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Special Supplements / G20 Osaka Summit Special
Jun 25, 2019
Region rich in cultural assets
The Kansai region, not only renowned as home to Japan's ancient capital, but still considered a major economic and cultural center today, boasts many cultural assets.
Japan Times
Special Supplements / G20 Osaka Summit Special
Jun 25, 2019
Agricultural sustainability for a growing population
On a sunny weekend during rice-planting season, the people of Japan's largest rice-producing prefecture, Niigata, welcomed ministers and delegates from the 20 major economies of the world as well as six invited countries and eight organizations, as the G20 Niigata Agriculture Ministers' Meeting was held...
Japan Times
Special Supplements / G20 Osaka Summit Special
Jun 25, 2019
Shinkansen eases trips from Kansai to Setouchi, Hiroshima
The picturesque Seto Inland Sea area of western Japan is a popular tourist destination, home to a variety of scenic beauty, historic attractions and a rich culinary heritage.
Japan Times
Special Supplements / G20 Osaka Summit Special
Jun 25, 2019
History, botanical wonders and the arts await in Okayama
Okayama Prefecture is blessed with minimal rain and mild temperatures, making the area famous for high-quality fruit. However, travelers to the area will find a bounty beyond delicious produce.
Japan Times
Special Supplements / G20 Osaka Summit Special
Jun 25, 2019
Grand views from unique trains
West Japan Railway Co. operates many uniquely designed and themed sightseeing trains throughout its vast network covering 18 prefectures.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jun 24, 2019
Goals for the Group of 20 summit in Osaka
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has four major agenda items in store for the Group of 20's upcoming summit in Osaka.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / G20 Osaka
Jun 24, 2019
For G20 host Abe, election hopes ride on summit success
The agreement leaders reach at the Osaka meeting, which comes at a critical time politically, could impact the domestic fortunes of the prime minister.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jun 24, 2019
Japan mulls partially lifting ban on chicken meat from Russia ahead of leaders' G20 talks
Japan is considering partially lifting an import ban on chicken meat from Russia, with the two countries' leaders expected to discuss the matter on the sidelines of this week's Group of 20 summit in Osaka, government sources said Monday.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 24, 2019
Uighur activist allowed to visit Japan for G20 summit despite protest by Beijing
A prominent political activist for China's Uighur ethnic minority, Rebiya Kadeer, will be allowed into Japan during this week's Group of 20 leaders' summit, her supporters have said.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 23, 2019
Osaka braces for unprecedented security measures ahead of G20 summit
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Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jun 23, 2019
China's Xi to make three-day visit to Japan from Thursday for Osaka G20 summit
Chinese President Xi Jinping will make a three-day visit to Japan from Thursday to attend the Group of 20 summit of leading economies in Osaka, the state-run Xinhua News Agency said Sunday.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jun 22, 2019
Fiancee of murdered Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi says Japan should broach subject at G20 summit
The fiancee of slain Saudi Arabian journalist Jamal Khashoggi has called on the Japanese government to bring up the issue of his murder during the Group of 20 summit in Osaka starting Friday in hopes of getting to the bottom of the high-profile case.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 22, 2019
'Here is Osaka wonderful city!': Granny group releases English rap video to welcome G20 summit
An Osaka-based "idol group" made up of women whose average age is 66 has released a rap music video in English to welcome the Group of 20 summit that starts in the city on Friday.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jun 21, 2019
Three meetings to watch at the G20 summit
U.S. President Donald Trump's meetings with Xi, Putin and Erdogan will set the tone at the G20 summit in Osaka.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 21, 2019
Japan to provide 1.3 million vaccines to kids in developing countries as part of U.N. SDG targets
The government said Friday it will provide vaccines to around 1.3 million children in developing countries in line with U.N. Sustainable Development Goals, which address such issues as poverty, inequality, climate and peace.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Jun 20, 2019
After trade feuds in Tsukuba, Japan faces uphill task at G20
Japanese diplomats are expecting a tough, long battle of words to ensue over the joint communique until the very last minute.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jun 20, 2019
A chance to showcase Japan's leadership
Japan should leverage the G20 summit in Osaka to highlight its leadership, political stability and commitment to multilateralism and a rules-based order.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 20, 2019
Canada becomes first G20 country to ban trade in shark fins
Canada passed a new law banning the import and export of shark fins, which also includes a requirement to rebuild depleted fish populations.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 19, 2019
Osaka plays down need for new safety measures for G20 summit after recent quake
Following Tuesday night's magnitude 6.7 earthquake in northwest Japan, Osaka Prefecture, the host of the Group of 20 summit scheduled next week, isn't planning additional changes to its emergency safety plans, officials said Wednesday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 19, 2019
Trump and Xi stoke trade optimism with plan to resume talks at Osaka G20
The U.S. and China said their presidents will meet in Japan next week to relaunch trade talks after a monthlong stalemate, triggering a rally in financial markets.
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.
Bloodied Trump survives assassination attempt at political rally
Former U.S. President Donald Trump is surrounded and evacuated by Secret Service agents at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday. Trump was rushed off stage at the rally after shots rang out.
Shooter came within inches of killing Trump, but left few clues as to why
An aerial view shows the stage where Republican presidential candidate and former U.S. President Donald Trump had been standing during an assassination attempt the day before, and the roof of a nearby building where a gunman was shot dead by law enforcement, in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Sunday.
Yen’s woes seem too big for even a BOJ hike this month to solve
The Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
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.
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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