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Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 29, 2018
Outlook for Japan-China ties fragile as regional strategies slow thaw
The first visit to China by a Japanese foreign minister in two years has signaled a thaw in ties between Beijing and Tokyo amid continuing rows over territorial and historical issues, but some experts remain skeptical that relations will improve further, given the differences in regional strategies.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 28, 2018
Japan and China agree to have their leaders resume reciprocal visits
Japan and China agreed Sunday to resume reciprocal visits by their leaders, underscoring that Asia's two biggest economies are eager to mend ties in the year marking the 40th anniversary of the signing of a bilateral friendship treaty.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 27, 2018
Abe and South Korean President Moon Jae-in to hold talks before opening ceremony for Pyeongchang Olympics
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and South Korean President Moon Jae-in will hold a meeting Feb. 9 at a site near the venue of the opening ceremony for the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics in South Korea, Japanese government sources have said.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jan 27, 2018
U.S. defense chief Mattis says 'diplomacy should impose reason' on North Korea's Kim
U.S. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis stressed diplomacy as the way to deal with the North Korean crisis during talks with his South Korean counterpart in Hawaii on Friday, a day after Seoul's top diplomat said a military solution would be unacceptable.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 26, 2018
Japan and France agree to deepen maritime security ties in 'two plus two' meeting
The foreign and defense ministers of Japan and France held a regular "two plus two" meeting in Tokyo Friday in which they agreed to beef up mutual diplomatic cooperation in securing a "rule-based order" in maritime security, including the East and South China seas.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 26, 2018
Foreign minister Taro Kono to visit Beijing this weekend
Foreign Minister Taro Kono will visit Beijing on Saturday and Sunday to discuss the outlook for improving Japan-China relations with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, the Foreign Ministry has said.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Jan 25, 2018
Abe's attendance at Olympic ceremony seen as prioritizing North Korea fears over 'comfort women' row
Even as Japan's government welcomes North Korea's participation in the “celebration of peace” in Pyeongchang, it is making contingency plans for possible conflict on the Korean Peninsula.
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 25, 2018
Kansai business lobby calls for new diplomatic initiatives to strengthen ties with other Asian nations
One of the Kansai region's leading business lobby groups has called for new diplomatic initiatives to strengthen Japan's relations with other Asian nations, in a bid to reduce regional tensions and consider a defense policy more independent of the present close ties to the United States.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jan 25, 2018
In announcement to all Koreans, Pyongyang calls for unification and end to U.S. military exercises
North Korea has issued an appeal to "all Koreans at home and abroad," urging them to "turn out as one" to make a "breakthrough" for "independent reunification" and urging the South to halt joint military exercises with the U.S. "forever," state-run media said Thursday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jan 25, 2018
Fiji getting set for direct flights from Japan this summer
The ever-growing number of Japanese tourists visiting Fiji will have at least six to eight hours knocked off their journey to the Pacific island starting this summer.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jan 24, 2018
U.S. Vice President Mike Pence aims to counter North Korean 'propaganda' at Winter Olympics
U.S. Vice President Mike Pence plans to use his attendance at the Winter Olympics in South Korea next month to try to counter what he sees as North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's effort to "hijack" the games with a propaganda campaign, a White House official said Tuesday.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jan 24, 2018
U.S. defense against North Korea missiles improved, Pentagon testing agency finds
The ground-based system of interceptors that the U.S. would use to defend the mainland and Hawaii against a threatened North Korean attack is improving after past setbacks, the Pentagon's testing office said in a new report.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jan 23, 2018
North Korea may seek to steal Olympic spotlight with massive military parade one day ahead of games
In a move seen as a possible bid to steal some of the Olympic limelight and one that could jeopardize easing tensions on the Korean Peninsula, North Korea has moved forward the date it will mark the 70th anniversary of its regular army's founding to Feb. 8 — just a day before the Winter Games kick...
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 23, 2018
Japan says U.S. military aircraft mishaps more than doubled in 2017
Accidents or incidents involving U.S. military aircraft in Japan more than doubled to 25 cases in 2017 from 11 the year before, Defense Minister Itsunori Onodera has said.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 21, 2018
Japan to help developing nations enforce North Korea trade sanctions
Japan prepares to train developing nations in Africa and Asia to catch arms dealers and money launderers who do business with North Korea.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 20, 2018
Residents and expats in Kansai mark Trump inauguration anniversary with protest march
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Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jan 20, 2018
China sought to water down Vancouver meeting on North Korea
In the weeks leading up to a meeting of foreign ministers this month in Vancouver that discussed ways to rein in North Korea, China exerted strong pressure on some countries involved not to attend it, diplomatic sources said Saturday.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 19, 2018
One year later, Abe's gamble on the unpredictable Trump appears to be paying off
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JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Jan 19, 2018
Abductees' kin will urge ICC to prosecute Kim for human rights abuses
The families of suspected abduction victims plan to ask the International Court of Justice to prosecute North Korean leader Kim Jong Un for allegedly refusing to divulge their whereabouts.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 18, 2018
Prime Minister Abe and Australian counterpart Malcolm Turnbull meet in Tokyo and agree to boost defense ties
The leaders agreed to bolster cooperation to ensure a “free, open, stable and prosperous Indo-Pacific region” built on a “rule-based order,” effectively endorsing Japan's strategy to keep China in check.
Triple whammy takes Japan bankruptcies to decade high
More Japanese firms have gone bankrupt in the first half of this year due to soaring costs, labor shortages and the end of pandemic-related support.
With eye on China, Japan deepens ties with Pacific islands at Tokyo summit
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and the Cook Islands' Prime Minister Mark Brown shake hands during 10th Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting on Thursday in Tokyo.
Say cheese: Japanese scientists make robot face 'smile' with living skin
A researcher at the University of Tokyo shows a face mold covered in human skin tissue at its lab.
Rainy season ends in Tokai and Kanto regions
The streets of Tokyo's Ginza district on Thursday. The rainy season appears to have ended in the regions of Tokai and Kanto, including Tokyo, on Thursday, according to the Meteorological Agency.
India’s envoy in Japan calls for boosted supply chain and defense cooperation
Indian Ambassador Sibi George says one of his main tasks in his post is to boost Japanese public and private investments the South Asian powerhouse.
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.
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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