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JAPAN
May 30, 2022
Tourist on Japan's package tour trial tests positive for COVID-19
The patient and three close contacts got tested after the individual complained of a sore throat on Monday.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 30, 2022
Balking at boosters: Young Japanese continue to shun third shots, study finds
Kyoto University researchers have warned that the low uptake could hasten the arrival of the next COVID-19 wave.
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JAPAN
May 30, 2022
Japan says South Korean ship conducted survey near disputed Takeshima islets
Tokyo said Sunday it had confirmed that a South Korean research vessel conducted a marine survey in waters off the disputed islets within Japan's exclusive economic zone.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan / Geoeconomic Briefing
May 30, 2022
What does 'normalization' really mean for Japan-China ties?
A look at the history of relations between the two countries shows a delicate balance and coexistence set against recurring tensions.
Japan Times
Rugby
May 29, 2022
Shining Arcs in shock relegation after playoff loss to Dynaboars
The Shining Arcs needed to win by at least eight for any chance of survival at Osaka Prefecture's Hanazono Rugby Ground, but were unable to pull it off against Sagamihara.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
May 28, 2022
Biden shores up U.S. alliances with Japan and South Korea
After four years of alliance management chaos under former U.S. President Donald Trump, the language and consideration used during Joe Biden's Asia trip were a change.
Japan Times
EDITORIALS
May 27, 2022
Biden’s visit takes the Japan–U.S. partnership to new heights
With the U.S. being Japan's only ally, Biden's reiteration that their bilateral alliance is the cornerstone of peace in the Indo-Pacific is more than diplomatic boilerplate.
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BUSINESS
May 27, 2022
Japan preparing to reopen to tourists, but industry's full recovery far off
The sector was a major driver of the economy prior to the pandemic, but the government's gradual approach and public division over reopening will stymie any rapid bounce back.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Explainer
May 27, 2022
As Japan’s borders creak open, who can enter now?
With the nation reopening little by little — a limited number of tourists have already arrived on package tour trials — it's difficult to keep track of who is allowed in and who isn't.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 27, 2022
Japan eases travel advisory for 36 nations, including the U.S., Britain and Canada
'The world is seeing a downward trend in the number of new infection cases and deaths, and the risk of suffering severe symptoms ... has been seen receding,' the Foreign Ministry said.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 27, 2022
Japan and Thailand oppose bid to change status quo by force in Ukraine
The talks came as Japan and the U.S. adopt a more confrontational stance toward China, represented by the recent summit of 'the Quad' alliance.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 27, 2022
First tourists on Japan trial trips face tests, chaperones and little free time
The few tourists allowed in under a trial program have been subject to tight hygiene measures and close monitoring.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 26, 2022
Kishida says keeping dialogue with Xi important for maintaining relations
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said Thursday that keeping a dialogue with Chinese President Xi Jinping is important in maintaining 'constructive' bilateral ties and cooperative relations.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 26, 2022
It's official: Japan to allow in foreign tourists on package tours from June 10
Kishida has said that Japan's strict border controls were necessary to buy time, but the government will ease restrictions from here on.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
May 26, 2022
In Asia, Biden’s good work and best intentions can only go so far
U.S. President Joe Biden's five-day trip to Japan and South Korea will be judged a success.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 26, 2022
With an eye on China, Japan asks universities to screen foreign students and scholars
The measures are also intended to help safeguard exchanges with American and European institutions.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 26, 2022
Japan confirms drill with U.S. fighters after North Korea missile tests
The U.S. military said in a news release the drill was intended to 'showcase combined capabilities to deter and counter regional threats.'
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 26, 2022
Kishida expected to announce relaxing of inbound tourism restrictions, sources say
The government is making final arrangements to resume accepting foreign tourists in June, further relaxing its pandemic border controls.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
May 25, 2022
No mention of COVID in Japan's monthly economic report for first time in two years
'The Japanese economy shows movements of picking up,' the Cabinet Office wrote in its assessment, reflecting the continuation of social and economic activities despite the pandemic.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 25, 2022
Kishida and Modi vow to beef up ties to keep Indo-Pacific free and open
Tokyo and New Delhi are among the initial members of the Indo-Pacific economic framework that U.S. President Joe Biden launched to balance Beijing's rising economic clout in the region.

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