges await Abe
After Sunday's election, the ruling Liberal Democratic Party — along with its coalition partner Komeito — remains firmly in the saddle with a strong majority in both the Upper and Lower Houses of the Diet.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jul 21, 2019
U.S. national security adviser John Bolton leaves for Japan and South Korea, with Gulf coalition high on agenda
U.S. national security adviser John Bolton left for Japan and South Korea on Saturday, with a U.S. plan to form a multinational coalition to safeguard commercial shipping in the Middle East possibly on the agenda.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 20, 2019
North Koreans performed 'forced labor' during joint operations at Kaesong industrial park, defector says
North Koreans were subject to "collective forced labor" at the Kaesong industrial park, a defector who formerly managed funds for the leadership recently said, urging the South to pay wages directly to workers if the two Koreas restart it.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jul 20, 2019
Taro Kono rips Seoul for refusal of wartime labor panel under '65 pact, calls ambassador 'extremely rude'
The foreign minister lambasted the ambassador for rejecting an arbitration panel on wartime labor proposed under the 1965 pact that normalized bilateral ties and settled war compensation issues.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jul 18, 2019
Remembering the role Japan played in the Forgotten War
For Japanese and South Koreans, this anniversary ought to present a reminder that back-and-forth erosion of trust is in neither of their self-interests.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 17, 2019
Tokyo hopes to keep GSOMIA military information-sharing pact with Seoul, Foreign Minister Taro Kono says
In a newspaper interview published in South Korea on Wednesday, Japan's Foreign Minister Taro Kono indicated Tokyo's preference to continue a bilateral accord on sharing military intelligence with Seoul that is set to be renewed next month.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / ANALYSIS
Jul 17, 2019
U.S. needs new bases and new capabilities in Asia to counter China threat, defense chief nominee says
U.S. President Donald Trump's pick to be the next defense chief has said that new military bases are needed "throughout the Indo-Pacific region" while also urging the fielding of "new capabilities" amid the threat to U.S. and allied forces from powerful Chinese missiles.
BUSINESS
Jul 17, 2019
South Korea to unveil plans to ease reliance on Japanese industries
“The government is working on comprehensive plans to reduce the country's dependence on Japan's materials, components and equipment industries and will announce them soon,” South Korea's finance minister said.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 17, 2019
Japan to stress legitimacy of controls on exports to South Korea at World Trade Organization
Japan will send a senior government official to a World Trade Organization general council meeting next week to stress what it says is the legitimate tightening of controls on exports to South Korea of materials used in high-tech device production, diplomatic sources said Tuesday.
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jul 16, 2019
For U.S., Japan-South Korea ties are too important to fail
One of the biggest disappointments of the Trump administration has been its inability to facilitate stronger relations between Japan and South Korea
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jul 16, 2019
Tragedies over the trade spat with Seoul
Japan needs a realistic strategy for South Korea that will bring Seoul back into full engagement over security issues.
JAPAN / Politics
Jul 16, 2019
U.S. Embassy in Tokyo confirms Ambassador William Hagerty to step down 'later this month'
U.S. Ambassador to Japan William Hagerty will leave the post "later this month," the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo said Tuesday.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 16, 2019
Lawyers in wartime labor case to pursue sale of seized Mitsubishi Heavy assets in South Korea
The lawyers had set Monday as the deadline for Mitsubishi Heavy to agree to compensation talks, but the deadline passed with no response from the firm.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / FOCUS
Jul 15, 2019
U.S.-China trade war may provide window of opportunity for Japan businesses
Although China's economy has been slowing down due to a trade war waged by the United States, hurting not only exports but also domestic demand, such a situation may provide a window of opportunity for Japanese businesses.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jul 14, 2019
Despite agreement, Russia rejects starting talks on territorial dispute due to Putin's flagging support rate
In a move that could further delay the signing of a peace treaty between the two countries, Russia has rejected starting talks with Japan on the return of two disputed islands despite an agreement made last year, diplomatic sources said Sunday.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jul 14, 2019
U.S. won't mediate Japan-South Korea row, top American diplomat for Asia says
U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs David Stilwell says Washington has no plans to mediate a spat between Japan and South Korea, which are locked in a dispute over history and trade.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 13, 2019
Tokyo and Seoul give dueling accounts of talks amid export row
South Korean officials say they asked Japan to lift strict controls on high-tech exports, rejecting claims by Tokyo that no such demand was made.
Cutting ties with JCP not easy for CDP despite Renho's defeat
When Renho (center) announced her candidacy for the Tokyo gubernatorial election on May 27, the head of the Japanese Communist Party's secretariat, Akira Koike (far left), was also in attendance.
Japan soccer player Sano arrested for alleged sexual assault
Professional soccer player Kaishu Sano has been arrested on suspicion of sexually assaulting a woman in her 30s at a Tokyo hotel.
Taro Kono says central bank needs to raise rates to lift yen
Taro Kono, Japan's digital transformation minister, speaks during an interview in Tokyo on Wednesday.
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.
After Tokyo Olympic disappointment, Nadeshiko Japan look for redemption
Japan's Hikaru Kitagawa dribbles past a defender during an Olympic qualifying match against North Korea at National Stadium in Tokyo in February.
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.

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